Registered Nurse Residency- Younker 7 Med/Surg- Methodist at UnityPoint Health

Des Moines, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing, Acute care, Patient care, Medical-surgical nursing, Evidence-based practice, Collaboration, Communication, Clinical assessment, Patient monitoring, Sepsis management, Pulmonary care, Diabetes management, Heart failure care, Electrolyte imbalance management

Industry

Description

Overview Full Time Nights, every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation 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. Younker 7 is a vibrant acute care unit specializing in patients with a wide range of medical diagnoses. Nurses on this floor care for individuals facing both acute and chronic conditions such as sepsis, pulmonary disorders, diabetes, heart failure, and electrolyte imbalances. This diversity offers a rich learning environment and the opportunity to develop expertise across multiple areas of medical care. What sets Younker 7 apart is its strong partnership with the Physician Internal Medicine Residency Program. This collaboration places the unit at the forefront of innovative patient care initiatives, making it an exciting place for nurses who value growth, education, and evidence-based practice. Teamwork and collaboration are the cornerstones of Younker 7. Nurses here are part of a supportive, forward-thinking team that thrives on communication, shared goals, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a unit where your voice matters and your skills are constantly evolving, Younker 7 is the place to be. 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 and RNs with less than 12 months of acute RN experience at the time of application are required to participate in the RN Residency program. 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 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 or less than 12 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 provides direct patient care for individuals with acute and chronic medical conditions within a collaborative team environment. They are responsible for maintaining a practice environment that adheres to the ANA Code for Nurses and the UnityPoint Health Professional Nurse Practice Model.