Staff Nurse — Iowa City, IA at University of Iowa

About the Team

University of Iowa Health Care is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States, our mission is "Changing Medicine. Changing Lives." Each day, more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service.

The Heart and Vascular Center is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the best hospital in the state for cardiology and heart surgery patient care. This rating is based on patient outcomes, the number of high-risk patients seen, patient experience, and advanced clinical technologies.

About the Role

As a Vascular Staff Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to cardiovascular patients across our main campus, Iowa River Landing, and outreach sites. This position offers the unique opportunity to work closely with patients over the long term, building meaningful relationships while supporting their recovery and wellness journeys.

The Heart and Vascular Center offers outpatient nurses a distinct experience to continue utilizing their inpatient skills, including IV placement, wound care, suture/staple removal, and blood draws. You will function as a clinical staff nurse within the UI Heart and Vascular (HVC) outpatient team, collaborating with other services to coordinate testing and integrating patient and family contributions into multidisciplinary care plans.

Our clinic operates Monday through Friday and is closed on nights, weekends, and holidays. Hours are flexible, with 8 and 10-hour shifts available; schedules can be discussed during the hiring process.

Hiring Process

To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter, marking them as a "Relevant File" during submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be filled at any time after the posting period ends.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. Please note that this position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For additional questions, please contact Jordan Adam at jordan-adam@uiowa.edu or 319-384-5699.

Equal Opportunity

University of Iowa Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that all individuals bring to our team.

Work location

Work model: On-site

10, South Gilbert Street, Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, 52240, United States

Iowa City, Iowa

Key Responsibilities

check_circleFunction as clinical staff nurse within the outpatient cardiovascular team
check_circleManage transfer and discharge planning throughout the episode of care
check_circleServe as clinical preceptor to new nursing and agency staff
check_circlePerform patient intake, vital sign monitoring, and medication charting
check_circleConduct wound care, suture removal, and blood draws
check_circleCoordinate additional testing and schedule medical clearances
check_circleProvide clinical care across multiple HVC locations as needed
check_circleDevelop and implement individualized patient care plans

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
verified1 year experience providing direct nursing care in an Outpatient Cardiovascular Clinic, Adult Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Adult Electrophysiology Lab, Telemetry Unit, Cardiology Unit, Cardiovascular ICU and/or ER within past 6 months
verifiedCurrent certification in BLS required by start date
verifiedCurrent license to practice nursing in the State of Iowa required by start date
verified3 years' experience providing direct nursing care in an Outpatient Cardiovascular Clinic, Adult Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Adult Electrophysiology Lab, Telemetry Unit, Cardiology Unit, Cardiovascular ICU and/or ER within past 6 months
verified1-year previous knowledge and experience providing wound care
verifiedPrevious EPIC experience

Nice to Have

3 years' experience providing direct nursing care in an Outpatient Cardiovascular Clinic, Adult Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Adult Electrophysiology Lab, Telemetry Unit, Cardiology Unit, Cardiovascular ICU and/or ER within past 6 months. 1-year previous knowledge and experience providing wound care. Previous EPIC experience. Knowledge of University policies, procedures, and practices.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleNo nights, weekends, or holidays work schedulecheck_circleFlexible 8 and 10 hour shift options

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Iv Placement, Wound Care, Suture Removal, Blood Draws, BLS, Epic.

Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing required; Master's Degree in Nursing required.

Frequently asked questions about Staff Nurse, Vascular Surgery at University of Iowa Research

What does a Staff Nurse, Vascular Surgery at University of Iowa Research do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Staff Nurse, Vascular Surgery at University of Iowa Research will function as clinical staff nurse within the outpatient cardiovascular team; manage transfer and discharge planning throughout the episode of care; serve as clinical preceptor to new nursing and agency staff; and perform patient intake, vital sign monitoring, and medication charting.

What are the requirements for this Staff Nurse, Vascular Surgery role?expand_more

To qualify for the Staff Nurse, Vascular Surgery 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; 1 year experience providing direct nursing care in an Outpatient Cardiovascular Clinic, Adult Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Adult Electrophysiology Lab, Telemetry Unit, Cardiology Unit, Cardiovascular ICU and/or ER within past 6 months; Current certification in BLS required by start date; Current license to practice nursing in the State of Iowa required by start date; 3 years' experience providing direct nursing care in an Outpatient Cardiovascular Clinic, Adult Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Adult Electrophysiology Lab, Telemetry Unit, Cardiology Unit, Cardiovascular ICU and/or ER within past 6 months; and 1-year previous knowledge and experience providing wound care.

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Staff Nurse, Vascular Surgery 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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University of Iowa Research has listed this Staff Nurse, Vascular Surgery role as on-site.

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Staff Nurse, Vascular Surgery at University of Iowa Research typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

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Key skills for Staff Nurse, Vascular Surgery at University of Iowa Research include Iv Placement; Wound Care; Suture Removal; Blood Draws; BLS; and Epic.

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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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Staff Nurse, Vascular Surgery at University of Iowa Research is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

Staff Nurse, Vascular Surgery