Nurse Practitioner - Nephrology

Great River Health in Burlington, IA has an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a collaborative team in our Nephrology practice.   

  Position Highlights:

* Variety of Practice: Split between clinic visits, inpatient hospital rounding, and coverage of outpatient dialysis centers. 
* Collaborative Team: Work alongside 3 experienced nephrologists, 1 excellent nephrology NP and a dedicated care team. 
* Schedule: Full-time, with a balanced mix of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities. 
* Support & Training: Orientation and ongoing support provided; nephrology or internal medicine experience preferred

Qualifications: 
* Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Iowa or eligibility).
* Strong clinical assessment and patient management skills.
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

What We’re Looking For:

• A team-first mindset and strong communication skills 

• Someone who takes ownership of their practice and contributes to the team’s growth 

• Comfort with autonomy and a passion for helping to develop and expand a growing service line.

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to grow your career and improve the health of the community we serve.

Exceptional Opportunity in a Supportive, High-Earning, and Family-Friendly Community

There’s no such thing as a perfect job—but there are jobs that people truly love. And at Great River Health, our Medical Staff love working here. Why?

• A true family atmosphere among the Medical Staff—teamwork and camaraderie matter here.
• World-class care—our team is dedicated to excellence.
• Big enough to have diverse pathology, small enough for no local competition.
• A supportive, open-door administration that values your voice.
• A welcoming, family-friendly community with top-tier schools.
• Financial security you can count on.

Why This is the Opportunity You’ve Been Waiting For:

• $15k commencement bonus with high earning potential from day one.
• Ability to schedule the necessary time off you need for you and your family and friends with 7 weeks off and 7 more days for Holidays!
• Fair rotation of clinic, dialysis and hospital coverage—because work-life balance matters
• A 380-bed, independent, and financially stable health system
• 24/7 board-certified ED docs and IM physicians staffing the Hospital and STABLE nursing for seamless care coordination

A Community You’ll Love to Call Home

• Live the way you want! Choose from prestigious gated communities, golf course living, or spacious acreage to build your dream home.
• Top-ranked public and private schools—a fantastic place to raise a family.
• Scenic riverfront town with 11 parks, a water park, and waterfront recreation.
• Two of Iowa’s top 10 golf courses and a country club with tennis, pool, and fitness center.
• Big-city convenience in a suburban setting: Target, Starbucks, Panera, Chick Fil A, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Kohl’s, and 25+ local independent restaurants.
• Easy access to major cities: 1-hour to Iowa City, direct daily jet service to Chicago, and Amtrak to Chicago.
• 22% lower cost of living than the national average—your dollar goes further here!

This is not just another job—it’s a chance to build the career and lifestyle you’ve always wanted. If you’re looking for stability, autonomy, and a team that truly values its Medical Staff, this is the place for you.

Let’s start the conversation today!