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+ Area of Interest: Nursing

+ FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0

+ Department: Neurology- PB

+ Shift: 8am-5pm (vary depending upon clinic need)

+ Job ID: 169183

Overview

UnityPoint Clinics

Neurology Specialty Nurse - RN

Methodist Downtown Des Moines

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Full-time + benefits

**$5000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.

+ Competitive salary based on experience.

+ Comprehensive benefits plan with many perks.

+ Continuing education opportunities and professional development support.

+ A collaborative and supportive work environment.

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

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Neurology Specialty Nurse to join our neurology team at our Methodist hospital specialty clinic. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in neurology care, excellent assessment skills, and the ability to provide efficient and compassionate triage services to our patients. As a Neurology RN, you will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs, prioritizing care, and facilitating timely access to appropriate medical services.

+ Assess incoming patient calls and walk-ins based on the severity of symptoms and medical history.

+ Provide telephone triage, giving appropriate medical advice, and directing patients to the appropriate level of care.

+ Coordinate urgent and emergency care for patients experiencing acute neurological symptoms.

+ Communicate effectively with neurologists and other healthcare providers to relay patient information and facilitate timely interventions.

+ Educate patients and their families about neurological conditions, treatment plans, and self-care strategies.

+ Document all patient interactions, assessments, and care plans accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) system.

+ Monitor and follow up on patients’ progress and response to treatment.

Qualifications

+ Current License to Practice, RN (State of Iowa).

+ High school diploma.

+ BLS and Mandatory Reporter.

+ Prior neruology experience preferred.

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