Mercy NICU - Nurse Practitioner

Mercycare Service Corporation; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

A community-based healthcare organization in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to support patient care through clinical evaluation and collaboration with physicians. The role involves managing diagnostic tests, prescribing treatments, and providing leadership within the healthcare team. Candidates must be licensed as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in Iowa and have experience in the specialty area. This position offers a supportive environment with competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in Iowa.
• Experience in evaluation and management of specialty area patients is required.
• Completion of Iowa Mandatory Reporter training.

Responsibilities

• Support patient-centered care through clinical care and education.
• Manage diagnostic tests, prescriptions, and plans of care.
• Provide leadership in the health care team through teaching and coaching.

Skills

Critical analytic thought

Assisting procedures

Leadership qualities

Communication skills

Commitment to excellence

Education

Education sufficient to obtain required licensure

Job description

Mercy NICU - Nurse Practitioner page is loaded## Mercy NICU - Nurse Practitionerlocations: Mercy Medical Centertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR103815**Work Shift**Variable/Rotating Shifts**Scheduled Weekly Hours**36**Summary**This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by assisting with clinical care, education and direction of their respective program. The Nurse Practitioner works in collaboration with a physician and other team members to provide care to patients and their families.**Job Description****Job Duties*** Performs and documents complete, system-focused, and/or symptom specific physical and psychosocial examination.* Manages diagnostic tests through ordering, performing, interpreting, and supervising in the assessment process.* Prescribes pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic interventions in collaboration with the supervising physician.* Assists with the management of the plan of care through the evaluation, modification, and documentation according to the patient's response to therapy, change in condition, and to therapeutic interventions to optimize patient outcomes.* Assesses the needs of families and caregivers.* Synthesizes data from a variety of sources to make clinical judgments and decisions about appropriate recommendations and treatments.* Initiates appropriate referrals and performs consultations.* Demonstrates leadership of the health care team through teaching, coaching, and supporting to advance plan of care.* Maintains current knowledge regarding state and federal regulations impacting ARNP practice.* Participates in call coverage specific to specialty* Ensures accurate billing and coding for services provided in the hospital and office* Communicates care plans and transitions of care to fellow providers in the team* Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.**Department Specific Duties**NICU Providers:* Participates in staff education.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Ability to apply critical analytic thought to patient care.* Ability to assist physicians and nursing staff with all procedures.* Strong leadership qualities.* Exceptional communication skills.* Strong commitment to excellence.**Professional Experience*** Experience in the evaluation and management of patients in specialty area required.**Education**Education sufficient to obtain required licensure.**Licensure, Certification, Registration*** Currently licensed to practice as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in the state of Iowa required.* Iowa Dependent Adult & Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.* Current BLS Certificate**Pay Rate Type**Salary***Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.***Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.# ## *An open-house hiring event at Mercy Cedar Rapids - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. every Tuesday**We welcome the chance to meet with you and share our current opportunities, including information on our exciting sign-on bonuses for select positions!**Mercy Cedar Rapids is a growing healthcare system, rooted in purpose and driven by people - like you. We care for those who care for others with competitive pay and generous benefits. But we don’t just offer jobs, it’s the sense of community and shared purpose – our dedication to caring for the sick - that really sets Mercy apart as an employer.**No appointment necessary – just bring your résumé!***The Mercy Touch — it’s compassionate people taking care of patients and each other. And, at Mercy Cedar Rapids, there's something for anyone who wants to have an influence on their community and grow their career. We are proud of our mission-centered culture and our employees enjoy growth opportunities, supportive team members, a generous benefits package and more.****If you don't see the position you're looking for - or if you're not sure what you're looking for, we invite you to join our Talent Community to stay informed about future opportunities!**