What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Nurse - Waukee Pediatrics position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: Nursing
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9
- Department: Pediatrics- Waukee- DM
- Shift: Mon 730-5 Tues OFF Wed 730-5 Thurs 7-430 Fri 730-5
- Job ID: 156760
Overview
Clinical Nurse (RN) - Waukee Pediatrics
Waukee, Iowa
Mon 730-5 Tues OFF Wed 730-5 Thurs 7-430 Fri 730-5
**$5,000.00 Sign-on bonus for external candidates, paid over 12 months.
Responsibilities
Come join a great team, at a Top Place to Work in Healthcare!
This role involves working closely with physicians, patients, and their families to deliver comprehensive nursing care to children. The ideal candidate should have experience in pediatrics, strong communication skills, and a passion for working with children.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct patient assessments, take vital signs, and record patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Administer medications, vaccines, and other treatments as prescribed.
- Assist with examinations, procedures, and other clinical tasks alongside the pediatricians.
- Educate parents and guardians on care instructions, medications, and any specific needs related to their child’s health.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming clinic environment.
- Ensure strict adherence to infection control protocols and child safety standards.
- Provide comfort and emotional support to young patients and their families.
Qualifications
- RN License to Practice, State of Iowa.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) and medical office software.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinic environment and prioritize tasks.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) / Mandatory Reporter.
Why UnityPoint Health?
- Commitment to our Team – For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
- Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
- Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.
