RN Mental Health

UnityPoint Health; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

UnityPoint-St. Luke's in Sioux City, IA is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for the Behavioral Health Unit, evenings 3pm-11pm.

You will coordinate patient care using the nursing process and collaborate with the care team to ensure safe, effective and compassionate care. The role requires completion of an accredited nursing program with a valid Iowa RN license, BCLS certification, and stroke education within orientation.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited nursing program and possess a valid nursing license for the state of Iowa.
• BCLS Certification required.
• Completion of stroke education prior to end of orientation and annually.

Responsibilities

• Delegates nursing care activities and monitors care provided by the team in accordance with patient needs and qualifications.
• Creates a positive work environment by mentoring staff and collaborating with team to improve quality and care outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with policies, safety goals, infection prevention and risk management procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patient lifting

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

• Department: Behavioral Health Unit- SLRMC
• Shift: evening 3-11
• Job ID: 187498

• Area of Interest: Nursing
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.4
• Department: Behavioral Health Unit- SLRMC
• Shift: evening 3-11
• Job ID: 187498

Overview

UnityPoint-St. Luke's

Hours: Part-Time 3pm-11pm

The RN is responsible for coordinating the care of patients and families that they care for utilizing the nursing process, and the skills that are part of their functions as a registered nurse. Summary of duties include: utilizing nursing knowledge for critical thinking, planning of care, evaluating response to care and planning for the needs of the patient and family.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Delegates nursing care activities and monitors care given by appropriate care team members in accordance with patient needs, and the team member’s professional capabilities and qualifications. Supports use of Evidenced Based Practice and incorporates best practices into daily care routine.
• Assists in creating a positive work environment by mentoring of staff/students, and working with team members to develop and facilitate initiatives to strive for positive outcomes in quality and care of patients. Effectively communicates with all team members, physicians, ancillary staff and all customers.
• Complies with all policies and procedures, and guides team members with compliance. Compiles with all safety goals, infection prevention and risk management policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education:

• Must have completed an accredited nursing program and possess a valid nursing license for the state of Iowa.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid nursing license
• BCLS Certification
• Completion of one hour of stroke education prior to the end of orientation and annually

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• Must be able to meet the competency of unit assigned to and also be able to successfully complete orientation.
• Ability to move and lift patients and use appropriate equipment.
• Must legally perform the essential functions of the job in accordance with the nurse practice act, able to demonstrate the necessary skills and competencies to include medication administration and nursing competencies.
• Ability to document information accurately.
• Effective interpersonal relationships and communication skills (verbal, non-verbal and written).
• Able to read, write, comprehend and speak English.