Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP)

Job Description

Job Description

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Aurora, Illinois

Mercy Medical Center, a respected acute care hospital and proud member of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a skilled and compassionate Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) to join our inpatient team. This is a full-time, hospital-employed opportunity focused on providing exceptional care to acutely ill patients within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Position Highlights

Employment Model : Hospital-employed, full-time position

Schedule : 12-hour inpatient shifts (days / nights / weekends as needed)

Scope of Practice : Inpatient care only no outpatient responsibilities

Responsibilities :

Perform advanced procedures based on credentialing (e.g., central line, intubation)

Manage admissions, daily rounding, and discharges

Collaborate with hospitalists, specialists, and nursing staff to ensure coordinated care

Utilize integrated EMR for accurate, efficient documentation

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary starting at $140,000+ annually, commensurate with experience with potential productivity incentives

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO) and CME allowance

Malpractice insurance coverage

About Mercy Medical Center

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois, provides comprehensive inpatient and emergency care with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and community service. The hospitals dedicated staff and multidisciplinary teams deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the region.

About Prime Healthcare

Founded in 2001 by Dr. Prem Reddy, Prime Healthcare is one of the largest physician-led health systems in the U.S., with 51 hospitals and over 360 outpatient locations in 14 states. Eighteen hospitals are members of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity. Recognized by Newsweek as one of Americas Greatest Workplaces 2024 and recipient of the John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Award, Prime Healthcare continues to transform hospitals while improving access to care.

Living in Aurora, Illinois

Located just 40 miles west of Chicago, Aurora offers a welcoming community with a blend of suburban comfort and urban accessibility. Residents enjoy excellent schools, beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and easy access to downtown Chicago, making it an ideal place to live and work.