Registered Nurse Jobs

The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Department of Human Services (DHS) merged on July 1, 2022, to form one agency, the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

Woodward Resource Center (WRC) is seeking Registered Nurses to join our team. These are full-time opportunities with starting pay dependent upon experience with a possible shift differential of $0.90 per hour for second shift and $1.00 per hour for third shift.

This position is eligible for a $3,000 recruitment payment. Speak to the Hiring Manager for more information on eligibility.

The mission of Woodward Resource Center is to prepare and support individuals to live in the community of their choice. Discharge planning begins at admission.

As Part Of The WRC Team

• Physical assessments are performed and documented in IPR by the end of the shift on assigned individuals. Individuals who return from the Medical Center to the house will have assessments documented according to protocol.
• Complete medication administration monitoring according to Physical Nutritional Management Team guidelines.
• Illness and injury follow up and reassessment is completed according to nursing protocol.
• Provide ongoing training of direct care staff and other members of the IDT.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Complete assessments according to WRC protocol and procedure per assignment-this may include quarterly, MOSES, DISCUS, areas of risk, etc. Nursing care will be evaluated and documented according to protocol and procedure. This may include monthly reviews, annual ISP reports, etc.
• Use universal precautions 100% of the time for all anticipated contact with blood and body fluids. All potential exposures to blood and body fluids is reported according to procedures.
• Administer medications, enteral feedings, nebulizer treatments as assigned. Health care provider orders will be entered in the electronic order entry system and will be timely and accurate. Orders will be implemented according to policy and procedure. Medication Administration Records will be complete and accurate. Medication orders will be transcribed accurately according to policy and procedure.
• Monitor restraint use and maintain the Individual's safety by completing required assessments for each restraint use according to facility policy.

Enjoy the benefits of working for the State of Iowa.

Benefits

Below are some of the benefits the State of Iowa offers

The State of Iowa offers a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off and workplace opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

• Employee Discount Programs
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (medical and dependent care)
• Paid Holidays
• Competitive Health and Dental Package
• Retirement (IPERS and deferred compensation)

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HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).

Under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS’s) new vaccine mandate for healthcare workers (published on November 5, 2021 and affirmed by the United States Supreme Court on January 13, 2022), all potential employees of this facility must have received, at a minimum, the first dose of a primary series or a single dose vaccine OR have an approved religious or medical exemption (as determined by the agency) OR have documentation reflecting a temporary delay in vaccination (as determined by the agency in accordance with CDC allowances), prior to the start date. Candidates shall coordinate with agency staff to ensure all requirements are met before the individual provides any care, treatment, or other services for the facility and/or its clients.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

Additional Qualification Requirements

More information regarding the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing is available at the Nurse Licensure Compact

Review the provisions of the statute that authorized the creation of the Nurse Licensure Compact at Chapter 152E, Iowa Code .