What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialty Nurse position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: Nursing
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
- Department: Foot & Ankle Sunnybrook
- Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00
- Job ID: 159125
Overview
UnityPoint Clinics
Specialty RN - Foot and Ankle Clinic
Sioux City, IA
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
**$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.
Responsibilities
Are you a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for foot and ankle care? UnityPoint Clinic is seeking a skilled Specialty RN to join our team. In this role, you will provide personalized care to patients with a variety of foot and ankle conditions, supporting them through treatment and recovery in a collaborative and patient-centered environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care in the foot and ankle specialty, including pre-operative, post-operative, and general care.
- Assist with clinical assessments, diagnostic testing, and treatment plans for foot and ankle conditions.
- Administer medications, injections, and other treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Educate patients on procedures, recovery expectations, and preventive care for foot and ankle health.
- Assist in wound care, dressing changes, and post-surgical follow-up for patients recovering from foot and ankle surgeries.
- Monitor patient progress and communicate any changes or concerns with the clinical team.
- Collaborate with orthopedic specialists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Maintain accurate patient records and adhere to all health and safety regulations.
Qualifications
- Current and unrestricted RN license in Iowa
- Experience in orthopedic nursing, specifically in foot and ankle care, preferred.
- Specialty certification in orthopedic nursing or related fields a plus.
- Strong clinical skills with experience in wound care and post-operative recovery.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide empathetic care.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
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.