Night Shift Psychiatric Nursing Assistant I

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing seeks a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant to support the Nursing team in patient care under RN supervision on the Adult Psychiatry Unit (2JPW).

The 22-bed unit specializes in thought disorders and co-occurring mental illness, offering services tailored to complex psychiatric needs. The role emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork within a diverse clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Reads, writes, and follows instructions.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential is required.
• Strong written communication skills and customer service experience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients, families and the care team.
• Assist in planning patient care suitable for patient condition and age.
• Document patient behavior factually and report to the RN.
• Maintain patient safety and provide basic physical care.
• Supervise patients during activities and respond to potential crises.
• Assist with personal hygiene and daily living activities.
• Take vital signs (temp, pulse, BP).
• Clean equipment and patient areas; prepare rooms for admission.
• Transport patients and equipment as needed.
• Stock patient rooms and nursing unit; CPR as required.

Skills

Reading and writing

Written communication

Customer service

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing seeks a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant to support the Nursing team in patient care under RN supervision on the Adult Psychiatry Unit (2JPW).

The 22-bed unit specializes in thought disorders and co-occurring mental illness, offering services tailored to complex psychiatric needs. The role emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork within a diverse clinical setting.