UHS·Dubuque, Iowa
The Registered Nurse will assess, plan, and implement individualized nursing care for geriatric psychiatric patients. They will also collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate comprehensive care and promote patient safety through crisis intervention.
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Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for geriatric psychiatric patients. Monitor and document patient progress, behaviors, and responses to interventions. Provide patient and family education to support understanding of treatment plans and recovery goals. Promote safety by implementing de-escalation strategies, crisis intervention, and adherence to safety protocols. Collaborate with physicians, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care. For more information about the position, contact Courtney Eble, Healthcare recruiter, at courtney.eble@horizonhealth.com
Candidates must hold an active Iowa Registered Nurse license. Additionally, they must possess or obtain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within three months of hire.
Market context
In Iowa, nursing roles often stay competitive because healthcare employers need candidates who are already in an accredited RN program and hold required certifications such as BLS for Healthcare Providers and Mandatory Reporter training. This role may appeal to applicants seeking a monthly stipend plus licensure and board fee reimbursement. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; confirm your enrollment status, certifications, and training before applying.