Qualified candidates may be eligible for a minimum sign-on incentive of $5,000 based on years of experience! The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Nursing is seeking a Staff Nurse (RN) for the Ortho Unit (3RCE). The Ortho Unit is part of UIHC's Medical Surgical Services (MSS) division. 3RCE is a 32-bed adult orthopedics surgical unit. Unit staff provides care for patients who experience trauma, reconstructive joint surgery, spine surgery, hand surgery, foot surgery, amputations, sports injuries, skeletal traction, and wound care.
Percent of Time: 90%
Schedule: 36 hours per week, Night shift (unit leadership open to set days of the week; discuss during interview) Rotation: 36 hours weekend every 4 weeks, rotating holidays Location: Roy Carver Pavillion (RCP) Salary: $47,431 per year to commensurate *This does not include inpatient or shift differentials SEIU Pay Plan: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan
Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Education Required
An 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
Experience Required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions
General computer skills are required, including proficiency in managing multiple databases including Microsoft Excel
Current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required by date of hire
Desirable Qualifications :
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing is highly desired
If Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program is desirable
A resume is required as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Rob Wall at robert-wall@uiowa.edu.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.