RN-5N Medical/Surgical

UnityPoint Health; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) matching

Employee recognition program

Dental and health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the 5 Medical department in Dubuque, Iowa. The ideal candidate will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for medical-surgical patients while collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Graduate of an accredited nursing program is required, with a BSN to be obtained within five years of hire. This position offers a robust benefits package, including paid time off and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Must obtain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within three months of hire.
• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for medical-surgical patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with hospital policies.
• Uphold safety standards and infection control protocols.

Skills

Nursing care assessment

Collaboration with healthcare professionals

Patient education

Documentation compliance

Infection control

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

BSN within 5 years

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Overview

Shift: Days, 7:00 am - 7:00 pm, for 72 hours per pay period. There is a holiday and every third weekend rotation.

Sign‑On Bonus: $10,000

Job ID: 183103

FTE/Hours per pay period: .90

Department: 5 Medical

Area of Interest: Nursing

Benefits

• Paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short‑ and long‑term disability and more. Pet insurance is also available.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for medical‑surgical patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, procedures, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies.
• Uphold safety standards and infection control protocols.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (must obtain a BSN within 5 years of hire).

Certification/License:

• Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa.
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain it within three (3) months from hire date.