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Nurse Practitioner (NP)
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What they do
A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$121,391 / year median in Iowa
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Nurse Practitioner (NP) at Matrix Providers Nurse Practitioner (NP) at Matrix Providers in West Des Moines, Iowa Posted in 9 days ago. $55.00 - $58.59 per hour Matrix Providers is hiring a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team of talented medical professionals to conduct one-time, non-treatment Veteran Disability Exams in West Des Moines, IA.
Employment Status:
Full Time Compensation:
This is a hourly position. $55.00 - $ 58.59
Schedule:
Full Time, Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm.
Benefits:
Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage. Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook) 401(k) Plan This role supports patient care during sensitive procedures where patients may request a same-gender staff member. The facility seeks to ensure appropriate gender representation among staff to accommodate patient choice.
Requirements and Skillsets:
The Nurse Practitioner NP must have and meet the following qualifications: Hold and maintain an active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license for the duration of your employment.
Certification:
Have an active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing situations. Must possess basic computer skills. All on-site staff and contractors must be fully vaccinated per CDC and state guidelines. Prior VA or compensation exam experience is a plus but not required.
Job Summary:
Review pertinent medical history documentation and provide veterans with one-time, non-treatment compensation and pension exams. The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will capture responses during the exam through web-based examination form(s); all documentation will be completed electronically. Completed exams are sent to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for disability award determinations. Standard exams include - musculoskeletal, cardio, and respiratory. Ancillaries (X-rays, labs, EKGs, PFTs, ABIs) may be ordered and will be conducted on location or nearby. #INDSD
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance