Psychiatric Nursing Assistant II - Psychiatric Partial Hospitalization Program & Psychiatry Clinics

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant II to perform specific tasks to assist members of the Nursing team in providing patient care under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses.

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: 100%

Schedule: 40 hours a week to be accomplished between the hours of 0730-1930. 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts based on clinical need. No weekends, nights, or holidays. Staff will be cross trained to cover both the Partial Hospitalization Program and Psychiatry Clinics.

Location: University Campus

Benefits Highlights: Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits

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 upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

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Our Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital.

Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm or by appointment contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule a time to visit.

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. For questions, contact Rebecca Beggs at rebecca-beggs@uiowa.edu.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Psychiatric Nursing Asst II

• Appointment Type: Merit

• Schedule: Full-time

• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 07

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare

• Contact Name: Rebecca Beggs

• Contact Email: rebecca-beggs@uiowa.edu