Job descriptionArea of Interest : Nursing\nSign On Bonus : $10,000\nFTE / Hours per pay period : 0.8\nDepartment : SN Visits- HC- SL\nShift : 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 30 PM / Days\nJob ID : 173708\n\nOverview\n\n$10,000.00 New Hire Sign-On Bonus!\n\nShift : Monday - Friday | 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM (+ call / weekends / holidays)\n\nWhy should you consider starting your RN Career in Home Care?\nUnityPoint at Home understands that new nurses need more on-the-job training than experienced nurses. You will have that and more in the UnityPoint at Home Residency Program which has been created to build on the skills you have learned in school and through clinicals while also allowing for an individualized preceptor experience.\nHome care nurses work one-on-one with patients, many for a long time. You'll have the opportunity to know your patients, which helps you to provide the best care. Your patients will be in their homes, where they are comfortable and receptive to your suggestions.\nThe UnityPoint at Home Nurse Residency program has dedicated preceptors who help you smoothly transition from a student nurse to a competent and confident professional RN.\nThe Nurse Residency Program helps you grow along with other new RNs in your cohort, and meet regularly with experienced mentors, to offer support and socialization into your new role.\nThe changing needs of your patients and their conditions mean that you'll be utilizing a variety of skills . If the patient is new, you'll begin with assessments and create their care plan. As you progress in our Residency Program, your experience increases and from there you'll gain autonomy in deciding the best care for each patient.\nUpon completion of the program, Nurse Residents will be awarded 36 hours of continuing education credit through the Iowa Board of Nursing\n\nVisit https : / / youtu.be / A9zQ0CHcTDc to hear more from our team members about our Nurse Residency Program.\n\nProgram Highlights\nA 12-month program to smooth transition into practice.\nA series of thoughtfully developed classes that will enhance skills in critical thinking, assessment, leadership and clinical decision making.\nParticipation in this program is a part of the regular work assignment.\nClassroom instruction specific to the clinical area using a focused case study approach to learning.\nClinical Experience under the guidance of an experience Preceptor.\nOngoing continuing education and professional development opportunities.\nDedicated nurse educators are available both during and following the program.\n\nNurse Resident Required Program Participation during the 12 month program : \nSIM Labs\nMonthly educational seminars\nMeeting touchpoints as scheduled\nCompletion of Residency Project\nCompletion of Residency Portfolio\n\nWhy UnityPoint Health?\n\nAt 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.\n\nOur 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 : \nExpect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.\nDental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.\nEarly access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.\n\nWith 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. \n\nAnd, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.\n\nFind a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.\n\nResponsibilities\nMakes visits to the homes of patients requiring home health nursing services and assumes responsibility for an ongoing interdisciplinary assessment of the patient.\nPerforms initial and comprehensive assessments on all patients in accordance with agency policies and procedures.\nPerforms nursing assessment at each visit in accordance with agency policies and procedures.\nEnsures quality and safe delivery of services to patients according to the care plan.\nUses equipment and supplies safely, effectively, and efficiently.\n\nQualifications\n\nEducation : \nGraduate of State Board approved program for Registered Nurses.\n\nLicensure / Certifications : \nCPR : Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification.\nValid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state and / or organizational requirements.\n\nApply Today!\nReady to take the next step in your healthcare career? Apply now to join our team + make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve through compassionate care.\n\n#UPaHomeNursing