- Overview UnityPoint Clinic Specialty RN - Registered Nurse Foot and Ankle Clinic - Sunnybrook Sioux City, IA Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM Full-time + benefits We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our foot and ankle clinic team.
- This is an excellent opportunity for nurses who are passionate about patient-centered care and interested in building or expanding their experience in orthopedic and podiatric health.
- In this role, you will support providers in assessing and triaging patient needs, assisting with treatment plans, and coordinating care for patients with a wide range of foot and ankle conditions.
- You will also provide patient and family education, helping individuals better understand their diagnoses, treatment options, and recovery plans.
- You’ll work closely with physicians and clinical staff in a collaborative, fast-paced outpatient setting focused on restoring mobility, improving function, and enhancing quality of life for our patients.
- Why UnityPoint Health?
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate incoming patient phone calls and messages to determine urgency of symptoms and appropriate next steps for foot and ankle conditions.
- Provide telephone triage and guide patients to the appropriate level of care or follow-up, including urgent orthopedic concerns.
- Assist in coordinating urgent and routine care for patients with acute and chronic foot and ankle injuries or conditions (e.g., fractures, sprains, post-operative concerns, infections).
- Communicate effectively with foot and ankle surgeons, providers, and clinical team members to ensure timely, coordinated patient care.
- Educate patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans, post-operative care, and rehabilitation strategies to support optimal recovery.
- Provide ongoing patient support and resources tailored to individual recovery needs and mobility goals.
- Accurately document all patient interactions, assessments, and care plans in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Track patient outcomes and coordinate follow-up appointments to ensure continuity of care and optimal healing progress.
Qualifications
Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa Experience: All levels of RN experience will be considered. Prior experience in foot and ankle or specialty care is a plus, but not required.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. For positions within UnityPoint Clinic, team members may be required to work at or to float to other locations to support optimized staffing
