UnityPoint Health·Sioux City, Iowa
The RN is responsible for crafting personalized care plans and delegating nursing activities to the care team. They must ensure compliance with safety goals, infection prevention, and evidence-based practices while mentoring staff and students.
Delegates nursing care activities and monitors care given by appropriate care team members in accordance with patient needs, and the team member’s professional capabilities and qualifications. Supports use of Evidenced Based Practice and incorporates best practices into daily care routine. Assists in creating a positive work environment by mentoring of staff/students, and working with team members to develop and facilitate initiatives to strive for positive outcomes in quality and care of patients. Effectively communicates with all team members, physicians, ancillary staff and all customers. Complies with all policies and procedures, and guides team members with compliance. Compiles with all safety goals, infection prevention and risk management policies and procedures.
Education: Completion of an accredited nursing program. Certificate/License: Valid IA nursing license Basic Certified Life Support certification prior to hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within 6 months from date of hire, UNLESS ADT Nurse and not part of code blue team.Must obtain NIHSS education within 90 days of hire and maintain every two years thereafter. Completion of six hours of stroke education prior to the end of orientation and annually. Minimum Experience: New Grad to Experienced RN Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:: Basic computer knowledge. Successful completion of unit orientation and competencies. Must be able to communicate effectively and read, write, comprehend & speak English. Apply Today! Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply now to join our team and make an impact on patients’ lives in the Surg/Oncology Unit!
Candidates must have completed an accredited nursing program and hold a valid IA nursing license and BLS certification. ACLS, NIHSS education, and stroke education are required within specific timeframes post-hire.
Market context
In Iowa, RN roles in surgery and oncology are typically driven by hospital and specialty-unit staffing needs, especially where patients need coordinated perioperative and cancer care. These positions are competitive because employers look for an accredited nursing background, a valid Iowa RN license, BLS before hire, ACLS within six months, and stroke education or NIHSS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and highlight any surgical, oncology, or acute-care experience in your application.