Nurse Practitioner - Weekend Package (Full-Time)

ChildServe; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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)

Job summary

ChildServe in Johnston, Iowa is seeking an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) to provide comprehensive inpatient care for children and young adults with complex medical needs. The role involves conducting assessments, diagnosing conditions, and collaborating with a dedicated medical team. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Nursing or a Doctorate, an ARNP license in Iowa, and three years of experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice.
• ARNP license in Iowa as Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner.
• Three years of Nurse Practitioner experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive inpatient care, including assessments and diagnosis.
• Support families through care plans and provide education.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote best practices.

Skills

Patient care

Collaboration

Communication

Education delivery

Quality improvement

Education

Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice

ARNP license in Iowa for PNP or FNP

Job description

Overview

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

Schedule

• 7:00am – 7:00pm Friday/Saturday/Sunday

Call Rotation Requirements

Temporary 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.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice.
• ARNP license in the state of Iowa in one of these roles: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
• Three years of Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Preferred: Inpatient experience or experience with medical complexities, 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 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)

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.