Autonomous NP/PA Clinician — Patient-Centered Care

Mercycare; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyCare Tama is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our MercyCare Community Physicians team in Cedar Rapids, IA. The clinician will provide comprehensive medical services with autonomy in clinical decision-making within established guidelines.

The position emphasizes patient-centered care, documentation, and collaboration with the Medical Director and healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Iowa without restrictions.
• NP/PA-C licensure and prescriptive authority required.
• BLS certification required by American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional medical services to MercyCare Community Physicians patients.
• Obtain and document patient histories and perform physical exams.
• Order and interpret tests, diagnose, and plan care.
• Prescribe medications and coordinate with supervising physician.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Medical knowledge

Clinical decision-making

Communication skills

Pharmacology

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Iowa RN/NP licensure

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

MercyCare Tama is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our MercyCare Community Physicians team in Cedar Rapids, IA. The clinician will provide comprehensive medical services with autonomy in clinical decision-making within established guidelines.

The position emphasizes patient-centered care, documentation, and collaboration with the Medical Director and healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality outcomes.