RN - Behavioral Health

Area of Interest : Nursing

FTE / Hours per pay period : .01

Department : Behavioral Counselng-Lakevw PB

Shift : .01

Job ID : 171726

Overview

UnityPoint Clinics

Specialty Nurse - RN

Lakeview Behavioral Counseling

West Des Moines, IA

PRN - As Needed - hours between Mon-Fri 8-5

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

We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Specialty Clinic Nurse to provide direct patient care in a specialized clinical setting. You will collaborate with physicians and medical staff to ensure quality care for patients with specific medical needs, while promoting patient safety and comfort.

Provide direct care to patients, including assessments, treatments, and medication administration.

Assist physicians during exams, procedures, and diagnostic tests.

Educate patients on their conditions, treatments, and self-care.

Document patient interactions and care in the EHR system.

Monitor patient conditions, respond to changes, and ensure a safe environment.

Support patient flow, including scheduling and follow-ups.

Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans.

Qualifications

Current RN license in IOWA

1+ years of clinical experience (outpatient / primary care preferred)

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification (ACLS a plus) / Mandatory reporter

Strong communication and patient care skills

Comfortable with EHR systems and multitasking

Ability to lift and assist patients as needed

Standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods