Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Iowa

Nurse Practitioner jobs in Iowa are concentrated in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City, where systems like UnityPoint Health, MercyOne, and the University of Iowa Health Care are among the most consistent hirers. Family practice, urgent care, and psychiatric mental health are the specialties drawing the most demand statewide, with openings at every level from new graduates to experienced independent practitioners. Iowa's NP market is active across both urban health systems and rural critical access hospitals, which face ongoing staffing needs in underserved areas. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles35
Top employerUS Department of Veterans Affairs
Top cityDes Moines, IA
Cities hiring20
Work type82% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Holon Health
SUD Nurse Practitioner - Iowa (Future Hire)
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SUD Nurse Practitioner - Iowa (Future Hire)
Holon Health
Des Moines, Iowa
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$72 - $78/hr
Remote (US)

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TeamHealth
Advanced Practice Clinician In Ottumwa, IA
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Advanced Practice Clinician In Ottumwa, IA
TeamHealth
Ottumwa, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
10,000+

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Primary Health Care, Inc.
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Primary Health Care, Inc.
Clive, Iowa
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$92k - $139k/yr
BLS Certification
201-500

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The University of Iowa
Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship
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Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$100k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Nurse Practitioner Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Des Moines
5 jobs
Council Bluffs
5 jobs
Davenport
3 jobs
Iowa City
3 jobs
Cedar Rapids
3 jobs
Dubuque
2 jobs
Clive
1 job
Ankeny
1 job
Panora
1 job

Nurse Practitioner Job Market in Iowa

A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

US Department of Veterans Affairs
US Department of Veterans Affairs4 open roles
The University of Iowa
The University of Iowa3 open roles
Marathon Health
Marathon Health2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nurse practitioner jobs across Iowa.

  • Active Iowa nurse practitioner license issued by the Iowa Board of Nursing
  • Master's or doctoral degree in nursing from an accredited NP program
  • Current national board certification such as AANP or ANCC credentials
  • Valid DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances in Iowa
  • Two or more years of clinical NP or advanced practice nursing experience
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications required at time of hire

Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nurse practitioner in Iowa?

You become a nurse practitioner in Iowa by completing an accredited master's or doctoral NP program, passing a national board certification exam through AANP or ANCC, and applying for an advanced registered nurse practitioner license through the Iowa Board of Nursing. Iowa requires you to submit proof of education, certification, and a supervising collaborating physician agreement if you practice in certain settings. The Iowa Board of Nursing processes applications and issues the ARNP designation.

How much do nurse practitioners make in Iowa?

Nurse practitioners in Iowa earn a median of about $130,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $107,990 for the lowest 10% to over $167,590 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire nurse practitioners in Iowa?

Iowa nurse practitioner roles are posted by US Department of Veterans Affairs, The University of Iowa, and Marathon Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large integrated health systems and federally qualified health centers across rural Iowa are particularly active, given the state's ongoing need for advanced practice providers in underserved communities.

Which Iowa cities have the most nurse practitioner jobs?

Des Moines, Council Bluffs, and Davenport are the Iowa cities with the most nurse practitioner openings. Des Moines leads because it anchors the state's largest health systems and corporate headquarters, while Iowa City's concentration around the University of Iowa Health Care and its academic medical center drives consistent demand, and Cedar Rapids supports a strong regional hospital market serving eastern Iowa.

Are there remote nurse practitioner jobs in Iowa?

Yes, but they're rare. About 18% of nurse practitioner openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most NP work requires in-person patient care. The roles most likely to be remote are telehealth psychiatric mental health positions, where Iowa has seen growing demand tied to rural behavioral health access programs.

How can I get hired as a nurse practitioner in Iowa with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate NP residency or fellowship programs at large Iowa systems such as UnityPoint Health and University of Iowa Health Care, both of which have structured programs designed for new advanced practice providers. Candidates coming from RN or registered nurse roles in emergency, ICU, or primary care have the strongest footing for lateral movement. Completing your Iowa ARNP licensure and national board certification before applying, along with any rural health experience, gives you a measurable edge with critical access hospitals across the state.

Where can I find and apply to nurse practitioner jobs in Iowa?

You can find and apply to nurse practitioner jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings across health systems, clinics, and critical access hospitals. Find the roles that fit your specialty and experience level below and apply directly.

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