Summary

Full-Time Nights 7pm-7:30am, every fourth weekend and holiday rotation (Winter 2027). Join our compassionate and dedicated team on our 27-bed General Pediatrics Unit, where we provide exceptional, family-centered care to children from infancy through adolescence. Our unit serves a diverse pediatric population with a wide range of medical conditions, including respiratory illnesses, gastrointestinal disorders, infectious diseases, post-operative recovery, and chronic health concerns. Nurses on our team play a vital role in delivering compassionate care, supporting families, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for our patients. Ideal candidates are adaptable, empathetic, and passionate about pediatric care. Previous pediatric experience is preferred, but we welcome nurses with a strong interest in working with children and a commitment to learning.

Job description

Overview

Full-Time Nights 7pm-7:30am, every fourth weekend and holiday rotation (Winter 2027). Join our compassionate and dedicated team on our 27-bed General Pediatrics Unit, where we provide exceptional, family-centered care to children from infancy through adolescence. Our unit serves a diverse pediatric population with a wide range of medical conditions, including respiratory illnesses, gastrointestinal disorders, infectious diseases, post-operative recovery, and chronic health concerns. Nurses on our team play a vital role in delivering compassionate care, supporting families, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for our patients. Ideal candidates are adaptable, empathetic, and passionate about pediatric care. Previous pediatric experience is preferred, but we welcome nurses with a strong interest in working with children and a commitment to learning.

Responsibilities

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.

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.

Qualifications

Graduate of accredited nursing program.
Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa.
Newly licensed nurse or less than 12 months acute RN experience.
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.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited nursing program
Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa
Newly licensed nurse or less than 12 months acute RN experience
Completion of residency program within the first 12 months of employment
Level 3 Medium Work: exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, 10 pounds constantly

Benefits

$20,000 RN Sign-On Bonus
Relocation Assistance up to $10,000
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Matching
Employee Recognition Program
Dental & Health Insurance
Paid Holidays
Short & Long-Term Disability
Pet Insurance
Daily Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption Assistance

Company overview

UnityPoint Health is a leading integrated non-profit health system serving communities across Iowa, western Illinois, and southern Wisconsin. As the nation's 13th largest nonprofit health system and fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health operates a comprehensive network of 18 regional hospitals, 17 community network hospitals, and over 400 clinics and healthcare facilities. The organization provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including primary care, specialty care, emergency services, surgical procedures, maternity care, cancer treatment, heart care, and home health services. Each year, UnityPoint Health serves nearly 8 million patient visits, performs approximately 100,000 surgeries, and delivers more than 20,000 babies. With more than 29,000 team members, the health system is recognized for its coordinated care approach, shared electronic medical record system, and commitment to making healthcare easier and more personal for patients. UnityPoint Health has been consistently recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for four consecutive years, reflecting its strong organizational culture and commitment to team member development.