Nurse Practitioner; ARNP) or Physician Assistant Hospitalist​/ER - PT or ; min ; weekends

Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant Hospitalist/ER - PT or FT (min 24 hrs per week; weekends)

July 6, 2026

The hours for this position are as follows:
If interested in part-time, hour options would be Friday and Saturday 12 hour shifts days or nights or 24 hour shift Friday or Saturday. If interested in full-time, hour options would be would be 24 hour shift Friday or Saturday along with a 12 hour night weekday shift.

• A. Obtains complete, detailed, and accurate histories, reviews patient records, and performs complete physical examinations as scheduled or required.
• B. Performs general patient examinations related to the patient’s stated medical problems to establish diagnosis and develop an appropriate care plan.
• C. Rounds on patients ensuring all lab work, diagnostic results are communicated to the patient and providers as appropriate.
• D. Complete all documentation in patient care record accurately and timely.
• E. Requests appropriate laboratory and radiological procedures related to patient’s condition to assist in diagnostic assessment. Interprets results as appropriate with review of physician.
• F. Requests appropriate therapeutic pharmacological regimes related to the patient’s diagnosis and condition and instructs patient and family regarding medication and treatment instructions.
• G. 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.
• H. 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.
• I. 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.
• J. Adheres to EMTALA guidelines.
• K. Follows universal precautions/infection control policies. Uses appropriate personal protection equipment and work practice controls when necessary; uses sterile or aseptic techniques when required.
• L. Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to all OSHA and infection control policies.
• M. Satisfactory completion of on-the-job orientation and competency skills checklist.
• N. Regular and reliable attendance.
• O. Ongoing compliance with DCH educational and training requirements.
• P. Adheres to the DCH Mission, Values, Vision, and Standards of Behavior.
• Q. Maintains patient and hospital confidentiality.
• R. Promotes and maintains positive relationships with patients, visitors, coworkers, and providers.
• S. Actively participates in department huddles, in-services, meetings, and educational opportunities.
• T. Follows all departmental policies and procedures and adheres to departmental budget.

• Graduate of accredited program for Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners.
• Current and unrestricted licensure as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner by the Iowa Board of Nursing.
• 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:
  
  Ability to operate essential equipment and perform essential procedures in nursing…