• Nurse Resident

    UnityPoint Health (Fort Dodge, IA)


    + Area of Interest: Nursing

    + Sign On Bonus: $10,000

    + FTE/Hours per pay period: .9

    + Department: Center for Acute Care - 3N

    + Shift: Full-time night shift

    + Job ID: 162150

     

    Overview

     

    UnityPoint Health Fort Dodge

     

    Shift: Full Time Nights

     

    Sign on bonus $10,000 paid over 2 years

     

    Shift differentials available for qualifying shifts

     

    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 with less than six months of acute RN experience at the time of application are required to participate in the RN Residency program. Newly licensed nurses must apply for the Registered Nurse Residency position.

    How to Apply:

    All candidates, including current staff, should apply by completing an online application for the Nurse Residency Position.

    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-Fort Dodge within the structure of the Professional Nurse Practice Model and in collaboration with other care givers.

    Qualifications

    Requirements:

    + Graduate of accredited nursing program.

    + Newly licensed nurse within the last 6 months.

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

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

    + Writes, reads, comprehends, and speaks fluent English.