Alumni Healthcare Staffing seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a full-time locum tenens assignment in Woodstock, IL. In this role, you'll provide direct patient care, perform assessments, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and prescribe appropriate treatments. You'll collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and support staff to ensure high-quality, compassionate care. The ideal candidate is adaptable, reliable, and comfortable in a fast-paced clinical setting. Alumni Healthcare Staffing offers responsive support, streamlined onboarding, and opportunities for ongoing locums assignments nationwide. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive patient assessments and histories Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests and labs Prescribe medications and develop evidence-based treatment plans Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health staff Document care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments, and prevention Adhere to clinical protocols, quality metrics, and regulatory standards Adapt quickly to new clinical settings and workflows Participate in handoffs and care coordination with site leadership Required Skills Patient assessment and differential diagnosis Management of acute and chronic conditions Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests Medication management and prescribing Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation Clinical decision-making and critical thinking Patient and family education Interdisciplinary care coordination Time management in high-volume settings Knowledge of healthcare regulations and quality standards