Registered Nurse Residency- Younker 8 Medical/Respiratory- Methodist

Job Details Shift: Full‑Time Nights 7pm‑7:30am, every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation Job ID: 181154 Area of Interest: Nursing Sign On Bonus: $20,000 (available for full‑time RNs hired between April 1 and July 31, 2026) Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000 for full‑time offers relocating more than 50 miles FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9 Department: Med/Surg Y8 – Meth Overview UnityPoint Health – Des Moines is offering a $20,000 sign‑on bonus for full‑time eligible registered nurses (including residents) hired or offered into acute inpatient roles. The role is located in Younker 8, a fast‑paced, collaborative acute care medical unit that specializes in the treatment of respiratory conditions, diabetic ketoacidosis, and a broad spectrum of acute and chronic medical diagnoses. As an RN on Younker 8, you’ll be part of a highly engaged team that partners with the Physician Internal Medicine Residency Program, contributing to innovative care models and continuous improvement initiatives. Benefits Paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) matching, and an employee recognition program Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short‑term and long‑term disability, and pet insurance Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance Competitive total rewards program aligned with your needs and priorities Responsibilities Successfully function as a Registered Nurse as defined in Iowa Nursing Regulations and Practice Act Provide nursing care for patients and families, maintaining a practice environment that reflects the ANA Code for Nurses and UnityPoint Health Philosophy of Nursing Collaborate with other caregivers within the Professional Nurse Practice Model Participate in the RN Residency Program for newly licensed RNs or those with less than 12 months of acute RN experience Complete the residency program within the first 12 months of employment Adhere to Level 3 Medium Work requirements (exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects) Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited nursing program License(s)/Certification(s) Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa Experience Newly licensed nurse or less than 12 months of acute RN experience Other Level 3 Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects Completion of residency program within the first 12 months of employment Application Process Applications are accepted year round. Applicants should submit an online application for the Nurse Residency Position and resume. Contact the Nurse Residency Program at View phone number on click.appcast.io for additional information. #J-18808-Ljbffr UnityPoint Health