Clinical Nurse (RN) - West Des Moines Internal Medicine Clinic

Clinical Nurse (RN) - West Des Moines Internal Medicine Clinic

West Des Moines, Iowa

Shifts: 4 10-hour days, 7:00 am-5:30 pm with Mondays OFF

$5000.00 sign on bonus for external candidates!

In this role, you will provide high-quality care to adult patients with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions. You will work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers to support patient care through assessments, treatments, and patient education. This role will work with a primary provider in the clinic, but perform team-based care as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct patient rooming, including taking vital signs, reviewing medical histories, and assisting with physical exams.
• Administer medications, injections, and vaccinations as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Provide wound care and other clinical procedures as needed.
• Perform routine diagnostic tests, including blood draws, EKGs, and point-of-care testing.
• Document patient interactions, treatments, and medications accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Educate patients and their families on managing health conditions, medications, and follow-up care.
• Coordinate care with other departments, specialists, and community resources as needed.
• Ensure exam rooms are prepared, stocked, and sanitized between patients.
• Assist in answering phone calls from patients regarding symptoms, medication refills, and follow-up care.

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa.
• Prior work experience in a clinical setting, preferably in internal medicine, primary care, or a related field.
• Proficiency with administering medications, providing patient education, and performing clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• BLS certification and Mandatory Reporter required.

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Commitment to our Team - We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members for the 3rd year in a row!
• Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.