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Nursing Services Director - Iowa Veterans Home

Salary

$78,041.60 - $120,036.80 Annually

Location

Marshalltown - 50158 - Marshall County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-03277

Agency

671 Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Home

Opening Date

05/27/2025

Closing Date

6/8/2025 11:59 PM Central

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Point of Contact

Kim-mee Paone 641-753-4543

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Job Description

The Iowa Veterans Home is seeking a professional Registered Nurse with long term care leadership experience to function as a high level nursing leader for the Ulery building.

TheNursing Services Directorsupervises the nursing leaders, who are responsible for the 24/7 supervision of all nursing staff in the Ulery building, while participating in planning, development and implementation of all staffing and resident care programs under the direction of the Administrator of Nursing. The NSD works the core hours of 8:00 A.M to 4:30 P.M. with 24 hour accountability and flexible scheduling to manage the needs of the Ulery building and provide leadership to their team.

What we offer as a full time Iowa Veterans Home employee:

+ Team oriented, positive work environment

+ Opportunity for professional growth and development

+ Paid time off (sick leave and vacation) plus nine paid holidays per year

Medical and Dental Insurance Benefits:

Monthly optional Medical Insurance Premium (Iowa Choice*) for 2025:

Single: $64/mo = employee share; $836/mo = state share

Family: $210/mo = employee share; $1,896/mo = state share

* National Choice option also available

Monthly optional Dental Insurance Premium for 2025:

Single: Free

Family: $46

+ Optional flexible spending accounts for health and dental expenses, and dependent care

+ $20,000 basic life insurance at no cost

+ Exceptional retirement package: IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System)

+ Optional 401(a) Plan with employee contribution: The State makes match contributions into the employee’s selection of investments in a 401(a) employer match account. The match is $1 for every $1 contributed up to a $75 monthly maximum.

+ Lactation rooms throughout our campus

+ Wellness Program: Onsite fitness center available to staff 24/7 for only $36 per year

*** All applicants are subject to a Criminal Background Check, Dependent Adult Abuse and Child Abuse Check

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and experience equal to three years of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience;

OR

graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Nursing and experience equal to one year of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience;

OR

an equivalent combination of the required education and experience, substituting one year of experience for thirty semester hours or equivalent of education; no substitution for three years of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience.

For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\_and\_pay/JobClassDescriptions/NursingServicesDirector-02035-82035.pdf)

Additional Qualification Requirements

Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. More information can be found atNurse Licensure Compact (https://nursing.iowa.gov/practice/nurse-licensure-compact)

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We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

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Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

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Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

+ No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

+ Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

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Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and experience equal to three years of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience;

+ I have not graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and experience equal to three years of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience;

+ I have graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and have experience equal to three years of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience;

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Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Nursing and experience equal to one year of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience

+ I have not graduated from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Nursing and experience equal to one year of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience;

+ I have graduated from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Nursing and experience equal to one year of full-time from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Nursing and experience equal to one year of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience;

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Do you have an equivalent combination of the required education and experience, substituting one year of experience for thirty semester hours or equivalent of education There is no substitution for three years of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience.

+ I do not have the an equivalent combination of the required education and experience where one year of experience is substituted for thirty semester hours or equivalent education There is no substitution for three years of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience.

+ I have an equivalent combination of the required education and experience, where one year of experience is substituted for thirty semester hours or equivalent of education There is no substitution for three years of full-time supervisory/management nursing experience.

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Are you licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

+ I am not licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

+ I am licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

671 Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Home

Address

1301 Summit St

Marshalltown, Iowa, 50158

Website

http://ivh.iowa.gov/

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