NURSE PRACTITIONER
Prism Health Lab is seeking a licensed Nurse Practitioner (or equivalent advanced practice provider) to oversee mobile COVID-19 vaccination events, school-required immunization clinics, and initiatives throughout Illinois. This role combines clinical leadership, hands-on patient care, and staff training oversight. You will work alongside Licensed Clinicians, Medical Assistants, EMTs, and Healthcare IT Technicians in dynamic mobile environments, including schools and community-based events. This is an opportunity to lead in the field while supporting public health initiatives across Illinois. *Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.*
Job Type: PRN
Location: Mobile community health events throughout the Chicago area
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Oversight & Patient Care
- Prepare and administer school-required and other approved vaccines.
- Conduct school, sports, and general physical examinations.
- Perform preventive health screenings, including blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, and other event-specific testing.
- Collect patient specimens and perform procedures such as phlebotomy, nasal swabs, and vital-sign assessments, as required.
- Review immunization histories, medical records, consent forms, and patient information in the electronic health record system.
- Identify missing immunizations or health requirements and explain recommended next steps to patients and families.
- Provide patient education regarding vaccines, screening results, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle practices.
- Answer patient and parent questions regarding services, results, follow-up care, and treatment recommendations.
- Refer patients for additional medical evaluation or follow-up when needs fall outside the services available at the event.
Staff Leadership & Education
- Assess, plan, and implement competency assessments and continuing education
- Lead orientation and onboarding of new clinical staff
- Conduct in-services and protocol trainings
- Oversee Medical Assistants and provide backup support as needed
- Provide input on staff performance reviews and corrective action plans
- Stay current with clinical literature and evolving public health guidance
- Implement process improvements aligned with organizational goals
Work Environment
- Mobile clinics throughout Chicago, Illinois
- School-based vaccination and physical exam events
- Community outreach settings
- Fast-paced, team-based healthcare delivery
Schedule & Employment Type
- PRN
- Flexible scheduling based on event calendar
- Availability to start ASAP required
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong leadership and clinical decision-making skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Adaptability in dynamic/mobile environments
- Infection prevention & disease control knowledge
- Strong organizational skills
- Proficient with EMR systems and medical documentation
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and compassion
- Patient-centered approach
Education, Experience & Licensing
- Active Illinois Nurse Practitioner license (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
- Experience with EMR systems and medical terminology
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (Required)
- Experience in mobile clinics or school-based health preferred
- Spanish-speaking ability preferred (not required)