Advanced Practice Hospitalist Opening in Fort Madison IA
Updated 10/16/26
Fort Madison, Iowa, United States
Physician Assistant
Hospitalist
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist opening in Iowa
Fort Madison, Iowa
Full time
Inpatient Hospital Medicine
7 On / 7 Off | 168 Shifts Annually | $154K+ | $15K Commencement Bonus | No ICU Coverage
An established hospitalist program in Fort Madison, Iowa is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join its inpatient team. This position offers significant clinical autonomy while working alongside an on-site Internal Medicine physician and collaborating closely with nursing, social work, the Emergency Department, and specialty services. With a 7-on/7-off schedule plus two additional weeks off each year, the position requires only 168 shifts annually while maintaining full-time benefits.
Position Highlights
* Full-time, permanent Hospitalist NP opportunity
* 7-on/7-off schedule
* Only 168 shifts annually, compared with a traditional 182-shift hospitalist schedule
* Equivalent of two additional weeks off per year
* No ICU coverage
* Procedures are optional
* Significant autonomy in day-to-day practice
* On-site Internal Medicine physician support
* Responsibilities include admissions, discharges, and inpatient rounding
* One physician and one NP typically cover approximately 25–30 patients
* 24/7 Board-Certified Emergency Medicine physician coverage
* Emergency Department located nearby for efficient admissions and care coordination
* Broad specialty and consultative support
* Collaborative environment with nursing, social work, Emergency Medicine, and specialty teams
* Independent and financially stable health system
Clinical Responsibilities
* Perform inpatient admissions and comprehensive patient assessments
* Participate in daily hospitalist rounding
* Manage hospitalized patients in collaboration with the attending physician
* Coordinate and facilitate patient discharges
* Develop and implement inpatient treatment plans
* Order and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies
* Coordinate specialty consultations when appropriate
* Collaborate with nursing, social work, Emergency Medicine, and other clinical teams
* Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
* Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
* Perform procedures based on interest and experience; procedures are not required
Compensation & Benefits
* Annual compensation starting at $154,000+
* $15,000 commencement bonus
* Full-time benefits while working only 168 shifts annually
* Malpractice coverage
* Team-based compensation structure
* Comprehensive employee benefits
* Stable employment within an independent regional health system
* Schedule designed to provide significant blocks of time away from work
Qualifications
* Certified Nurse Practitioner
* Current or eligible Iowa APRN licensure
* Appropriate national board certification
* Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or other acute-care experience preferred
* Comfortable practicing with a high degree of autonomy
* Strong inpatient assessment and clinical decision-making skills
* Excellent communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills
* Ability to manage admissions, rounding, and discharge responsibilities efficiently
* Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered inpatient care
About Fort Madison & Southeast Iowa
Fort Madison is a scenic Mississippi River community offering a significantly lower cost of living and a family-friendly Midwestern lifestyle.
* Riverfront community with extensive outdoor recreation
* 11 parks, a water park, and waterfront activities
* Access to golf, tennis, swimming, and fitness facilities
* Public and private school options
* Variety of local restaurants, shopping, and everyday amenities
* Housing options ranging from established neighborhoods to golf-course communities and larger properties
* Cost of living reported at approximately 22% below the national average
* Convenient regional access to Iowa City and other Midwest destinations
* Amtrak service providing access to Chicago
* Excellent opportunity for an NP seeking strong compensation, substantial time off, clinical autonomy, and no ICU requirement
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