Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) in CHICAGO, Illinois at Envision Unlimited

About Envision Unlimited: Founded in 1948 in Chicago, Envision Unlimited provides a full spectrum of care for individuals with disabilities ranging in age from infancy to 80+. We serve all individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, and foster care. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, foster care and Supportive Housing.

Learn more at: www.envisionunlimited.org

We are seeking a 1099 contract advanced practice nurse to provide telehealth psychiatric services in a Community Mental Health Center setting:

Essential Duties:

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations (initial and comprehensive) and provide follow-up visits as clinically indicated
• Provide ongoing medication management, including prescribing and monitoring for efficacy, side effects, adherence, and safety
• Deliver psychoeducation to clients (and, when appropriate, families/supports) regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and self-management strategies
• Consult and collaborate with a multidisciplinary mental health team; provide clinical recommendations and help guide the overall course of treatment for clients

This role involves 10–15 hours of monthly client engagement.

Qualifications:

• Current, unrestricted APN/NP licensure in Illinois
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
• Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations and providing medication management across the lifespan or relevant populations served
• Strong clinical documentation, communication, and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) setting
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and co-occurring behavioral health needs
• Comfort providing consultation to interdisciplinary teams and supporting complex care coordination

Schedule / Engagement: Flexible scheduling to meet program and client needs; services are delivered via telehealth as permitted and clinically appropriate.

Please submit your resume/CV outlining your qualifications and experience.