Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Hospitalist in Iowa

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Hospitalist NP in Iowa!

About The Position

Barton Associates is seeking a Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care Hospitalist for a locum tenens position at a hospital in Iowa. This 60-day assignment begins on 06/16/2025, with 10-hour shifts from 12 PM to 10 PM, requiring a minimum of 10 shifts per month. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in an ICU, performing rounds, and managing approximately 15 patients per day, with 1-2 new encounters per shift and consults as needed. The role involves minimal procedural work and very rare intubations. Experience with Epic EMR is preferred, and an active Iowa license is required. This position also offers the possibility of extension.

Job Details: 

Location: Iowa 

Facility Type: Hospital 

Start Date: 06/16/2025 

LOA: 60 days 

Provider Type Needed: Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care Hospitalist

Schedule: 10-hour shifts, 12 PM to 10 PM, minimum 10 shifts per month

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Provide critical care to patients in an ICU 

• Perform daily rounds on assigned patients 

• Manage approximately 15 patients per day 

• Handle 1-2 new patient encounters per shift 

• Provide consults as needed 

• Collaborate with the assigned RN for shift assistance 

• Utilize Epic EMR for patient documentation and management 

• Work effectively in an open ICU environment 

• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team members 

• Adhere to hospital protocols and best practices in critical care 

• Participate in any required departmental meetings or training sessions

Additional Information: 

• Minimal procedural work required 

• Very rare intubations 

• Active Iowa nursing license required 

• Experience with Epic EMR preferred 

• Trauma Center experience beneficial

Apply now to learn more!

Benefits: 

• Strong compensation 

• Travel-related expenses covered 

• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided 

• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs? 

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.