• RN - Behavioral Health

    UnityPoint Health (Des Moines, IA)


    + Area of Interest: Nursing

    + FTE/Hours per pay period: .8

    + Department: Powell CDC

    + Shift: 2 week rotation, (week 1- 7:00 am-3:00pm Monday, Friday, Saturday, Tue. 2:30-10:30) (week 2 - 7:00am-3:00 pm Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Monday 2:30 -10:30 )

    + Job ID: 168329

     

    Overview

     

    Registered Nurse - Powell Chemical Dependency Center- Lutheran

     

    UnityPoint Health Des Moines

     

    Shift: Full-time 32 hours per week- 2 week rotation, (week 1- 7:00am-3:00pm Monday, Friday, Saturday, Tue. 2:30pm-10:30pm) (week 2 - 7:00am-3:00 pm Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Monday 2:30pm -10:30pm)

     

    Shift differentials available for qualifying shifts

     

    Benefits Eligible

     

    Powell Chemical Dependency Center (CDC), located at Iowa Lutheran Hospital, is a safe and supportive setting where individuals can face their drug and alcohol abuse and learn to recover. We offer services to adults, age 18 and older. Powell CDC allows individuals to work with their families and significant others to rebuild their lives and the lives of others affected by the uncertainty, pain, loss, helplessness and fear created by drug abuse. It is possible to live life substance free. Powell Chemical Dependency Center is licensed through the Bureau of Substance Abuse with the State of Iowa Department of Health and Human Services.

     

    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

    Clinical Excellence/Patient Education

     

    + Assesses needs of patients and families, providing appropriate teaching and making the necessary referrals to provide continuity of care.

    + Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient’s care.

     

    Clinical Excellence/Patient Care

     

    + Provides care and medication as directed by physician and/or nurse practitioner and documents delivery in EPIC. Utilizes critical thinking in making independent judgment, and maintains responsibility and accountability for the knowledge of conditions of assigned patients.

     

    Care Coordination

     

    + Demonstrates the knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately

    Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements:

    + Graduate of accredited nursing program

    + 6 months of hospital clinical experience or demonstrated clinical efficiency.

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

    + Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as outlined per policy or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire

    + Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

    Preferred Experience:

    + Previous experience working in a mental health or substance abuse treatment setting is preferred

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    + Must be able to compute algebraic equations.

    + Writes, reads comprehends and speaks fluent English.

    + Must be able to work independently and assume responsibility for timely completion of assigned functions.

    + Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.

    Other:

    + Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.