Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse Virtual Interview Event | Dubuque, IA
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Now hiring Medical-Surgical Registered Nurses—make a difference throughout every stage of recovery!

UnityPoint Health is seeking compassionate, skilled Registered Nurses to join our Medical-Surgical team in Dubuque. This role offers the opportunity to care for patients with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions in a fast-paced, supportive hospital environment. An ideal candidate demonstrates strong assessment skills, organization, adaptability, and a commitment to safe, patient-centered care.

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Open position: Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN)

Sign-on bonus: $10,000

Shift: Days or nights, 7 a.m.–7 p.m. or 7 p.m.–7 a.m., with weekend and holiday rotation.

Role Details

Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

The Medical-Surgical RN provides individualized care for patients with diverse medical and surgical needs, completing assessments, administering medications and treatments, monitoring changes in condition, and supporting recovery and discharge planning. The nurse coordinates closely with physicians and the interdisciplinary team while educating patients and families about diagnoses, procedures, medications, and ongoing care needs.

Why Medical-Surgical Nursing

Medical-surgical nursing offers the opportunity to build a broad clinical foundation while caring for patients with varied diagnoses and needs. You will strengthen your assessment, prioritization, and care-coordination skills in a collaborative environment where every day brings new opportunities to learn and make a meaningful impact.

Who We Are Seeking

Compassionate, organized Registered Nurses who demonstrate strong assessment skills, adaptability, time management, and communication. Successful candidates are comfortable balancing multiple priorities, recognizing changes in patient condition, collaborating across disciplines, and helping patients and families feel informed throughout their care experience.

Ready to make a difference throughout every stage of recovery? Register today to reserve your virtual interview time and learn more about joining the UnityPoint Health medical-surgical team in Dubuque. UnityPoint Health is an equal opportunity employer.

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.

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for medical-surgical patients

• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes

• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, procedures, and discharge instructions

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies

• Uphold safety standards and infection control protocols

Education: 

• Graduate of accredited nursing program (Must obtain BSN within 5 years of hire)

Certification/License: 

• Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa
• Must posesses and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within three (3) months from hire date

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team with FOCUS VALUES that Foster Unity, Champion Excellence, Seize Opportunities, and Owns the Moment with our team members and our patients in every interaction.