Acute Care Nurse Practitioner | Chicago

About the Role

Transform patient care and the community as a PAT Clinic Nurse Practitioner in Merrillville, IN. Our mission in Merrillville is to provide “better” in every sense—better healthcare, better teamwork, and a lasting impact on the community we proudly serve. Ready to grow your career in a place that values community and collaboration? Let’s talk. We are hiring for a position as a Nurse Practitioner in an outpatient PAT (Pre‑Admission Testing) clinic role.

Join our well‑established team at Methodist Hospitals of 8 physicians and 4 advanced practice providers (APPs), with the support of a clinical performance nurse, a clinical performance associate, and a group coordinator.

We are a diverse group of professionals with backgrounds from all over the world, an integral part of our hospital community, and a valued strategic partner, maintaining great relationships with hospital leadership and other physician groups.

Our team actively participates in committees and leadership roles to support quality and process improvement.

Outside of work, we come together for social events to celebrate special occasions and share common interests like food and sports.

• Certified Nurse Practitioner with at least 1 year of experience.

• Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm.
• No Weekends.

• To evaluate the patient's current health, manage anesthesia risks, and optimize their condition for safe surgery.
• A nurse practitioner reviews the medical history, conducts physical exams, and orders necessary tests.
• Identify and manage medical conditions that may impact surgical outcomes and collaborate with specialists when needed.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to surgeons, the anesthesiology team, and primary care providers to coordinate care.
• Results are reviewed by an anesthesiologist to plan for safe sedation.

Located on the Indiana/Illinois border, just outside of the Chicagoland area, you will find the communities of Gary and Merrillville, Indiana. Located just 12 miles from each other, it is easy to work between both locations. Northwest Indiana is a great locale on Lake Michigan’s southern shore, with its cities and towns offering a diverse range of lifestyles, with convenient access via train to downtown Chicago.

The area offers a variety of housing, educational, and recreation opportunities along with a multitude of public and private schools.

Annual Salary and full benefits package.

Sami Alford, Clinical Recruiter |  |