Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care Locum Tenens Jobs in Des Moines, Iowa

Advance your career as a Nurse Practitioner in Des Moines, IA (50309) with this locum tenens healthcare job focused on primary care for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) patients. Join our innovative pilot program and help transform clinical care models while working alongside a dedicated healthcare team. Des Moines offers a vibrant community, thriving arts scene, and beautiful riverfront parks—making it a top destination for Iowa healthcare professionals.

Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Job Details

• Employment Type: Locum tenens (contract healthcare job)
• Location: On-site in Des Moines, IA (50309) – Iowa nursing jobs
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour day shifts (no nights, weekends, or on-call)
• Shifts per Week: 5
• Hours per Week: 40
• Contract Duration: 16 weeks, with potential for extension or permanent placement
• Start Date: September 8, 2025
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $4110 - $4870 per week

Nurse Practitioner Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Nurse Practitioner (NP)
• Current, unrestricted NP license to practice in Iowa
• DEA license or eligibility to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Current CPR or BLS certification
• Intermediate computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Background in dialysis, nephrology, or primary care preferred
• Experience managing heart failure, hypertension, and diabetes
• Familiarity with palliative care planning is a plus
• Spanish-speaking preferred but not required

Healthcare Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services in nephrologist offices and dialysis centers
• Manage complex CKD and ESKD patients to reduce hospitalizations and improve clinical outcomes
• Help launch new outpatient CKD clinics near dialysis units
• Work independently and collaboratively with physicians and healthcare teams
• Participate in care redesign and innovative healthcare practice development
• Engage in palliative care planning and health risk assessments
• Build rapport with patients and providers, fostering a positive healthcare culture
• Travel locally between practice and dialysis clinic environments as needed

Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a difference in Iowa nursing jobs!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.