UnityPoint Health

Specialty RN

Surgery Clinic - Penn Ave

Des Moines, IA

Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM

Full-time + benefits

$5,000 sign on bonus offered to external applicants

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.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Specialty Nurse (Registered Nurse) to join our dynamic surgery clinic team in Des Moines, IA. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in perioperative nursing, offering compassionate care throughout the surgical process—from preoperative assessments to postoperative recovery. This role is pivotal in ensuring optimal patient outcomes and maintaining a sterile, efficient surgical environment.

• Preoperative Care: Conduct thorough patient assessments, review medical histories, and provide education on surgical procedures and recovery expectations.

• Intraoperative Support: Assist the surgical team by maintaining sterile techniques, passing instruments, and monitoring patient vitals during procedures.

• Postoperative Monitoring: Oversee patient recovery, manage pain, and monitor for complications, ensuring a safe transition from anesthesia.

• Patient Education: Offer guidance to patients and families on postoperative care, including wound care, medication management, and activity restrictions.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely patient records, including surgical notes and postoperative evaluations.

• Collaboration: Work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure seamless surgical operations.

• Quality Assurance: Adhere to infection control protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements to uphold the clinic's high-quality care standards.

• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage surgical supplies and equipment, ensuring availability and compliance with safety standards.

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) acceptable.

• Licensure: Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Iowa.

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a surgical or perioperative nursing role; experience in an outpatient or ambulatory surgery center is advantageous.

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required; certification in perioperative nursing (CNOR) preferred.

• Skills: Strong clinical assessment abilities, excellent communication skills, proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR), and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.