Registered Nurse Residency- Younker 5 Renal/Uro/Transplant- Methodist

Area of Interest:Nursing Sign On Bonus:$20,000 FTE/Hours per pay period:0.9 Department:Med/Surg Y5- Meth Shift:Full-Time Days or Nights, every third weekend and holiday rotation Job ID:179787OverviewFull-Time Days or Nights, every third weekend and holiday rotationNow Offering a Limited-Time $20,000 RN Sign-On Bonus!UnityPoint Health - Des Moines is offering a$20,000sign-on bonus forfull-timeeligible RNs (Including Residents)hired or offeredinto acute inpatient roles betweenApril 1 and July 31, 2026, paid in milestone-based installments. Relocation Assistance:Up to$10,000for full-time offers when relocatingmore than 50 miles.Join our dynamic 22-bed unit specializing inRenal, Transplant, and Urology carefor medical-surgical patients. As theonly transplant center in Central Iowa , we take pride in delivering exceptional care to this unique patient population. Our team thrives on collaboration, offering amultidisciplinary, patient-centered approachfocused on achieving the best outcomes and ensuring safe, seamless discharge plans.Why Younker 5? Be part of ahighly skilled, mission-driven teamcommitted to excellence. Gain specialized expertise in transplant care with theopportunity to become transplant certifiedthrough the American Board of Transplant Certification after 12 months of hire. Work in an environment that valuesgrowth, teamwork, and innovationin patient care. If you're passionate about making a difference and advancing your career in a specialized field,Younker 5 is the place for you!Why UnityPoint Health?At UnityPoint Health, you matter.We'reproud 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 stageyou'rein.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 accessto earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoptionassistanceto 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.ResponsibilitiesApplications are accepted year round, but w e encourage you to apply during your last semester of nursing school.Start dates are dependent on licensure, onboarding, unit availability as well as your personal preference.All newly licensed RNs and RNs with less than 12 months of acute RN experience at the time of application are required to participate in the RN Residency program.How to Apply: All candidates, including current staff, should apply by completing an online application for the Nurse Residency Position.Reminder:Items needed to complete your application are: Online Application to Nurse Residency Position. Resume Student Stipend - RequestResponsibilities: Successfully functions as a Registered Nurse as defined in Iowa Nursing Regulations and Practice Act. Provides nursing care for patients and families and maintains a practice environment that reflects the ANA Code for Nurses, Philosophy of Nursing at UnityPoint Health-Des Moines within the structure of the Professional Nurse Practice Model and in collaboration with other care givers.For more information about the program and specific details please go tohttps://www.unitypoint.org/desmoines/nurse-residency-program.aspxor if you have questions specific to your application or documents, please contact the Nurse Residency Program at 515-241-6864QualificationsEducation: Graduate of accredited nursing program. License(s)/Certification(s): Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa. Experience: Newly licensed nurse or less than 12 months acute RN experience. Other: Level 3 Medium Work:Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of forcefrequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Completion of residency program within the first 12 months of employment.