Nurse Practitioner (NP) Emergency Department

LAKES REGIONAL HEALTHCARE; Spirit Lake (IA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakes Regional Healthcare in Spirit Lake, IA, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver patient‑centered care in a fast‑paced, patient‑focused setting.

The NP will manage acutely ill or injured patients across all ages, collaborate with the Emergency Unit attending physician, and use the nursing process to plan and evaluate care. Licensure in Iowa and DEA certification are required, with BLS/ACLS/PALS/ATLS ongoing. This role supports LRH’s mission and values within a compassionate team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NLN accredited school of nursing or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program required.
• Master’s or doctorate degree required.

Responsibilities

• Manage acutely ill or injured patients of all ages.
• Treat patients with varying levels of acuity and perform procedures in collaboration with the Emergency Unit attending physician.
• Utilize the nursing process to identify patient needs, complete health history and physical exam, plan and implement a care plan, prescribe medications, assess risk factors, and refer patients as needed.

Education

NLN accredited nursing program

Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing

Job description

Location: Spirit Lake, IA Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: Day/Evening/Weekend/Holiday Shift (United States of America)

Be a part of Lakes Regional Healthcare! A multi-disciplinary team built on Compassion, Hospitality, and Stewardship, and the mission of improving the health and well-being of people in the Iowa Great Lakes region.

Position Highlights

HOURS: The individual must be able to work Friday – Monday, Memorial Day through Labor Day and other days as deemed necessary throughout the year.

Join the team at Lakes Regional Healthcare! Award Winning Health Care: We take our work seriously and are proud to be in the Top100 Rural and Community Hospital by iVantage Health Analytics and Chartis Center for Rural Health since 2019, in the Top20 Rural and Community Hospital by the National Rural Health Association, to earn the Outstanding Patient Experience Award2022 by Healthgrades, and the list goes on.

Culture

Be a part of a multi-disciplinary team built on Compassion, Hospitality, and stewardship, and the mission of improving the health and well‑being of people in the Iowa Great Lakes region.

Positive Work Environment

Be part of an organization where we practice our mission & values in daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.

Lake Regional Healthcare is currently seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver the best possible care in LRH’s patient‑focused setting.

Summary

To manage acutely ill or injured patients of all ages. This fast‑paced nursing specialty requires the skill to treat patients with varying levels of acuity as well as perform procedures in collaboration with the Emergency Unit attending physician. Utilizes the nursing process to identify patient needs, complete a health history and physical exam, systematically plan and implement a plan of care, prescribe medications, assess for risk factors and contraindications to treatment, refer patients to appropriate specialties and facilities, and continually evaluate the outcomes of that care.

Education and/or Experience

Graduate of an NLN accredited school of nursing or equivalent; graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program required. Master’s or doctorate degree required.

Certification, Licensure, and/or Registrations

An active CNP license is required. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa and/or meeting the requirements of multi‑state licensure required. Federal and State DEA certification. Current certifications for BLS, ACLS, PALS, ATLS, and Mandatory Reporting of Child and Dependent Adult Abuse or completion in accordance with hospital Education Policy.

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high‑quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.