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Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Pulmonary Critical Care (Nocturnist)
Location: Davenport, Iowa
Schedule: Friday–Sunday | 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Position Overview:
MercyOne Genesis is seeking a highly skilled and autonomous Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join our Pulmonary Critical Care team in a dedicated nocturnist role. This position provides overnight, on-site coverage at our Davenport campus, supporting ICU patients and collaborating with pulmonologists to ensure high-quality, continuous care.
This is a key role focused on maintaining stability and continuity of care overnight, with a strong emphasis on independent clinical decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive overnight coverage for ICU patients at the Davenport campus
Perform cross-coverage and ongoing management of critically ill patients
Respond to acute changes in patient condition, including rapid responses and codes
Collaborate with on-call pulmonologists as needed while functioning with a high degree of autonomy
Perform procedures within scope of practice (e.g., central lines, arterial lines, intubations – depending on experience and privileging)
Ensure accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record
Communicate effectively with nursing staff, respiratory therapy, and multidisciplinary teams
Support continuity of care through thorough handoffs to daytime teams
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Board certification as an NP or PA
Active or eligible for licensure in Iowa
Minimum of 1–2 years of ICU, critical care, or pulmonary experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions in a high-acuity environment
Strong procedural skills preferred
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Schedule & Lifestyle:
Three overnight shifts per week (Friday–Sunday, 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Consistent schedule offering predictability and work-life balance
Why Join MercyOne Genesis:
Practice within a collaborative Pulmonary Critical Care team across a trusted regional health system
High level of autonomy with physician support available
Opportunity to contribute to high-quality ICU care in a community-focused setting
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
We offer:
• Competitive compensation
• PTO/CME PTO
• CME Allowance
• Malpractice Insurance covered, including tail coverage
• Benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability insurance options
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Our physician-lead medical group promotes leadership, wellness and work-life balance, providing resources to achieve your goals.
Please let me know if you would like to be a part of the future of excellent patient care at MercyOne.
Angie Stierwalt
Provider Recruiter
Angie.Stierwalt@mercyone.org
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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.