RN-Geropsychiatric

UnityPoint Health • Dubuque, IA

75d

About The Position

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most – Become an RN in Geropsych! Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse looking to combine clinical expertise with meaningful patient connections? Join our Geropsychiatric team and provide care that supports the mental health, dignity, and well-being of older adults. Seize this opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference in patients’ lives!

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Must obtain BSN within 12 years of hire)
• Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within three (3) months from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for geriatric psychiatric patients.
• Monitor and document patient progress, behaviors, and responses to interventions.
• Provide patient and family education to support understanding of treatment plans and recovery goals.
• Promote safety by implementing de-escalation strategies, crisis intervention, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 for Full-Time positions
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401K matching
• Employee recognition program
• Dental and health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Pet insurance
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree