Telehealth Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)

Location: Remote (Illinois)
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (Minimum of 8-10 hours per week)
Employment Classification: 1099
Compensation: $62.83 per hour

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is currently seeking a Telehealth Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care) to fill an opening with a virtual and Direct Primary Care (DPC) service provider. This fully remote opportunity is ideal for a Board-Certified Physician Assistant with at least one year of clinical experience who is passionate about delivering accessible, patient-centered primary care through telehealth services.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Education & Certification: Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program and Board-Certified as a Nurse Practitioner (NP-C).
• Licensure: Must possess an active, unrestricted Illinois Nurse Practitioner license and be eligible to provide telehealth services to patients located in Illinois.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience; primary care, family practice, urgent care, or internal medicine experience preferred.
• DEA Registration: Active DEA registration or ability to obtain prior to start date.
• Prescriptive Authority: Must have or be eligible for Illinois prescriptive authority.
• Malpractice Insurance: Must maintain professional malpractice insurance.
• Technical Skills: Experience with Elation or a similar EMR platform preferred.
• Language Skills: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Telehealth Readiness: Must have access to a private, HIPAA-compliant workspace with reliable high-speed internet.
• Availability: Immediate availability strongly preferred.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient-centered care skills with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual primary care consultations and patient assessments.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Develop treatment plans and prescribe medications as appropriate.
• Manage common primary care conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and other chronic diseases.
• Order, review, and interpret laboratory and diagnostic test results.
• Provide preventive care, wellness counseling, and patient education.
• Perform medication management and prescription refills.
• Monitor patient progress and coordinate follow-up care.
• Review outside medical records and pertinent clinical documentation.
• Refer patients to specialists and ancillary services when necessary.
• Collaborate with supervising physicians and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR.
• Ensure compliance with telehealth best practices, HIPAA regulations, and Illinois state requirements.

Benefits

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn $62.83 per hour.
• Flexible Work Schedule: Choose from flexible scheduling options, including mornings, evenings, overnights, and weekends.
• 100% Remote Position: Work from the comfort of your home.
• Flexible Employment Options: Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• Company-Issued Equipment: Necessary work equipment will be provided.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in telehealth and Direct Primary Care.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a flexible schedule without a daily commute.
• Business Travel: Occasional travel may be required for company meetings or training activities.