Des Moines Positions (3)
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2 of the 3 listings were first posted in the last 30 days. The most recent was first posted on November 2, 2026.
Local Market
Des Moines NP Jobs at a Glance
Employers hiring now
3 employers each have one active NP listing in Des Moines.
- Ascension Recovery Services1 listing
- Compassus1 listing
- LifeStance Health1 listing
Specialties and job types here
Listings in Des Moines fall into these categories. A listing can appear in more than one category, so the counts overlap.
- Specialty: Psychiatric Mental Health (1)
- Setting: Outpatient (1)
- Job type: Full-Time (2), Part-Time (1)
Listing snapshot
Of the 3 active NP listings in Des Moines, 2 are in person and 1 is hybrid.
By job type, 2 are Full-Time and 1 is Part-Time.
Practicing in Iowa
AANP classifies Iowa as a full practice state. Iowa NPs have independent practice and prescriptive authority. Iowa is a Nurse Licensure Compact member. The compact covers the RN license beneath your APRN credential. The APRN license itself is still issued by Iowa. APRN licensure is issued by the Iowa Board of Nursing. Check the board's current checklist before accepting a role, because requirements and fees change.
Pay in Des Moines
A local median appears once at least 5 listings from at least 3 employers in Des Moines disclose annual pay, with no single employer above 40% of them. For reference, the national median wage for nurse practitioners is $132,300 (BLS OEWS, Nurse Practitioners (29-1171), median annual wage, May 2025).
Nearby Markets
NP Jobs Near Des Moines
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Des Moines, IA: NP Market Context
Des Moines, IA is a mid-sized regional hub in Iowa by 2020 Census population. AANP places Iowa in its full practice category. States in the same category still set different requirements, so check the Iowa rules before applying. 3 active NP positions are currently listed on this page.
Common Questions
Des Moines NP Jobs FAQ
How many NP jobs are open in Des Moines, IA?
There are 3 active NP listings in Des Moines from 3 employers. 2 of the 3 listings were first posted in the last 30 days. The most recent was first posted on November 2, 2026.
What do NP listings in Des Moines pay?
A local median appears once at least 5 listings from at least 3 employers in Des Moines disclose annual pay, with no single employer above 40% of them. For reference, the national median wage for nurse practitioners is $132,300 (BLS OEWS, Nurse Practitioners (29-1171), median annual wage, May 2025).
What kinds of NP roles are listed in Des Moines?
Listings in Des Moines include Full-Time, Psychiatric Mental Health and Outpatient roles.
Which employers are hiring NPs in Des Moines?
3 employers each have one active NP listing in Des Moines. Ascension Recovery Services (1), Compassus (1) and LifeStance Health (1).
What license do I need to practice in Des Moines?
AANP classifies Iowa as a full practice state. Iowa NPs have independent practice and prescriptive authority. Iowa is a Nurse Licensure Compact member. The compact covers the RN license beneath your APRN credential. The APRN license itself is still issued by Iowa. APRN licensure is issued by the Iowa Board of Nursing. Check the board's current checklist before accepting a role, because requirements and fees change.