Why UnityPoint Health?    

Commitment to our Team – 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.    

Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an 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.     

• Caring is what we do, and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally.  
• You can only give your best when you feel your best, and we help you live well with dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members to give you peace of mind.   
• We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest, and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you.  

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – At UnityPoint Health, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Our collective goal is to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected.   

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.    

Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at  https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org 

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.

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.

• Current License to Practice, RN (State of Iowa).
• High school diploma.
• BLS and Mandatory Reporter.
• Prior neruology experience preferred.

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.