Avera Health·Spirit Lake, Iowa
Manage acutely ill or injured patients of all ages in a fast-paced emergency setting. Collaborate with attending physicians to perform procedures, prescribe medications, and implement comprehensive care plans.
Location: Spirit Lake, IA
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.
The individual must be able to work Friday – Monday, Memorial Day through Labor Day and other days as deemed necessary throughout the year.
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We take our work seriously and are proud to be in the Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital by iVantage Health Analytics and Chartis Center for Rural Health since 2019, in the Top 20 Rural and Community Hospital by the National Rural Health Association, to earn the Outstanding Patient Experience Award 2022 by Healthgrades, and the list goes on.
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.
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Lake Regional Healthcare is currently seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver the best possible care in LRH’s patient-focused setting.
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.
Graduate of an NLN accredited school of nursing or equivalent; graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program required. Master’s or doctorate degree required.
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, NRP and Mandatory Reporting of Child and Dependent Adult Abuse or completion in accordance with hospital Education Policy.
Requires a Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program and an active CNP license. Must hold current certifications including BLS, ACLS, PALS, ATLS, and NRP, along with DEA certification.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Iowa are often tied to ongoing demand for experienced clinicians who can work independently and meet licensure and certification requirements. These positions are competitive because employers commonly look for an accredited NP or PA degree, an active unrestricted Iowa license, national certification, and prior clinical experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and Iowa licensure before applying.
