Wade E. Johnson, NP

Wade Johnson, DNP, ARNP, is a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in critical care at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center. Conditions he frequently treats include:Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)Asthma (including severe and uncontrolled asthma)Acute and chronic respiratory failurePneumonia (community-acquired and hospital-acquired)Pulmonary hypertensionInterstitial lung diseaseLung nodules and abnormal chest imagingSleep-related breathing disorders (including obstructive sleep apnea)Sepsis and septic shockCritical illness requiring intensive care managementWade is deeply committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care while truly listening to your concerns. He believes the best outcomes in health care come from a strong partnership with you that's based on trust, clear communication and respect.Wade served 20 years in the Army National Guard and has over 11 years of nursing experience in both emergency room and critical care medicine, which allows him to care for patients across a wide range of acute and complex conditions. He strives to explain complex medical issues in a clear, understandable way so you feel informed and empowered in your care.Outside of work, he enjoys golfing and spending time with his wife, three boys and mini-goldendoodle, Lucy.

Johnson, NP is board certified in Critical Care, American Association Of Critical-Care Nurses. Johnson, NP is currently accepting new patients.