Specialty Nurse RN - Methodist OB/GYN Clinic
UnityPoint Health · Des Moines, IA · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care including assessments, education, and triage in an OB/GYN setting.
- Support providers with in-office procedures (e.g., colposcopies, IUD insertions, biopsies).
- Administer medications and injections, including vaccines and hormone therapies, as prescribed.
- Absorb prenatal care, postpartum follow-ups, and routine gynecologic visits.
- Educate patients about reproductive health, pregnancy, contraception, and preventive care.
- Triage patient phone calls and messages, assessing urgency and coordinating appropriate follow-up.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Ensure compliance with all clinical policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with front desk and administrative staff to ensure smooth patient flow and scheduling.
- Participate in ongoing staff education, quality improvement initiatives, and team meetings.
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Iowa (required).
- Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong interest or experience in women's health.
- Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced clinic environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.