Registered Nurse Residency- Blank Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) - JUL at UnityPoint Health

Des Moines, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Neonatal Intensive Care, Patient Care, Evidence-Based Practices, Family-Centered Care, Critical Care, Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration, Nursing Regulations Compliance, Professional Development, Advanced Care Delivery

Industry

Description

Overview Full-Time Nights 7pm-7:30am, every fourth weekend and holiday rotation - JULY START Now Offering a Limited-Time $20,000 RN Sign-On Bonus!UnityPoint Health – Des Moines is offering a $20,000 sign-on bonus for full-time eligible RNs (Including Residents) hired or offered into acute inpatient roles between April 1 and July 31, 2026, paid in milestone-based installments. Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000 for full-time offers when relocating more than 50 miles. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of our tiniest patients? At Blank Children’s Hospital, our NICU is a place of hope, healing, and advanced care for newborns who need specialized attention. We’re looking for dedicated RNs who want to be part of a team that combines cutting-edge technology with compassionate care. Why Choose Blank Children’s NICU? Level IV NICU: Work in one of the most advanced neonatal units, caring for critically ill and premature infants. Collaborative Environment: Join a multidisciplinary team of neonatologists, respiratory therapists, and nurses who support each other every step of the way. Professional Growth: Access continuing education, certification support, and leadership development opportunities. State-of-the-Art Facility: Utilize the latest equipment and evidence-based practices to deliver exceptional care. Culture of Compassion: We believe in family-centered care, ensuring parents are partners in their baby’s journey. Make a difference where it matters most. Join Blank Children’s NICU and help give every baby the best possible start in life. 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. Responsibilities Applications are accepted year round, but we encourage you to apply during your last semester of nursing school. Start dates are dependent on licensure, onboarding, unit availability as well as your personal preference. All newly licensed RNs with less than six months of acute RN experience at the time of application are required to participate in the RN Residency program. Newly licensed nurses must apply for Registered Nurse Residency. How to Apply: All candidates, including current staff, should apply by completing an online application for the Nurse Residency Position. Reminder: Items needed to complete your application are: Online Application to Nurse Residency Position. Resume Student Stipend - Request Responsibilities: Successfully functions as a Registered Nurse as defined in Iowa Nursing Regulations and Practice Act. Provides nursing care for patients and families and maintains a practice environment that reflects the ANA Code for Nurses, Philosophy of Nursing at UnityPoint Health-Des Moines within the structure of the Professional Nurse Practice Model and in collaboration with other care givers. For more information about the program and specific details please go to https://www.unitypoint.org/desmoines/nurse-residency-program.aspx or if you have questions specific to your application or documents, please contact the Nurse Residency Program at 515-241-6864 Qualifications Education: Graduate of accredited nursing program. License(s)/Certification(s): Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa. Experience: Newly licensed nurse within the last six months or less than six months acute RN experience. Other: Level 3 Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Completion of residency program within the first 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will successfully function according to Iowa Nursing Regulations and Practice Act, providing nursing care for patients and families. This care must be maintained within a practice environment reflecting the ANA Code for Nurses and the UnityPoint Health-Des Moines Philosophy of Nursing.