Sarah Gouwens, NP
Gouwens Nurse Practitioner
1215365192Is Sarah Gouwens, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Sarah Gouwens, NP has a trust score of 79/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Des Plaines. With 13 years of practice (above the local average of 7), they have solid experience.
The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Gouwens's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a general nurse practitioner?
Nurse practitioners are advanced-practice registered nurses who assess, diagnose, and treat patients, and in many states prescribe independently.
When to see one: For primary and specialty care depending on their focus.
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- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Des Plaines, IL
Des Plaines has 93 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 7 years in practice, and 19 focused on nurse practitioner. Illinois nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
13
Years practicing
7
Avg in Des Plaines
93
Nurse Practitioners in Des Plaines
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Gouwens's license is active and unrestricted with the Illinois board of nursing (link on this page).
- Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
- Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
- Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sarah Gouwens, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Sarah Gouwens, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1215365192) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Sarah Gouwens, NP?
Sarah Gouwens, NP has approximately 13 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Des Plaines has about 7 years. There are 93 nurse practitioners in Des Plaines, including 19 with a nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Sarah Gouwens, NP located?
Sarah Gouwens, NP practices at Gouwens Nurse Practitioner, 606 POTTER RD, Des Plaines, IL 60016. Phone: (800) 570-8809.
Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Gouwens's current standing at the source:
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Quick Facts
- Focus
- Nurse Practitioner
- Credential
- NP
- Gender
- Female
- NPI Since
- 10/31/2013