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 :
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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