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Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital is seeking a 90–100% Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP/PA) to work rotating days/nights/weekends with 12-hour shifts in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) & Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU). This position may be eligible for relocation assistance based on institutional guidelines. In this position, the APP (ARNP/PA) will provide overall medical care and management for pediatric patients, exercising autonomy in medical decision-making and services provided in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU).
The APP will rotate through both the PICU and IMCU as needed. The APP will function independently and/or as a member of an interdisciplinary team to plan, deliver, and evaluate health care for neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and young adults admitted to the ICU and IMCU. The extensive focus is caring for hospitalized patients to manage care and length of stay, improve resource utilization and decrease costs to patients and the institution while providing personalized care on a 24/7 basis.
Assesses the patient’s health status through history taking, physical examination, laboratory evaluation, and other diagnostic modalities as appropriate. Performance of the following procedures (but not limited to): PICC lines, arterial lines, and central venous catheters Plan, implement, and communicate treatment programs addressing the patient’s medical and developmental needs. Participate in daily rounds, multidisciplinary care conferences, handoffs, and family-centered rounds.
Recognize and manage acute illness, chronic conditions, and clinical deterioration in an intermediate care and intensive care setting. Care for patients that require advanced monitoring, respiratory support, vasoactive medications, and other high-acuity therapies. Determines and facilitates appropriate referral and consultation services in a timely manner.
Facilitate transfer of patients between inpatient uni8ts, including escalation from IMCU to PICU and transition from PICU to IMCU or acute care settings. Completes medical documentation and billing in accordance with institutional and departmental standards. Initiates therapeutic interventions using independent judgment and evidence-based clinical guidelines.
Integrates clinical data into diagnostic reasoning and individualized care planning. Provides patient and family education, supporting care plan implementation both inpatient and at discharge. Participates in quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical pathway initiatives.
Completes required administrative responsibilities including compliance training, credentialing, and institutional documentation. Performs additional duties and special projects assigned. Education
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP): Master’s Degree required; Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) preferred If master’s is in a related field, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing is required Current certification as Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC or CPNP-PC) Current ARNP license in the State of Iowa Physician Associate (PA): Graduate of an accredited PA program Current certification by NCCPA Current licensure with the Iowa Board of Physician Associate Examiners Experience
1–3 years of experience caring for acutely ill pediatric patients is required Understanding of the Nurse Practice Act and APP scope of practice in Iowa Demonstrated ability to function as an independent practitioner within a collaborative practice agreement Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Desired
Experience working in pediatric intermediate care, PICU, or step-down environments Demonstrated experience managing hospitalized patients, including throughput, length of stay, and resource utilization Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Federal DEA license Certification as Pediatric Acute Care NP, if holds nurse practitioner certification Experience providing autonomous medical management in an inpatient setting Demonstrated ability to work independently with indirect supervision Position and Application Details: Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and education/credential verification.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization.
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission: Resume Cover Letter Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. For additional questions, please contact Mara Lugo at maria-lugo@uiowa.edu Benefits Highlights Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including paid vacation and paid sick leave.
Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: Benefits | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa (uiowa.edu)
About the role
Assesses the patient’s health status through history taking, physical examination, laboratory evaluation, and other diagnostic modalities as appropriate.