Specialty Nurse

UnityPoint Health•Ankeny, IA

49d•Onsite

About The Position

The Specialty Registered Nurse (RN) in our OB/GYN clinic provides high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to individuals across the reproductive lifespan. The RN supports providers in delivering obstetric, gynecologic, and reproductive healthcare services while ensuring a safe, welcoming, and compassionate environment for all patients. This role involves direct patient care, clinical coordination, patient education, and partnership with a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Iowa.
Graduation from an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).
BLS certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
Strong communication, assessment, and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to provide empathetic, confidential, and patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in OB/GYN, women's health, labor & delivery, or perinatal nursing.
Experience with electronic health records (EHR), preferably Epic or similar systems.
Certification in obstetric or women's health nursing (RNC-OB, C-EFM, or similar).

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care during OB/GYN exams, procedures, and treatments, including prenatal visits, contraception counseling, infertility evaluations, and gynecologic care.
Obtain and document patient health histories, vital signs, intake information, and relevant medical data.
Assist providers with in-office procedures such as Pap smears, colposcopy, IUD insertion/removal, endometrial biopsies, NSTs, and obstetric ultrasounds (if trained).
Perform telephone triage using evidence-based protocols; assess patient concerns and determine appropriate care actions.
Coordinate care for OB patients, including follow-up communication, test results, care plan updates, and prenatal education.
Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and supplies following infection-control and safety standards.
Administer medications and injections as ordered, including vaccinations and hormone therapy.
Support smooth clinic flow by managing schedules, assisting with walk-ins, and collaborating closely with physicians, CNMs, NPs, and MAs.
Document care accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) according to clinic and regulatory requirements.
Provide education on pregnancy, postpartum care, contraception, menstrual health, menopause, and other reproductive health topics.
Promote patient understanding of diagnoses, procedures, medications, and follow-up plans.
Support diverse patient populations with respect, cultural sensitivity, and trauma-informed care practices.
Comply with all state nursing laws, professional standards, HIPAA requirements, OSHA regulations, and clinic policies.
Participate in quality improvement projects and initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and clinic efficiency.
Maintain up-to-date clinical competencies and continuing education in OB/GYN nursing.