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Registered Nurse Residency- Orthopedics- 3 West

West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319

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About The Job

Area of Interest: Nursing

Sign On Bonus: $10,000

FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9

Department: Orthopedic 3- West

Shift: Full time nights; every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation

Job ID: 174954

Overview Shift: Full Time | 7pm-7:30am weekend and holiday rotation. Sign‑On Bonus: $10,000 paid over 2 years. 3 West Ortho is a 34‑bed unit specializing in total hip and knee replacement patients, with a family atmosphere.

Benefits

Paid time off and parental leave

401K matching and employee recognition program

Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long‑term disability

Pet insurance

Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance

Responsibilities

Successfully functions as a Registered Nurse as defined in Iowa Nursing Regulations and Practice Act.

Provides nursing care for patients and families.

Maintains a practice environment reflecting the ANA Code for Nurses and UnityPoint’s Philosophy of Nursing.

Collaborates with other care givers within the Professional Nurse Practice Model.

All newly licensed RNs with less than six months of acute RN experience are required to participate in the RN Residency program.

Application accepted year‑round; start dates dependent on licensure, onboarding and unit availability.

How to Apply All candidates, including current staff, should apply by completing an online application for the Nurse Residency Position. Items needed: online application, resume, student stipend request.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa.

Newly licensed nurse within the last six months or less than six months acute RN experience.

Completion of residency program within the first 12 months of employment.

Level 3 Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, up to 10 pounds constantly.

Location

1200 Pleasant St. Des Moines, IA 50309

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