Nurse Practitioner, Ortho Joints- North Liberty Campus

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus work

Full-time schedule

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care North Liberty Campus is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to support the Adult Hip and Knee Arthroplasty team in outpatient clinics. The role emphasizes collaborative care with surgeons, nurses, and staff, with no weekends and no on-call requirements.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree (MSN or DNP preferred), Iowa RN license and ARNP licensure, and national certification for adult populations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; MSN or DNP preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license and ARNP licensure required.
• National certification in an adult-focused specialty required.
• Must be licensed and certified to care for adult populations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient clinical management: conduct evaluations, order tests, develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and perform joint injections.
• Collaborative care: work with orthopedic team, residents, and consulting services to ensure continuity of care.
• Documentation and quality improvement: maintain medical records, participate in chart reviews and quality initiatives.
• Education and professional development: educate patients and contribute to student and resident learning; support research activities.
• Team operations and leadership: support policy compliance, participate in committees, and drive process improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree

MSN or DNP preferred

National certification in adult-focused specialty

Job description

Nurse Practitioner, Ortho Joints- North Liberty Campus

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will work collaboratively with fellow APPs, orthopedic residents, and faculty surgeons within the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation. This role will support the Adult Hip and Knee Arthroplasty team in an outpatient clinic setting. This requires delivery of collaborative care with the Adult Hip and Knee Arthroplasty team as well as other consulting services. This role requires someone who is organized, motivated, and very efficient. No weekends and no call with this position.

Position Responsibilities

Outpatient clinical management: Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, obtain histories and physicals, order and interpret diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and perform joint aspirations/injections. Return patient phone calls and MyChart messages.

Collaborative care: Work closely with the Adult Hip and Knee Arthroplasty team nurses, medical assistants, administrative assistants, residents and faculty surgeons as well as consulting services to support continuity of care across the outpatient setting

Documentation and quality improvement: Complete timely and accurate medical records, reports, and billing documentation. Participate in chart reviews, quality initiatives, and performance improvement committees to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

Education and professional development: Provide patient education and contribute to the learning of students and residents. Engage in ongoing professional development and support departmental research activities.

Team operations and leadership: Support compliance with policies and standards of care. Participate in committees, assist with process improvement projects, and help optimize service line operations. Provide coaching or feedback to team members as appropriate. Contribute to initiatives that improve patient outcomes, reduce complications, and enhance documentation accuracy.

The new University of Iowa Health Care North Liberty Campus opened in the Spring of 2025.This 469,000 square foot facility is the home to UI Health Care’s nationally recognized Orthopedics service line, offering comprehensive, coordinated, and accessible care across the outpatient, inpatient and surgical venues. These state-of-the-art clinical facilities will also include a full-service community imaging center, laboratory services, physical therapy, retail pharmacy, and emergency department as well as an array of support services.The facility has been designed to support a superior patient and staff experience; excellence across our patient care, teaching and research missions; convenient access to services; and engaging community partnerships.UI Health Care is seeking a welcoming, highly-skilled and collaborative workforce to be a part of the opening team for this superb new campus, and to help further our mission of: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.

Education Requirements

Master’s degree required; MSN or DNP preferred.

Current Iowa RN license and ARNP licensure required.

National certification in an adult‑focused specialty required.

Must be licensed and certified to care for adult patient populations.

Experience Requirements

3–5 years of patient care experience (may include clinical rotations or clinical practice).

Demonstrated experience or knowledge in orthopedic patient care.

Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Consistent timeliness and accuracy in documentation.

Desired Qualifications

Experience working in medical‑surgical inpatient, surgical inpatient, orthopedic outpatient, or orthopedic surgical setting is highly desired.

The department intends to hire for one position from either Physician Assistant, requisition 26004031, or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, requisition 26004032, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Advanced Reg Nurse Prac
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For questions or additional information, please contact Amanda Petersen at [e-mail].

Compensation

Contact Information

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .