Staff Nurse - Burn Unit - Day/Night
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on10, South Gilbert Street, Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, 52240, United States
About the Team
University of Iowa Health Care is recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States and stands as Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and regional referral center. More than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together daily to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.
About the Role
You will join the Burn Treatment Center and Intermediate Care Unit (8 JCP), a 17-bed facility designated as a Level I Burn Center by the American College of Surgeons since 1996. This unit is equipped with a state-of-the-art hydrotherapy room for burn and wound dressing care, a pediatric playroom, and a rehabilitation gym. The team cares for both adult and pediatric burn patients, as well as an adult trauma population requiring intermediate monitoring. The unit operates both inpatient and outpatient (Burn Clinic) facilities.
Beyond direct patient care, the staff provides burn outreach and education and annually hosts a Burn Camp for burn patient survivors. As a staff nurse, you will apply nursing theory to assess, diagnose, treat, and evaluate patient responses to health and illness. You will collaborate with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans, ensuring a safe environment for all while coordinating the continuum of care across settings.
Hiring Process
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. For questions or additional information, please contact Kylie Guy at kylie-guy@uiowa.edu. Please attach a resume as part of the application process. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Our Culture
We are committed to providing a supportive environment where excellence in patient care is the priority. Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants. For more information about the University of Iowa's culture and community, visit the "Why Iowa?" resources.
Work location
Work model: On-site
10, South Gilbert Street, Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, 52240, United States
Iowa City, Iowa
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssess patient health care preferences and expectations
- check_circleCollaboratively coordinate the continuum of care across settings
- check_circleImplement patient care plans and document interventions and patient responses
- check_circleIntegrate contributions of patients and families into multidisciplinary care plans
- check_circleDevelop and coordinate transfer and discharge planning throughout the episode of care
- check_circleImplement nursing interventions according to department policies to maintain a safe environment
- check_circleDevelop patient care plans based on patient condition and socioeconomic factors
- check_circleApply nursing theory to assess, diagnose, treat, and evaluate patient responses to health and illness
Requirements
- verifiedAssociate's Degree in Nursing, Diploma in Nursing, Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader, or Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) required
- verifiedCurrent license to practice nursing in Iowa required by date of hire
- verifiedExcellent written and verbal communication skills required
- verifiedGeneral computer skills required
Nice to Have
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Masters Degree in Nursing; active enrollment in a BSN program if a Baccalaureate degree is not yet obtained; previous healthcare experience with the Burn patient population; knowledge of University policies and procedures.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleSign-on incentive of up to $10,000check_circlePaid vacation and sick leavecheck_circleHealth, dental, life, and disability insurance optionscheck_circleGenerous employer contributions into retirement plansShift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Nursing Theory, Patient Care Plan, Nursing Diagnoses, Universal Precautions, Computer Skills, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Nursing, Burn Patient Population.
Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing required; Master's Degree in Nursing required.
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A Staff Nurse - Burn Unit - Day/Night at University of Iowa Research is responsible for the following: Assess patient health care preferences and expectations; Collaboratively coordinate the continuum of care across settings; Implement patient care plans and document interventions and patient responses; and Integrate contributions of patients and families into multidisciplinary care plans.
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To qualify for the Staff Nurse - Burn Unit - Day/Night at University of Iowa Research position, applicants should have: Associate's Degree in Nursing, Diploma in Nursing, Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader, or Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) required; Current license to practice nursing in Iowa required by date of hire; Excellent written and verbal communication skills required; and General computer skills required.
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Staff Nurse - Burn Unit - Day/Night at University of Iowa Research is based in 10, South Gilbert Street, Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, 52240, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Educational requirements for this role: Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing required; and Master's Degree in Nursing required.
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About University of Iowa Research
University of Iowa Research operates as a central hub for scientific inquiry and innovation within the Research Services industry, based in Iowa City, Iowa. Led by the Office of the Vice President for Research, the organization provides essential resources and administrative support to faculty, researchers, and innovators across the University of Iowa campus. Its primary mission involves facilitating new frontiers of discovery while fostering a creative environment that benefits the local community, the state of Iowa, and the global scientific landscape.
The entity manages and oversees various research initiatives, including the University of Iowa Research Foundation. This foundation serves as a key component of the broader research ecosystem, helping to translate academic discoveries into tangible outcomes. The organization supports a wide range of disciplines by connecting scholars with the necessary tools to advance their work. By maintaining a robust infrastructure for research activities, University of Iowa Research plays a vital role in sustaining the university's reputation for academic excellence and contributing to regional economic growth through innovation and knowledge creation.
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