Job Postings

ARNP in UIHC Department of Anesthesia, Iowa City, IA

Michael Schmitz — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 17:32:00 GMT

Department of Anesthesia
ARNP
Requisition #58173

The UIHC Presurgical Evaluation Clinic has one full-time (100%) opening for an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner to perform pre-operative/pre-anesthesia assessments for patients scheduled for surgery in the UIHC. This position will assist in the education of resident physicians, medical students, and nurse anesthesia students as they rotate through the clinic. Will also assist in research endeavors related to the pre-op/pre-anesthesia assessments and will participate in continuing education and training in the field of Anesthesia. Under the direction of a board-certified anesthesiologist, the ARNP will exercise autonomy in medical decision-making and services provided. A Masters Degree in Nursing or related field is required; if Masters Degree is in a related field, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing is required. Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner license in Iowa, and current license to practice Nursing in Iowa are required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Demonstrated experience in area of clinical practice is required. The University of Iowa is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. To apply for this position, go to http://jobs.uiowa.edu. The position is listed under Requisition #58713. Initial screening of applications begins immediately.

NP or PA in Family Practice Clinic, South Souix City, NE

Charlotte Kelley — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 21:09:00 GMT

Position: Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant

Our client is looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant for their family practice clinic in the South Sioux City, NE area
Hours are 8 AM – 5 PM, Monday – Friday, with no on-call responsibilities
This position will have own base of patients and involves treating common ailments and worker’s compensation injuries, along with helping with pain management and referrals
Candidates must have current license; clinic will assist candidate with switching license over to Nebraska
Must have minimum of Bachelor's Degree.
Clinic will assist with continued education
Benefits include 401K and Health Insurance and are negotiable

If interested, please contact: janet.roepke@xsearchassoc.com

ARNP, CCUSO, Cherokee, IA

Michael Schmitz — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 19:02:00 GMT

Seeking ARNP (Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner)

This critical client care position participates in an independent role at the Civil Commitment Unit for Sexual Offenders (CCUSO). The ARNP has primary responsibility for developing of treatment or individualized plans of care including prescribing medications, with an emphasis in the acute, chronic, and varied long-term healthcare and psychiatric issues affecting the CCUSO population. The success of the position requires client education about preventative care, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications, and the active facilitation of medical record evaluations by physicians, peers and quality standards according to credentialing, certification, licensing, regulations and CCUSO protocols.

CCUSO is located on 208 acres of beautiful rolling hills secluded within Cherokee, Iowa. This ideal location provides the ambiance of a rural community within minutes to the amenities of a metropolitan area.

Please consider joining this state of the art treatment center, which will provide professional satisfaction and personal growth.

Please forward a letter of interest detailing your experiences to:
Jason Smith, Psy.D, Administrator
Civil Commitment Unit for Sexual Offenders
1251 West Cedar Loop
Cherokee, Iowa 51012

jsmith4@dhs.state.ia.us

Practice Opportunities, Mercy Medical Center

Michael Schmitz — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 15:05:00 GMT

Exciting practice opportunities now available at Mercy Medical Center.

Full and part time openings available in Neurosurgery, Rural Primary Care and more!
For more information visit our web site at www.mercydesmoines.org
or Contact Roger McMahon at 515-643-8323

Licensed NP, Urologic Associates of Iowa City

Michael Schmitz — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 10:29:00 GMT

Urologic Associates of Iowa City has an opportunity for a full-time, licensed Nurse Practitioner. The right candidate will have training and experience with patients of all ages. If you are a self starter, have a positive attitude, good communication skills and can work in both an office and hospital setting, please apply. Send resume and cover letter to mary.ruth@mercyic.org.

Neurosurgery ARNP/PA (UI Hospitals & Clinics)

Charlotte Kelley — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 07:31:00 GMT

Requisition 57472 & 57471

The Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Iowa is seeking a full-time Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) OR Physicians Assistant (PA). The position requires the candidate to be a Physician’s Assistant, (Must comply with registration and licensure requirements as specified by the Iowa Board of Physician Assistant Examiners which include graduation from an accredited PA educational program and/or certification by the NCCPA), Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP), (A Master’s degree is required. A Master’s degree in Nursing is preferred. If a Master’s degree is in a related field, a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is required). An ARNP is required to have current certification in specialty area and licensure as ARNP in state of Iowa.

Candidate will display evidence of ability to function with a high degree of independence while actively collaborating with healthcare members providing care for highly complex neurosurgical patients in a clinic setting.

For a complete listing of all the basic and desired qualifications please visit http://jobs.uiowa.edu, requisition number 57472 OR 57471. The University of Iowa is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Neurosurgery Hospitalist (UI Hospitals & Clinics)

Charlotte Kelley — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 07:28:00 GMT

Requisition 57312

The Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Iowa is seeking full-time Hospitalists. The position requires the candidate to be a Physician’s Assistant, (Must comply with registration and licensure requirements as specified by the Iowa Board of Physician Assistant Examiners which include graduation from an accredited PA educational program and/or certification by the NCCPA), Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP), (A Master’s degree is required. A Master’s degree in Nursing is preferred. If a Master’s degree is in a related field, a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is required). An ARNP is required to have current certification in specialty area and licensure as ARNP in state of Iowa.

An equivalent (1-3 years) experience in area of clinical practice is required or previous experience in specified hospital specialty area or demonstrated knowledge of area of clinical practice may also serve to meet these minimum requirements. Highly desired is experience providing overall medical care and medical management for patients in an inpatient setting and exercising autonomy in medical decision-making and services. Managing length of stay, improving resource utilization and decreasing costs to patients and the institution while providing personalized care is also a desired qualification.

For a complete listing of all the basic and desired qualifications please visit http://jobs.uiowa.edu, requisition number 57312. The University of Iowa is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER

Charlotte Kelley — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 21:22:00 GMT

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, February 3, 2010

NOTIFICATION OF JOB OPENING IN LINN COUNTY: APPLY AT THE LINN COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT (Located at Linn County West – 2500 Edgewood Road SW, Cedar Rapids) OR CALL 892.5120.

PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER

LINN COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT

The Public Health Nurse Practitioner (PHNP) is responsible for providing patient care in a caring, professional and cost-effective public health clinic. Under the direction of the Public Health Supervisor, the PHNP will be involved in clinic operations including patient care, documentation, and policy input, equipment and supply maintenance, community health planning, program implementation and evaluation, and outcome reporting. The PHNP will be expected to work both independently and in a team environment, ensuring ongoing, effective communication and respect. Performs patient examinations and assessments. Performs and interprets laboratory tests and procedures. Provides patient consultation, referral, and health education/prevention programs in consultation with Medical Director, Public Health Nurse Supervisor and Health Department staff. Participates in community health systems and clinical operations, acting as a role model in ensuring a customer-driven medical service delivery model. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of clinic systems to ensure quality services and cost effectiveness including department continuous quality improvement. Prescribes and/or dispenses prescription only drugs, over-the-counter drugs, medical devices and/or appliances in accordance with the plan of accountability as approved by the Board of Nursing. Coordinates medical resources with social service resources to meet patient needs. Participates in agency and community efforts to identify and implement evidence-based programs to address patient health needs. Participates in emergency response training, drills and situations. Participates in staff meetings to address changes in policies and procedures, maintain staff communication and ensures high quality patient care. May perform clerical tasks including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, answering phones, responding to or routing inquiries, and directing individuals and clients to appropriate agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS: Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensed in Iowa required. A minimum of three (3) years nursing experience is required. Experience in public/community health service delivery is preferred. Ability to do physicals. Ability to work both independently and with a team in a growing and changing environment. Ability to evaluate medical orders and provide input on policies and procedures. Ability to research effective treatments, programs and services. Ability to accurately record legal/medical documentation. Ability to do medication calculation based on kg. of body weight. Responsible for

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annual statistical reports, data collection, and assisting with program/service evaluation including cost effectiveness. Work is governed by broad instructions, objectives, and policies. Requires the exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. CPR Certification required. Must pass a County physical examination which includes a drug test after offer of employment. Regular work attendance required.

SHIFT: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday

SALARY: Current - $26.98/hour After 90 days - $28.51/hour

LINN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION REQUIRED

To print application or apply online: www.linncounty.org (County Jobs)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, February 3, 2010