Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner – Infectious Diseases (Jefferson Street Clinic/Main Campus)

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) to provide direct patient care in Infectious Diseases. The role involves both outpatient and inpatient services, emphasizing quality patient care and collaboration with medical personnel. Applicants should have a Master's degree in Nursing and a current Iowa nursing license. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for mentorship and involvement in research initiatives.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa nursing license and ARNP certification required.
• Recent clinical experience in infectious diseases is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for outpatient and inpatient Infectious Diseases patients.
• Evaluate and manage medical issues, document assessments, and communicate recommendations.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies.

Skills

Communication

Patient Rapport

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Baccalaureate in Nursing

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

Provide direct patient care within the Division of Infectious Diseases, delivering diagnostic and therapeutic services under physician supervision. ARNPs will exercise autonomy in medical decision-making and patient care, and may mentor healthcare students, residents, and fellows. They may also support research initiatives. The primary focus is on outpatient and inpatient Infectious Disease services at the Downtown Medical Campus and University Medical Campus, with approximately 75% of time at Jefferson Street and 25% at Main Campus.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide care as directed by a supervising physician for outpatient and inpatient Infectious Diseases patients, including:

• Obtaining medical history, performing physical exams, and documenting accurately.
• Evaluating and managing inpatients with medical or surgical issues, documenting assessments and plans. Communicating recommendations promptly to team members.
• Managing common infectious disease syndromes following best practices.
• Ordering, coordinating, and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic studies, including outside reports.
• Providing independent and collaborative evaluation and management of outpatient infectious disease patients, including travel medicine.
• Supporting quality patient care through orientation, staff programs, and CME activities.
• Assisting in longitudinal patient care, including follow-up on labs.
• Referring patients to specialists as needed.
• Evaluating and responding to emergency medical problems.
• Facilitating referrals and transitions of care.
• Consulting with ID faculty on complex cases.
• Admitting patients to the hospital when indicated.
• Submitting accurate and timely charges for services.
• Ordering medications for clinic patients; inpatient medications are ordered by referring providers.
• Collaborating with other medical personnel in patient care.
• Ensuring hospital compliance and maintaining patient confidentiality.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Supervision from the Infectious Diseases Division Director, Clinical Director, and/or APP Lead.

POSITION DETAILS

The department is hiring for one position as either an ARNP (requisition 25001389) or PA (requisition 25001390). Applicants should specify which position they are applying for or apply to both.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Master’s degree (preferably in Nursing); Baccalaureate in Nursing required if in a related field.
• Current Iowa nursing license.
• Current certification and licensure as ARNP in Iowa.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to establish rapport with patients and families.

Desirable:

• Recent (within 3-5 years) clinical experience in infectious diseases.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter marked as “Relevant Files.” The position remains open for at least 14 days and may close earlier if filled. Successful candidates will undergo background checks and provide references. For questions, contact [e-mail].

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Classification Title: Advanced Reg Nurse Prac
• Schedule: Full-time, SEIU
• Pay Level: 11

CONTACT

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Michaela Davis
• Contact Email: [e-mail]