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Registered Nurse Residency

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UnityPoint Health

Cedar Rapids, IA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 day ago (Updated 6 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/28/2026

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Overview UnityPoint at Home
  • Cedar Rapids Home Care Registered Nurse Residency Program 8am-5pm Monday through Friday Nurse Residency for New Graduate RNs (New graduate or 12 months or less experience) UnityPoint at Home is seeking RN students graduating in May 2026, August 2026 and December 2026 to join our team.
The RN Resident will learn how to plan, organize and direct home hospice care services. Will initiate, and implement care primarily in the patient's home environment or hospice inpatient unit setting. The Hospice RN fulfills the role of skilled communicator, educator, leader and motivator. The Hospice RN ensures that high standards of patient care are met at all times.
Visit https:
//youtu.be/A9zQ0CHcTDc to hear more from our team members about our Nurse Residency Program. 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 More about the
Residency Program:
This program is meant for RN new grads looking to start their career with UnityPoint at Home. Work side by side with a RN Case Manager in the field and extend the training and education you already have with simulations and real life experiences. This Residency Program is a one year commitment and is a full-time position which includes full-time pay and benefits. The program is meant to prepare new RNs for the RN Case Manager role once they have completed the program. A 12-month program to smooth transition into practice. A series of thoughtfully developed classes that will enhance skills in critical thinking, assessment, leadership and clinical decision making. Participation in this program is a part of the regular work assignment. Classroom instruction specific to the clinical area using a focused case study approach to learning. Clinical Experience under the guidance of an experience Preceptor. Ongoing continuing education and professional development opportunities. Dedicated nurse educators are available both during and following the program. Upon completion of the program, Nurse Residents will be awarded 36 hours of continuing education credit through the Iowa Board of Nursing Nurse Resident Required Program Participation during the 12 month program: SIM Labs Monthly educational seminars Meeting touchpoints as scheduled Completion of Residency Project Completion of Residency Portfolio Qualifications Qualifications Graduate of State Board approved program for Registered Nurses.
CPR:
Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work as a collaborative team member. Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures. Strong computer skills. Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED
BSN or BS in health related field. Why UnityPoint Health? Commitment to our Team
  • For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members. Culture
  • At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. Benefits
  • Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment
  • We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. Development
  • We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. Community Involvement
  • Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit https:
//dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. #UPaHomeNursing