Nurse Practitioner - Nights (Part-Time)

ChildServe; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA and FSA options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

403(b) retirement plan with company 
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Life and disability insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

ChildServe is seeking an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner to join our inpatient pediatric care team in Iowa. The role involves evaluating patients, diagnosing conditions, prescribing treatments, and guiding families through care plans within a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

The position offers a part-time schedule with weekday or weekend night options, call rotation, and opportunities to educate families, staff, and the community while working with subspecialists to deliver

Qualifications

• MSN or DNP required with Iowa ARNP license (PNP or FNP).
• Minimum 3 years of NP experience; inpatient experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and maneuver within clinical areas.
• Must pass ChildServe physical examination at start and per regulations.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Participate in patient/family meetings to review treatment options and support understanding of medical conditions.
• Perform exams, order tests, prescribe treatments/medications, and document assessments and care plans.
• Educate patients, families, staff and community; support family engagement and staff training.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care and promote evidence-based practices.
• Represent the NP role within the organization and ensure effective communication across care transitions.

Education

Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice

ARNP license in Iowa (PNP or FNP)

Job description

ChildServe is looking for an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) to join a dedicated medical team where you'll make a meaningful impact every day. In this role, you'll deliver comprehensive inpatient care - from conducting assessments and diagnosing conditions to prescribing treatments and guiding families through care plans. You'll collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team and partner with subspecialists to ensure every patient receives exceptional, compassionate care while working within a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Scope

• Primarily works within the inpatient program but may occasionally support outpatient services.
• Care for children and young adults up to age 30 with complex medical needs and intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Part-Time Schedule (can be flexible):

• Option 1: Fixed Weekday
  • Two Weekday Nights/week
  • Monday – Thursday
  • 7:00 PM – 5:00 AM
• Option 2: Weekend Nights
  • Friday - Saturday or Saturday - Sunday
  • 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Call Rotation Requirements

Call rotation after hours and weekends. Rotation with other members of the medical team, typically 1:3 or 1:4.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Patient & Family Care: Participate in patient/family meetings to review treatment options and support understanding of medical conditions. Perform exams, order tests, prescribe treatments/medications, and interpret results. Document assessments, care plans, education, and follow-up in compliance with regulations. Respond to inquiries from patients, families, staff, providers, and referral agencies.
• Education for Patients, Families, Staff & Community: Prepare and deliver education to patients, families, and community members. Support family engagement and collaboration with the care team. Participate in clinical education and training for staff.
• Quality of Care & Best Practices: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care. Promote and apply evidence-based best practices. Support initiatives related to quality improvement, infection prevention, and antibiotic stewardship. Provide limited supervision to nurses as needed to support operations.
• Collaboration & Communication: Represent the nurse practitioner role within the organization. Ensure effective communication to support seamless transitions of care.

What You'll Need

• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice.
• ARNP specialty education and license in the state of Iowa in one of these roles:
  • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)
  • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Three years of Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Preferred: Inpatient experience, experience in management of pediatric medical complexity, or intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the clinical areas, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
• Must be able to pass a ChildServe physical examination at commencement of employment and thereafter as regulations require.
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively and professionally in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Make a Difference Every Day at ChildServe

• ChildServe partners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
• ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowa's only children's specialty hospital, offering a variety of services and programs to meet each child's unique needs.
• ChildServe's four key specialty areas include: complex medical care, pediatric rehabilitation, autism and behavioral health, and community-based services. With a coordinated approach to care delivery, services are interwoven and streamlined, so families can address their child's needs in one location.
• Established in 1928, ChildServe proudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6,000 children in Iowa each year.

ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email [e-mail]. ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.