OSF Medical Group – Primary Care (Godfrey) is pleased to announce a new board-certified family medicine nurse practitioner has been added to its staff to better serve the primary care needs of Riverbend region residents.
Jill Heitzig, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, is accepting new patients at OSF Medical Group – Primary Care, located at 6702 Godfrey Road, in Godfrey. Ms. Heitzig will see patients on Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Heitzig’s medical interests include (but not limited to):
- Family medicine
- Pediatrics
- Preventive care
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Obesity
- Women’s health
- Heart health
As a board-certified family medicine nurse practitioner (American Nurses Credentialing Center), Heitzig has accumulated more than six (6) years of experience that includes serving as a cardiothoracic ICU nurse at Barnes Jewish Hospital (St. Louis, MO; 2020-2025) and OSF St. Francis Medical Center (Peoria, IL; 2019-2020).
Jill chose to work at OSF Medical Group because of her love for community and the opportunity to serve others with the greatest care and love. “I was raised in Metamora, Illinois, so I value the connections that small towns foster and am excited to practice in the Godfrey community,” Heitzig says. “I began my career as an ICU nurse, where I gained valuable experience, but soon recognized the importance of primary care in helping patients manage their health long term.”
This realization inspired Heitzig to become a family nurse practitioner. “I enjoy caring for patients of all ages, building lasting relationships and focusing on both prevention and chronic illness management. Patients can expect a welcoming and supportive appointment where they feel heard, respected and involved in their care plan,” she says.
Ms. Heitzig’s nursing education began by receiving a Bachelor of Science (Nursing) from Southern Illinois University (Edwardsville, IL) and followed that by obtaining a Doctor of Nurse Practice (Family Nurse Practitioner) also from Southern Illinois University (Edwardsville, IL).
Heitzig, who holds current medical licenses to practice medicine in Illinois and Missouri, is accepting new patients – appointments can be made by calling (618) 467-1520.
Jill’s OSF Medical Group online biography can be viewed by visiting www.osfhealthcare.org/providers/jill-heitzig-5869181 where individuals can also schedule appointments with her by utilizing an online schedule platform.