Staff Nurse - Adult Psychiatry Unit (1JPE) 50-90%25
About The Position
This state-of-the-art unit design features private rooms, natural light-filled spaces, open nurses’ station, and exercise rooms. Innovative technology has been integrated into this space to promote a safe environment for staff members and patients. John Pappajohn Pavillion (1JPE) is a 4-bed inpatient unit with 4 beds for adults experiencing psychiatric symptoms related to mood disorders, thought disorders and, in some cases, co-occurring intellectual disabilities with psychiatric overlay. Patients are the most acutely ill and tend toward more dysregulated behavior than other adult units. Behavior management plans are supported by psychology professionals. The unit is routinely staffed with Registered Nurses, Psychiatric Nursing Assistants, and Behavioral Health Consultants within a treatment team that includes therapists, physicians, and social workers.
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree in Nursing, a Diploma in Nursing, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader or a Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) is required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members.
- General computer skills.
- Current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required by date of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Masters Degree in Nursing is highly desired.
- If Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program is desirable.
- Knowledge of university and hospital policies and procedures is desired.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care to adult patients with psychiatric symptoms related to mood disorders, thought disorders, and co-occurring intellectual disabilities.
- Implement behavior management plans supported by psychology professionals.
- Collaborate with a treatment team including therapists, physicians, and social workers.
- Work within a unit staffed with Registered Nurses, Psychiatric Nursing Assistants, and Behavioral Health Consultants.
Benefits
- Sign-on incentive of up to $12,500 based on experience
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation
- Sick leave
- Health, dental, life and disability insurance options
- Generous employer contributions into retirement plans
- Relocation Assistant available to qualified applicants
- Pay Differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts
- Premium pay for additional shifts greater than 4 hours
- Inpatient differential of up to $10,000 per year based on percent time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
