Psychiatric Nursing Asst II 50 Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 1JPW
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21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Department of Nursing intends to hire for one position at either the Psychiatric Nursing Assistant I classification requisition # or Psychiatric Nursing Assistant II classification requisition # based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.
The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant to perform specific tasks to assist members of the Nursing team in providing patient care under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry:
John Pappajohn Pavillion (1 JPW) is a 15-bed inpatient unit dedicated to child and adolescent (3-17 years old) psychiatry services. This unit patient population includes depression anxiety eating disorder intellectual disability substance abuse and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The unit provides structured therapy including Dialectal Behavioral Therapy. Unique unit design features Circle School playground and gym to improve patient experience and outcomes.
Aptitudes required in order to perform responsibilities:
Work in an environment with conflicting demands and/or priorities and rushed and/or urgent timelines
Manage multiple assignments and provide quick reaction and immediate response to emergencies
Maintain attention to detail over extended period of time and continually be aware of variations in changing situations
Strong communication skills and a tolerance for an active work environment with potential for negative behavior
Work well with all levels and types of people
Percent of Time:50%
Schedule:20hours per week rotating shifts every other weekend and rotating holidays
Location:John Pappajohn Pavillion (JPP)
Merit Pay Plan: Highlights:
Regular salaried position located in Iowa City Iowa
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
- One year experience as a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant I or in a like position.
- Satisfactory completion of the established Psychiatric Nursing Assistant Training Program or an equivalent program.
Application Process:In order to be considered applicants must uploada resume(under submission relevant materials)that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
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.
Applicant selected for position if external must be available to attend a 1 week orientation session Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
For questions or additional information please contact Lindsey Fudge at
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background to 3professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Key Skills
- Nurse Management
- Patient Care
- Hospital Experience
- Employee Evaluation
- Acute Care
- Healthcare Management
- Management Experience
- Primary Care Experience
- Conflict Management
- Nursing
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
About Company
The University of Iowa is a top-tier public research university in Iowa City—home to more than 32,000 students, offering world-class programs across 200+ fields of study, renowned especially for its creative writing, acclaimed medical center, and balanced excellence in the arts and sc ... View more
