Stephanie Sparks, ARNP, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC

Stephanie Sparks, ARNP, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, is an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner practicing in Cardiology at the WCHC Cardiology Clinic at Washington County Hospital & Clinics (WCHC) in Washington, Iowa. Prior to her work in specialty care, she spent 10 years as a primary care provider at WCHC's Family Medicine Clinic.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Marycrest International University in Davenport, Iowa, and completed both her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Post-Master's Certificate (PMC) at Allen College in Waterloo, Iowa. Her extensive clinical background includes working in medical/surgical intensive care units at Mercy Hospital and the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Marshalltown Medical/Surgical Center, and Blessing Hospital.

Clinical Focus & Specialties

• Scope of Practice: Advanced cardiovascular care, acute and chronic disease management, and primary care.
• Primary Conditions Treated: Acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions, …cardiac disease management, and general adult health conditions.
• Targeted Interventions: Cardiovascular health assessments, acute care interventions, and long-term disease management.
• Professional Affiliations: Member of the American College of Nurse Practitioners and the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.

About Washington County Hospital & Clinics (WCHC)

Established in 1912 as the first rural county public hospital in Iowa and the nation, Washington County Hospital & Clinics is a critical access health system based in Washington, Iowa. The system provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services—including emergency care, surgical suites, rehabilitation, and an array of outreach specialty services—serving Southeast Iowa with a mission to deliver accessible, personalized, and patient-centered care.