Nursing Jobs in Iowa City, IA
$87,632 - $158,296 / year
The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking to fill multiple positions (60-100%) for Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNP) to support QuickCare and Urgent Care clinics . These positions will support our Iowa City (Corridor) and Quad Cities locations . Our Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNPs) perform direct patient care, including diagnostic and therapeutic services within our Walk-in Clinics. UI Walk-in Clinics provide care to try to save our patients a trip to the emergency room. We’re open evenings, weekends, and even some holidays. Our clinics are responsible to assess a wide variety of patients from newborn to geriatric and ensures patient care standards are met and provide access to additional care options not normally found at your traditional walk-in clinic, including X-rays, IV fluids, and stitches. This position is part of a dynamic and fast paced environment, rich with opportunities for learning and growth. We utilize a multidisciplinary approach to patient care that encourages teamwork between multiple disciplinary teams to provide the most comprehensive care to our patients. We have multiple clinics throughout the corridor area, as well as two locations in the Quad Cities, allowing our patients to find a location that is convenient to them. Basic Function And Responsibility Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNP) will exercise autonomy in medical decision making and services provided. The ARNP will also assist in educating healthcare students, as they rotate through the respective departments and divisions and will assist in research endeavors as appropriate. This position reports to the Medical Director within the UI Community Clinics and Lead APP within UI Health Care Walk-In Clinics. Characteristic Duties And Responsibilities Provide care responsibilities in both our QuickCare and Urgent Care Clinics, will rotate clinical sites. Urgent Care requires at least 6 months of prior experience. Obtain medical history and perform physical examination. Assess, assist, diagnose and treat medical or surgical problems and record findings. Perform or assist in and interpret the performance of laboratory and related studies. Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, the suturing and care of wounds, removal of foreign bodies, ear and eye irrigation and other clinical procedures. Assist in arranging for continued care such as but not limited to: transfer to the Emergency Treatment Center; follow-up care or establishment of care with a primary care provider; and/or follow-up consultations (including referrals to appropriate specialty and subspecialty physicians as indicated by patients’ problems). Perform and screen results of special medical exams including but not limited to electrocardiogram, radiography, audiometric and vision screening, tonometry, and pulmonary function screening tests. Instruct and counsel patients regarding physical and mental health on matters such as diets, disease, therapy, and normal growth and development. Evaluate, treat and institute procedures essential to providing an appropriate response to urgent medical problems. Maintain awareness of health facilities, agencies and resources in order to facilitate the appropriate referral of patients. Order medications and administer drugs. Direct other medical personnel and health professionals in the execution of patient care. Perform duties appropriate to a physician’s practice. Participate in educating health care students in various programs. Participate in committees within the division, department, College of Medicine and University of Iowa Health Care. Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public. Perform all other duties as assigned on a permanent or temporary basis Service Excellence/Customer Focus Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers. WE CARE Values Welcoming - We have an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees, and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education. Excellence - We achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research. Collaboration - We collaborate with healthcare systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region, as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork - guided by compassion - is the best way to work. Accountability - We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur. Respect - We create an environment where every individual feels safe, valued, and respected, supporting the well-being and success of all members of our community. Empowerment - We commit to fair access to research, health care, and education for our community and opportunities for personal and professional growth for our staff and learners. Benefits Highlights Regular salaried position located in the Corridor area/Quad Cities Clinics (travel to other clinical locations based on clinical needs/hours). The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including double match retirement plan, paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits/fpsm. Percent of Time: Variable Schedule: Variable Locations: Iowa City/Corridor locations and surrounding clinic locations including Quad Cities area (as needed). Salary: $87,632 - $158,296 ( Salary is based on years of experience ) https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay Position Qualifications Education Required: ARNP: Master's degree is required. A Master's degree in Nursing is preferred. If Master's degree is in a related field, a Baccalaureate degree in nursing is required. Required Qualifications Current board certification (FNP) in specialty area and licensure as ARNP in state of Iowa is required. Current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required. Current license to practice as an ARNP in state of Iowa. Minimum 6 months experience as an ARNP. Demonstrated experience in area of clinical practice is required. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage acutely ill patient population (of all ages) within a highly functioning unit/department. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Proved capacity to function with a high degree of autonomy while actively collaborating within a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment. Current valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the University Driving Policy Standards. Availability to provide support at other clinical locations based on clinical hours/needs. BLS, ACLS and PALS certification (obtained within first 6 months of employment). Desirable Qualifications Minimum 1 year of acute patient care ARNP experience within Emergency Department, Urgent Care and/or Walk-In Clinic area(s), Family Medicine. Some knowledge of University policies and procedures. Previous EPIC experience. Comfortable with technology and leveraging video, or the desire to learn. Application Process In order to be considered, applicants must upload resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. This posting is for multiple openings and will be posted for 90 calendar days. At the end of the 90-day posting period, candidates may reapply to be considered for additional openings. For questions or additional information, please contact julia-stark@uiowa.edu. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Additional Information Classification Title: Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Full-time Work Modality Options: On Campus Compensation Pay Level: 93 Starting Salary Minimum: 87,632 Starting Salary Maximum: 158,296 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Julia Stark Contact Email: julia-stark@uiowa.edu 
$57,587 - $105,636 / year
Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on incentive of up to $10,000 based on years of experience! The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking to hire 50%-100% Staff Nurses to join the Transfer Care team in the Emergency Department (ED) at our University Campus. The ED Transfer Care Nurse is a member of the ED team that initiates inpatient care for the adult patient population. This team cares for a variety of admitted medical and surgical patients within the ED. Patient populations include, but are not limited to neurology/neurosurgery, medicine, cardiology and oncology. The Transfer Care Nurse team emphasizes flexibility and adaptability. The ED Transfer Care Nurse will assess patients' nursing care needs, evaluate effectiveness of care provided, and integrate nursing theory and research into clinical practice. Characteristic Duties of our Staff Nurses include (but not limited to): Applies nursing theory to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patient responses to health and illness. Assesses patient health care preferences and expectations. Collaboratively coordinates the continuum of care across settings. Develops patient care plan based on patient condition, age, and psychological, educational, and socioeconomic conditions that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes. Implements patient care plan according to patient priorities, which includes interventions identified through nursing diagnoses. Documents/reports interventions and patient/family response. Collaborates and integrates contributions of patients and families into multidisciplinary patient care plan. Develops, coordinates and implements transfer/discharge planning throughout episode of care. Implements nursing interventions according to department, division, and/or unit policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain safe environment for patients, visitors and staff. Follows universal precautions. Other duties as assigned Become one of Iowa's best nurses. Join the Nursing team at Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center, University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United State. As a three-time winner of the Magnet designation for excellence in nursing services by the American Nurses Credentialing Center Magnet Recognition Program®, UI Health Care offers you the opportunity to advance your nursing skills. Work in an environment where your co-workers are committed to excellence, education, and innovation. We are dedicated to providing evidence based, family-centered care while working and learning with a full interdisciplinary team. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.® Percent of Time: 50 - 100% Schedule example: 50%-100% positions available. 20-40 hours per week dependent upon percentage of position. Rotating D/E/N shifts and rotating days off. 12 hour shifts available. Weekend and holiday rotating assignments required. Orientation will be at 100% schedule/40 hours per week. Orientation duration may vary. Location: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa SEIU Pay Plan: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan Salary: $60,000 minimum at 100% effort to commensurate *This does not include differentials. Salary will vary based on years of experience and percent of effort.* Pay Differentials: Shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Premium pay for additional shifts greater than 4 hours. Inpatient differential of up to $10,000 per year Benefits Highlights: Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Relocation assistance available to qualified applicants. https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits For more information about Why Iowa? click here Education Required An Associate’s Degree in Nursing, a Diploma in Nursing, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader or a Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) is required. Licensure/Certification Requirements License to practice nursing in the state of Iowa required by date of hire. Experience Requirements Minimum of six months RN inpatient hospital nursing experience or completion of senior internship/preceptorship or completion of at least 100 clinical hours on med/surg or step-down unit. Proven capacity to function with a high degree of autonomy while actively collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions Successful history in building/facilitating interpersonal relationships involving patients, families, colleagues, and student-learners Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required General proficiency with computers Desired Qualifications Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Master’s Degree in Nursing is highly desired If Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program is desirable Experience in Telemetry and/or neurology experience is desired Knowledge of university policies and procedures is desired Application Process Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be asked to provide five (5) professional references and will be subject to a criminal background check. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. For questions or additional information please contact Emergency Medicine HR at UIHC-EMS-HR@healthcare.uiowa.edu. Additional Information Classification Title: Staff Nurse Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Full-time Work Modality Options: On Campus Compensation Pay Level: 6 Starting Salary Minimum: 57,587 Starting Salary Maximum: 105,636 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: John Hixson Contact Email: john-hixson@uiowa.edu $57,587 - $105,636 / year
Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 The University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.® UI Health Care is designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Emergency Department | University Campus: The Emergency Department (ED) at the University Campus (located at 200 Hawkins Dr.) is a 57-bed department. Pediatric ED space with 13 rooms, which includes 2 dedicated trauma/resuscitation rooms and a procedural room. Main ED space includes 3 trauma/resuscitation rooms, an expanded Team Triage space, and 6 results waiting chairs. South Expansion space includes 12 enhanced multipurpose rooms and a calming room. Our ED is staffed by a multidisciplinary team which includes Registered Nurses, Patient Care Technicians, Paramedics, Unit Assistants, Social Work, Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine providers, Pharmacy, and our research team. The University Campus ED was the recipient of an Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Lantern Award in 2025 for their collaboration and teamwork that makes a difference in the lives of patients, families, employees, and our community. For more specific information about the Emergency Department click here. We are looking for nurses with experience to help provide patient care for our behavioral health population in the Emergency Department. Apply today and be part of something extraordinary. Characteristic Duties of our Staff Nurses include but are not limited to : Applies nursing theory to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patient responses to health and illness Assesses patient health care preferences and expectations Collaboratively coordinates the continuum of care across settings Develops patient care plan based on patient condition, age, and psychological, educational, and socioeconomic conditions that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes Implements patient care plan according to patient priorities, which includes interventions identified through nursing diagnoses. Documents/reports interventions and patient/family response Collaborates and integrates contributions of patients and families into multidisciplinary patient care plan Develops, coordinates and implements transfer/discharge planning throughout episode of care Implements nursing interventions according to department, division, and/or unit policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain safe environment for patients, visitors and staff. Follows universal precautions Percent of Time: 50%-100% Schedule example: 20-40 hours per week. Rotating D/E/N shifts and rotating days off . 8/12 shifts available. Weekend and holiday rotating assignments required. Orientation duration may vary. Location: Regular salaried position is at the University Campus ED located in Iowa City, Iowa SEIU Pay Plan: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan Salary: $60,000 minimum at 100% effort to commensurate *This does not include differentials. Salary will vary based on years of experience and percent of effort.* Pay Differentials: Shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Premium pay for additional shifts greater than 4 hours. Inpatient differential of up to $10,000 per year Benefits Highlights: Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Relocation assistance available to qualified applicants. https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits For more information about Why Iowa? click here Education Required An Associate’s Degree in Nursing, a Diploma in Nursing, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader or a Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) is required. Licensure/Certification Requirements License to practice nursing in the state of Iowa required by date of hire. Experience Requirements Minimum of six months ED, or critical care (ICU, telemetry inpatient) nursing experience, or completion of senior internship/preceptorship or completion of at least 100 clinical hours in an ED, ICU, intermediate area (Burn Unit, Intermediate Units), or pediatric inpatient area. Completion of senior internship/preceptorship or completion of at least 100 clinic hours on an inpatient unit (med/surg or step-down unit) plus a minimum 2 years EMT experience Demonstrated ability to effectively manage critically-ill patient population within highly functioning unit/department Proven capacity to function with a high degree of autonomy while actively collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions Successful history in building/facilitating interpersonal relationships involving patients, families, colleagues, and student-learners Excellent written and verbal communication skills General proficiency with computers Desired Qualifications Minimum of two years of ED or critical care experience (within the last 6 months) Experience in pediatric emergency nursing care Experience utilizing electronic medical records Knowledge of University policies and procedures Please attach a resume as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact John Hixson at john-hixson@uiowa.edu. 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. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Additional Information Classification Title: Staff Nurse Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Full-time Work Modality Options: On Campus Compensation Pay Level: 52 Starting Salary Minimum: 57,587 Starting Salary Maximum: 105,636 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: John Hixson Contact Email: john-hixson@uiowa.edu 
$40,903.92 - $60,760.80 / year
The Center for Disabilities and Development is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant II. Under supervision of CDD Assistant Nurse Manager, perform patient care, medical information management, patient scheduling and clinic support functions for the Center for Disabilities and Development’s Healy Outpatient Clinic. Schedule: Monday-Friday, shift between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monitor and facilitate the flow of patients through the CDD Healy Clinic by communicating with registration staff members, nurse manager, clinicians and patients and families about changes in clinic schedule. Assists physicians and nurse practitioners with physical examinations of patients and related treatments, including processes such as taking and recording vital signs with height/weight/head circumference, patient history, medication records, allergies and immunizations. Manages CDD and UI Health Care medical records and information to ensure that information is available for clinicians, patients and families. Receives requests for prescription refills and processes requests as appropriate. Assists in providing coverage for nursing triage telephone service, providing information and referring requests to appropriate individuals. Administers medications that can be administered by a certified medical assistant. Performs routine laboratory tests as needed. Identifies vaccination needs for specific patient populations. Performs related clerical tasks including answering telephones, compiling data into reports, preparing correspondence and other related duties. Provides clerical support for CDD Assistant Nurse Manager. Assists with scheduling patient appointments, registering patients and assisting with obtaining insurance preauthorization and billing processes. Assists with billing procedures. Assists in the Healy Medical Clinic and offices as requested. Merit Alpha Matrix | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa Minimum Eligibility Requirements Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant or completion of a recognized one year Medical Assistant Program, or Completion of a health care profession program with a curriculum incorporating elements of a Medical Assistant program including but not limited to: pathophysiology, medical terminology, basic pharmacology and medication administration including dose calculation and psychology. Special Qualifications Completion of a Medical Assistant program accredited by ABHES or CAAHEP, graduation from a college with institutional accreditation by regional or national accrediting agency approved by the U.S. Department of Education, or LPN licensure is required. Desired Qualifications Has experience working in a health care environment with direct patient care Ability to communicate effectively with hospital staff Strong written communication skills Customer service experience Previous healthcare support experience Demonstrated competency in medical terminology Demonstrated computer skills and ability to navigate the EMR Position And Application Details In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as required to the submission: Resume Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Please contact Michael-lynch-2@uiowa.edu with any questions. Additional Information Classification Title: Medical Assistant II Appointment Type: Merit Schedule: Full-time Compensation Pay Level: 9 Starting Salary Minimum: $40903.92 Starting Salary Maximum: $60760.80 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Michael Lynch Contact Email: michael-lynch-2@uiowa.edu