The Iowa Clinic·Waukee, Iowa
Assess, monitor, and provide professional nursing care for patients in Pre/Post OR and Cath Lab settings. Support physicians by assisting with procedures, patient assessments, transfers, and education.
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Because as one clinic dedicated to exceptional care, we’re committed to exceeding expectations, showing compassion and collaborating to provide the kind of care most of us got into this business to deliver in the first place.
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Assess, monitor, and provide professional nursing care for patients under assigned physicians, following established nursing standards.
Support physicians in the ambulatory surgery center by assisting with procedures, patient assessments, transfers, and education in Pre/Post-Op and Cath Lab settings.Delivers patient care consistent with established professional nursing standards and surgery center policies and practices.
Gather pertinent medical history and provide concise instruction for pre-operative, PACU (postoperative anesthesia care unit) and post-operative care in the OR and Cath Lab while maintaining pace of abbreviated patient encounters and keeping patient flow in mind.
Observes patients for side effects of anesthesia and monitors patient`s level of consciousness throughout the sedation recovery.
Provides pre-operative and discharge instructions to patients including, but not limited to, diet, activity, medication reconciliation, and obtaining a post-operative appointment, if needed.
Assures education is provided to patients and their families regarding post-surgery care at home.
This job might be for you if… Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Two years nursing experience in an acute care hospital setting - Pre/Post Op OR or Cath Lab required. Required Licenses Current RN license to practice nursing in the State of Iowa. BLS and ACLS Required Know someone else who might be a great fit for this role? Share it with them! What’s in it for you One of the best 401(k) programs in central Iowa, including employer match and profit sharing Employee incentives to share in the Clinic’s success Generous PTO accruals and paid holidays Health, dental and vision insurance Quarterly volunteer opportunities through a variety of local nonprofits Training and development programs Opportunities to have fun with your colleagues, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, annual holiday party, drive-in movie night… we could go on and on Monthly departmental celebrations, jeans days and clinic-wide competitions Employee rewards and recognition program Health and wellness program with up to $350/year in incentives Employee feedback surveys All employee meetings, team huddles and transparent communication
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited school of nursing with two years of nursing experience in an acute care hospital setting, specifically in Pre/Post Op OR or Cath Lab. A current RN license to practice in Iowa, along with BLS and ACLS certifications, is required.
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.
