Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Hospitalist​/ER - Wknd Pkg; shift

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Hospitalist/ER - FT Wknd Pkg (24 hr shift Saturdays and Sundays 7p-7a)

December 5, 2025

This position is a weekend package position so the individual would be scheduled every weekend. The hours for this position are as follows:
Saturdays 24-hour shift starting at 7am on Saturday and Sundays 12‑hour shift from 7pm‑7am.

• Obtains complete, detailed, and accurate histories, reviews patient records, and performs complete physical examinations as scheduled or required.
• Performs general patient examinations related to the patient’s stated medical problems to establish diagnosis and develop an appropriate care plan.
• Rounds on patients ensuring all lab work, diagnostic results are communicated to the patient and providers as appropriate.
• Completes all documentation in patient‑care record accurately and timely.
• Requests appropriate laboratory and radiological procedures related to patient’s condition to assist in diagnostic assessment. Interprets results as appropriate with review of physician.
• Requests appropriate therapeutic pharmacological regimes related to the patient’s diagnosis and condition and instructs patient and family regarding medication and treatment instructions.
• Performs routine therapeutic procedures including injections; care of superficial wounds and burns; removal of foreign bodies from skin; application of and removal of sutures and casts; and other procedures as appropriate.
• Recognizes and evaluates situations which call for immediate attention of primary care physicians and institutes, when necessary, treatment procedures are essential for the life of the patient.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding their physical and mental health including diet, social habits, family planning, normal growth and development, aging, and long term management and understanding of patient’s disease.
• Adheres to EMTALA guidelines.
• Follows universal precautions/infection control policies. Uses appropriate personal protection equipment and work‑practice controls when necessary; uses sterile or aseptic techniques when required.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to all OSHA and infection‑control policies.
• Completes on‑the‑job orientation and competency skills checklist satisfactorily.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Maintains ongoing compliance with DCH educational and training requirements.
• Adheres to the DCH Mission, Values, Vision, and Standards of Behavior.
• Maintains patient and hospital confidentiality.
• Promotes and maintains positive relationships with patients, visitors, coworkers, and providers.
• Actively participates in department huddles, in‑services, meetings, and educational opportunities.
• Follows all departmental policies and procedures and adheres to departmental budget.

• Graduate of accredited program for Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistant.
• Current and unrestricted licensure as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner by the Iowa Board of Nursing or Physician Assistant.
• BLS and Mandatory reporting certified or within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS, PALS, and ATLS certified or within one year of hire.
• Associated with ANCC or AANP.
• Proof of acceptable liability insurance coverage.
• Must maintain eligibility for federal DEA registration and state of Iowa controlled substances registration.
• Overall attention to detail, organizational ability, and ability to prioritize.
• The ability to work in teams and communicate accurately and clearly.
• Computer experience using Microsoft Office Excel, Word and Outlook.

Technical

Skills:

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