Staff Nurse - Crisis Stabilization Unit (University Campus)

Staff Nurse - Crisis Stabilization Unit (University Campus) 50%-100% Sign-on incentive: Candidates are eligible for a sign-on incentive of up to $12,500 based on experience The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a Staff Nurse (RN) to join our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU)—a state‑of‑the‑art observation unit serving adults and adolescents experiencing psychiatric crisis. The CSU is a 17‑patient observation unit designed to provide immediate, therapeutic intervention for individuals in psychiatric crisis. The unit features an open‑concept milieu with a large central space equipped with comfortable reclining chairs rather than traditional hospital beds. Individual therapy rooms are located adjacent to the central living area to promote timely, patient‑centered care. The environment includes homelike amenities such as TVs, music, and web access, creating a calming and supportive setting that promotes stabilization and recovery. The Staff Nurse (RN) for the Crisis Stabilization Unit assesses patients' nursing care needs, evaluates effectiveness of care provided, and integrates nursing theory and research into clinical practice. Compensation and Schedule: Percent of Time: 50 - 100% Schedule: 20-40 hours per week dependent upon percentage of position. Rotating D/E/N shifts and rotating days off. 8 and/or 12‑hour shifts available. Weekend and holiday rotating assignments required. Orientation at 100% schedule (40 hours per week). Orientation duration may vary. Location: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa SEIU Pay Plan: Salary: $61,183 minimum at 100% effort to commensurate. Salary will vary based on years of experience and percent of effort. Pay Differentials: Shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Inpatient differential of up to $10,000 per year. Benefits Highlights: Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Relocation Assistant available to qualified applicants. Education Required: An Associate’s Degree in Nursing or a Diploma in Nursing is required. OR; Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader or a Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) is required. Licensure/Certification Requirements: License to practice nursing in the state of Iowa required by date of hire. Experience Requirements: Minimum of six months adult inpatient nursing experience or recent internship on an adult inpatient unit. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Proven capacity to function with a high degree of autonomy while actively collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team. Successful history in building/facilitating interpersonal relationships involving patients, families, colleagues, and student‑learners. General proficiency with computers. Desirable Qualifications: Previous nursing experience working with behavioral health patient population. Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Masters Degree in Nursing is highly desired. If Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program is desirable. 2+ years of previous RN experience in a Pediatric Psychiatric Hospital Unit OR Emergency Psychiatric Medicine experience. Adaptability to the unknown. Interest in creative problem solving for unique clinical care challenges. Ability to complete tasks autonomously and problem solve independently. Experience utilizing electronic medical records. Knowledge of University policies and procedures. Classification Title: Staff Nurse Schedule: Full‑time Work Modality Options: On Campus Equal opportunity employer The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences. Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr