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Melanie Samardzija

Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner Chicago, IL Uchicago Medicine
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Gender
Female
Connections
339
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,546 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse Practitioner specialty. Melanie Samardzija is one of them.
  • 1,975 Nurse Practitioners are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 669 contacts at Uchicago Medicine are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse Practitioner compensation in IL: $110,000 – $165,000 (median $128,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurse Practitioners in IL: Northwestern Medicine (45), Advocate Health Care (42), Rush University Medical Center (40).
  • 1% of Nurse Practitioners in IL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 83% of Nurse Practitioners in IL have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Valparaiso University
1988
Valparaiso University
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing
Indiana University Northwest
1986
Valparaiso University
Master Of Science, Masters
1999
Rush University
Doctorates
2009
Skills
Hospitals Nursing Healthcare Patient Safety Nursing Education Clinical Research Critical Care Inpatient Acute Care Bls Healthcare Information Technology Patient Education Healthcare Management Epic Systems Emr Nurse Practitioners
About Uchicago Medicine
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Office Location
355 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
Professional Overview

Melanie Samardzija is a Nurse Practitioner, currently affiliated with Uchicago Medicine, based in Chicago, IL. As a nurse practitioner, Samardzija contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Chicago, IL. Samardzija holds academic credentials, including Bachelor Of Science In Nursing and Master Of Science, Masters, from Valparaiso University and Valparaiso University. Core competencies include Hospitals, Nursing, Healthcare, Patient Safety, Nursing Education. Uchicago Medicine operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse practitioner professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse practitioner specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Chicago, IL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melanie Samardzija located?
Melanie Samardzija is based in Chicago, IL. They are currently affiliated with Uchicago Medicine.
What is Melanie Samardzija's specialty?
Melanie Samardzija specializes in Nurse Practitioner. Their current role is Nurse Practitioner.
Where does Melanie Samardzija currently work?
Melanie Samardzija currently works at Uchicago Medicine.
What is Melanie Samardzija's educational background?
Melanie Samardzija attended Valparaiso University and Valparaiso University.
How do I contact Melanie Samardzija for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse Practitioner?
Recruiting nurse practitioners typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurse practitioners across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse Practitioner in IL?
Nurse Practitioners in IL typically earn $110,000 to $165,000 annually, with a median of $128,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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