Pediatric Registered Nurse — Impactful Family-Centered Care

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Dental and health insurance

Daily Pay

Job summary

Blank Children’s General Pediatrics Clinic, part of UnityPoint Health, is seeking a registered nurse to join a pediatric-focused team. This role involves providing patient-centered nursing care, coordinating plans, and educating families within a supportive, collaborative environment.

The position features full-time hours (32 hours/week, four days, with rotating Saturdays) in a pediatrics setting, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program.
• Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa.
• Level 3 Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Responsibilities

• Provides and coordinates nursing care to patients utilizing the nursing process.
• Completes documentation to assure an accurate record of patient’s care.
• Collaborates with physicians and other professionals in planning and implementing care within hospital policy and legal limitations.
• Assess needs of patients and families, provides appropriate teaching to facilitate discharge planning, and makes the necessary referrals to community agencies to provide continuity of care.
• Demonstrates professional development by keeping abreast of current nursing practice and healthcare trends.

Job description

Blank Children’s General Pediatrics Clinic, part of UnityPoint Health, is seeking a registered nurse to join a pediatric-focused team. This role involves providing patient-centered nursing care, coordinating plans, and educating families within a supportive, collaborative environment.

The position features full-time hours (32 hours/week, four days, with rotating Saturdays) in a pediatrics setting, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.