Nurse Trainee-Pathways

Overview

UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital

Full-Time Benefit

Inpatient Deparments

RN Pathway Program: If you are interested in becoming an RN, UnityPoint Health – Waterloo Allen can provide assistance to cover the cost of tuition and time away from work with participation in the RN Career Pathways program in partnership with Purdue Global. Upon completion of the Purdue Global ASN program, participants will transition into an RN position and pay scale.

The Nurse Trainee-Pathways is utilizing skills learned through a recognized Career Pathways Academic Program. Program will combine work-based, on-the-job learning with relevant technical education in the classroom to start on a career path that continues after high school graduation.

Under the direction of the Career Pathways Academic Program, will be responsible for a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients in accordance with those procedures, acts and processes permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience and has demonstrated competency. Trainee will only be expected to perform provisions of care for which they have received training and instruction as directed by the Career Pathways Academic Program. This position requires application of clinical, cooperative, and independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to complete provision of care.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Training and Expectations

• In collaboration with recognized Academic Program, commits to working for UnityPoint Health to grow clinical skills through hands on experience in the healthcare field under the direct guidance of a LPN/RN.
• Attends and participates in classroom (online or in person) and on the job hours (shadowing or clinicals).
• Maintains good standing in all course work.
• Follows all program policies and procedures set by the Academic Program and UnityPoint Health.
• Maintains all eligibility requirements to participate for the duration of the program.

Qualifications

Application Qualifications:

• Internal team members with minimum 1 year experience at UnityPoint Health – Waterloo Market.
• Be eligible to work as a Patient Care Technician or CMA.
• Provide a current leader recommendation.
• Must be in good standing according to regional corrective action policy within 6 months from application date and through completion of the program.
• Meet the admissions and educational requirements of Purdue Global University.
• Be currently working on or willing to transition to a position in an eligible Med/Surg or Emergency department during and after program completion.
• Travel to Anamosa as required by the program

*After completing the program, participants must remain at UnityPoint Health – Waterloo Allen Hospital or UnityPoint Marshalltown for 2 years upon completion of PG ASN Program.

Education:

• Enrolled in a formal nursing program and remains in good standing per the Pathways Academic Program.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Must obtain Registered Nurse license in the State of Iowa upon completion of the program.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.
• Multicultural sensitivity.
• Microsoft Office – basic computer skills.
• Customer/patient focused.
• Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients using a microphone and headset.
• Ability to communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient behavioral changes.
• Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Ability to prioritize simultaneous situations