Clinic RN - Blank Developmental Center - Pulver Center

UnityPoint Health•West Des Moines, IA

11d

About The Position

Overview Join Our Mission at the STAR Center! At the Blank Children's STAR (Support Teams for Achieving Resilience) Center , we believe every child deserves a happy, healthy childhood. Our team provides trauma-sensitive, child-friendly care to help children and adolescents build resiliency and thrive. We’re seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children impacted by traumatic stress and adverse experiences. As part of our expert team, you’ll collaborate with professionals in child health, development, and welfare to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care in a supportive environment. Why Work With Us? Be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to improving children’s health and well-being. Work in a unique, trauma-informed setting designed for kids and teens. Enjoy a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to care. Your Impact: Help children get back on the path to a brighter future by providing exceptional nursing care that supports healing and resilience. Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join us in creating hope and health for every child. 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.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited nursing program.
One year nursing experience .
Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa.

Responsibilities

Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate lega l record of patient’s care .
Utilizes critical thinking in making independent judgement, and maintains responsibility and accountability for the knowledge of condi tions of assigned patients.
Assesses needs of patients and families, providing appropriate teaching and making the necessary referrals to provide continuity of care.
Continues professional development by involvement in professional activities that enhance nursing practice by sharing knowledge thro ugh networking and research.
Utilizes a holistic approach (considering bio-psychosocial, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria) appropriate to the age of the patients and families served in the assigned service area .
Delegates and provides direction for other healthcare providers and holding them accountable for their invo lvement in the plan of care.
Consistently delivers high quality care utilizing the nursing process while demonstrating knowledge and clinical skills of the specialty on assigned unit in accordance with established policies and procedu res and standards of care .
Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
Integrates and demonstrates CORE values and Expectations for Personal and Service Excellence to guide professional behaviors, while adhering to the policies and procedures of UPHDM.
Balance team and individual responsibilities; be open and objective to other’s views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to positive team goals; and put the success of t he team above own interests.
Demonstrates the knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately .