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Karen Decocker

Director of Nurse Practitioner Program

Nurse Practitioner Chicago, IL Stella Center
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
4 years at Stella Center
Gender
Female
Connections
233
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,546 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse Practitioner specialty. Karen Decocker is one of them.
  • 1,975 Nurse Practitioners are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2 contacts at Stella Center 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
Frontier Nursing University
Masters
2007
Rush University
2020
Frontier Nursing University
Doctorates
2012
Saint Mary's College
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing
1997
Skills
Clinical Research Nursing Education Midwifery Pregnancy Health Education Bls Hospitals Public Health Healthcare Management Emr Nurse Practitioners Inpatient Healthcare Nursing Certified Lactation Counselor Global Health Birth Acute Care Community Health Critical Care Teaching Pals Patient Safety
About Stella Center
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1B+
Professional Overview

Karen Decocker is a Director of Nurse Practitioner Program, currently affiliated with Stella Center, based in Chicago, IL. As a nurse practitioner, Decocker contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Chicago, IL. They have been with Stella Center for 4 years. Decocker holds academic credentials, including Masters and Doctorates, from Frontier Nursing University and Rush University. Core competencies include Clinical Research, Nursing Education, Midwifery, Pregnancy, Health Education. Stella Center operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 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 Karen Decocker located?
Karen Decocker is based in Chicago, IL. They are currently affiliated with Stella Center.
What is Karen Decocker's specialty?
Karen Decocker specializes in Nurse Practitioner. Their current role is Director of Nurse Practitioner Program.
Where does Karen Decocker currently work?
Karen Decocker currently works at Stella Center. They have been there for 4 years.
What is Karen Decocker's educational background?
Karen Decocker attended Frontier Nursing University and Rush University.
How do I contact Karen Decocker 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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