Per Diem Nurse Practitioner - Des Moines, IA

Planned Parenthood North Central States

Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota

Per Diem

Nurse Practitioner  – Des Moines, IA

Pay: The anticipated salary range for this position is $48-$60 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant work experience, the skills required for the role, internal equity, market competitiveness, and budget considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive pay for all employees.
Schedule: Per diem, 32 hours per month.
Clinic Hours:  Monday-Friday 9:00am-7:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm
Location:  Des Moines, IA
Job type: Hourly/Non-exempt
Union Membership: This position is represented by SEIU.
Questions? Contact [email protected].

Job Summary:

Under general and clinical supervision of the Advanced Practice Clinician Manager, administrative supervision of the Health Center Manager, and in collaboration with the Associate Medical Directors, Chief Medical Officer, and Program Directors, the Clinician provides clinical services, including reproductive and sexual health care, to patients at designated PPNCS health center(s). Clinicians are advocates in implementing our mission of “Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all.” They may perform other related duties to support health center operations as assigned.

Benefits and Perks:

This position is eligible for paid time off (PTO), Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST), and participation in the 403(b)-retirement plan. We also offer employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.

We also offer:

• Start date flexibility
• Comprehensive paid training for all health services positions & flexibility with hours per week during training. Training includes classroom, mock clinic, and shadowing shifts.
• Shift differentials:
  • $1.50/hour (weekend), $3.00/hour (evening), $4.00/hour (float/travel), $2.00/hour (Bilingual), and $3.00/hour (ultrasound)
• Travel reimbursement
• Schedules created & sent out 6 weeks in advance
• Option of picking up additional shifts, including at other locations other than your “home” clinic

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current active, unencumbered state license as a Registered Nurse and APN in state you are applying for the role, and ability to obtain additional state license(s) upon hire or active license as a Physician Assistant
• Current national board-certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse or a Physician Assistant
• DEA license or ability to obtain at hire, and enrollment in Controlled Substance Monitoring Program as applicable in state you are applying for the role
• Advanced degree, minimally Master’s Degree
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification for healthcare providers

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Clinicians practice according to the PPNCS medical standards and guidelines (MS&G) and as indicated by the patient’s status; Clinicians practice includes the following:

• Obtains pertinent patient history and performs a physical exam, as indicated by the visit type.
• Recognizes and addresses deviations from normal.
• Performs, orders, and interprets both screening and diagnostic testing; addresses abnormal findings.
• Develops plan, which may include treatment, medical or other referrals, and/or prescribing of medications.
• Provides patient instruction regarding plan of care, preventive education, and health promotion and maintenance.
• Consults with Medical Director or clinician on-call as indicated.
• Obtains informed consent when indicated.
• Collaborates with the health care team and other community agencies and resources, as indicated.
• Assesses interventions and/or referral progress as indicated.
• Documents accurately and clearly.
• Supervises clinic support staff regarding routine patient orders.
• Collaborates with Health Center Manager to meet clinic goals, productivity benchmarks, and assigned tasks.
• Provides patient focused care and assures smooth and efficient patient and clinic flow processes.
• Interprets scientific studies based on knowledge of basic research principals; Provides input and current information for the on-going process of protocol development.
• Stays up-to-date on reproductive health care developments and maintains CE requirements for required licensure and certification.
• Meets quality assurance requirements, including the appropriate dispensing of medications.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and meets compliance requirements, including HIPAA.
• Meets coding and documentation requirements.
• Possesses basic comprehension and skills of PPNCS clinic computer technology as it relates specifically to the Clinician role.
• Recognizes ethical, legal, and professional issues inherent in providing reproductive health care.
• Communicates clinical and professional issues and questions to the Advanced Practice Clinician Manager and/or Associate Medical Director of Family Planning as appropriate.
• Follows protocol and training requirements for expanding scope of practice and/or learning new procedures, i.e. colposcopy, IUD insertion, ultrasound, etc.
• Works to ensure understanding and acceptance of the Clinician role with colleagues, consumers, and the community.
• Maintains a working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures and apply these to patient and clinic services.
• Prescribes all FDA approved methods of birth control.
• Provides medication or surgical abortion follow up.
• Refers patients for medication or surgical abortion, prenatal care, or adoption services.
• Counsels HIV+ clients.
• Assists physicians with evaluation of medication abortion patients. (MN, IA, and NE only)
• For MN MAB sites: Provide evaluation and management of medication abortion patients
• Participates in the onboarding of new employees and supporting the cross-training of established employees.
• Collaborates with and

Immunization Requirements:

• Hepatitis B vaccination records
• Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination records or proof of immunization
• Tuberculosis PPD Skin Test that is no older than 12 months

About Us:

At PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. That’s why we protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of people and families with empathy, care, and respect. We are looking for passionate, dedicated staff who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission. To learn more: Our Mission.

When you work for Planned Parenthood, you make a difference in the lives of those we serve by affirming the human right to reproductive health and freedom. 

Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Planned Parenthood is dedicated to an equitable and inclusive work environment and encourages all interested candidates to apply regardless of initial skill set.

*Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation.*

This position is included in the SEIU bargaining unit, and depending on state law, requires union dues be deducted from employee paychecks in an amount up to 2.25% of gross pay.