Nurse Practitioner

We have a full-time position available for a Nurse Practitioner at our West Des Moines, IA MAT clinic. We offer a competitive hourly wage and benefits package.

“UCS Healthcare values me as an employee.” “I’m given the latitude to do my job.” “UCS Healthcare is making a difference in our community.” “My supervisor is caring and understanding and is rooting for my success!”

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As an integrated healthcare non-profit, we put people first. We pay for a vast majority of your health insurance premium as part of our robust benefits package. We provide real opportunities for advancement and growth while doing work that makes a difference in our communities. We are inclusive and firmly believe that bringing your authentic self to work improves teams and helps our clients thrive.

If you're seeking a workplace that aligns with your values, where your contributions are appreciated, and where you can make a tangible impact, consider joining our team. Rather than waiting for others to catch up with UCS Healthcare, apply with us. Our team members tell us that they are grateful they did. Join us in our mission to create hope for healing and lifelong well-being.

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Reports To: Chief Medical Officer

Job Summary

Deliver care in an integrated healthcare setting. The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing all aspects of patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultation, and care coordination while maintaining accurate and timely patient records.

This position works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, counselors, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality, patient-centered care across multiple programs and locations, including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) services.

Demonstrates commitment to professional growth, professional competence, and UCS Healthcare's core values. Provides compassionate, patient-centered care and contributes positively to a multidisciplinary team environment. Complies with all federal, state, and agency policies and regulations, including HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and CARF standards.

Occasional travel between UCS Healthcare clinic locations and medication units may be required.

Essential Functions: Includes But Are Not Limited To

Patient Care 50%

• Developing treatment plans for acute and chronic diseases
• Perform initial patient screenings and patient history and physical examinations, including MAT physicals.
• Diagnose and treat acute infections, injuries and illnesses.
• Educating and guiding patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits
• Understanding the changes in health promotion throughout the aging process
• Performing diagnostic tests and screening evaluations
• Managing overall patient care regarding lifestyle and development issues
• Emphasizing preventative care and disease management
• Prescribing medications and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Work with a diverse population of patients compassionately
• Perform specialized treatments and exams as appropriate.
• Address preventative care, including tests and vaccinations appropriate for a patient’s age, history and other pertinent variables.
• Diagnose patient conditions using history, physical examination and indicated tests, and prescribe treatment as necessary to address their health concerns.
• Coordinate services internally with physicians, psychologists, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, counselors, and therapists and utilize support staff as indicated.
• Analyze test data and determine the need for follow-up appointments and further treatment options.
• Serve as the resource patients need for ongoing care information, counseling and provide guidance for any patients with critical conditions.
• Order medication as appropriate
• Deliver quality care while maintaining confidentiality.

Documentation 40%

• Collect, record, and maintain patient information (including the medical history, examination, testing results and treatment plans) in a complete and timely manner with legible and complete documentation. Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
• Utilize EHR for documentation and E-prescribing as appropriate.
• Documents in a timely, accurate and concise manner.
• Completes and signs all notes in a timely manner.
• Oversees nursing staff documentation and co-sign if needed.

Training and Education 10%

• Attend staffing, QA, and other designated meetings.
• Maintain all licensures, registrations and permits as required and participate in continuing medical education activities as required and in order to maintain and increase professional standards.
• Facilitates staff, patient and family decision making by providing educational tools.
• Perform supervisory duties as requested by the executive director.
• Participate in agency trainings both as a learner and in ongoing educational health presentations to the staff.
• Direct and coordinate activities of nurses and other medical staff and provide technical and educational assistance in understanding a patient’s medical problems.
• Provide consultation to clinic staff for improvement in their work performance, which enhances overall quality service delivery.

Minimum Required Education, Skills and Experience

• Master's Degree in Nursing.
• Current Iowa ARNP license. Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
• DEA and CSA registrations.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and take direction.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Strong oral, written, and computer skills.

Preferred Education, Skills and Experience

• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Two years of experience working in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, family practice, or an integrated healthcare setting.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations, including LGBTQIA+ and individuals with behavioral health or substance use disorders.
• Psychiatric/Mental Health experience preferred, but not required.

Supervisory Responsibility: NA

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Ability to use a computer and other office equipment.
• A valid driver's license is required and liability insurance or an equivalent means of reliable personal transportation and coverage as travel within the state of Iowa may be necessary.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Full-time; 32 or 40 hours per week