Specialty Nurse RN-Neurology-Lakeview

UnityPoint Health is seeking a compassionate and clinically driven Specialty Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic Neurology team at the Lakeview Specialty Clinic in West Des Moines, IA. This full-time role is ideal for nurses passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while developing expertise in neurological health.

About the role

As a Specialty RN in Neurology, you will play a critical role in assessing, triaging, and managing patients with a wide range of neurological conditions. Whether you bring prior neurology experience or a strong interest in building specialty knowledge, you will be supported in advancing your clinical skills in a collaborative, team-based environment alongside experienced neurologists and healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive telephone and in-clinic triage for patients presenting with neurological symptoms such as headaches, seizures, dizziness, neuropathy, and stroke warning signs.
• Assess symptom acuity using clinical judgment and evidence-based protocols to determine appropriate levels of care.
• Identify urgent and emergent neurological conditions and initiate timely intervention.
• Coordinate care for patients with acute and chronic neurological disorders, ensuring timely access to diagnostics, treatments, and specialty services.
• Collaborate closely with neurologists, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Facilitate transitions of care, including hospital follow-ups and specialty referrals.
• Provide in-depth education on neurological diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and symptom management strategies.
• Support patients and families in navigating complex conditions such as epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, migraines, and neurodegenerative diseases.
• Promote patient self-management, safety, and adherence to care plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient interactions, assessments, and care coordination activities in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Monitor patient progress, track outcomes, and ensure appropriate follow-up care to support continuity and quality outcomes.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to neurological care delivery.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Iowa.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Prior experience in neurology, specialty clinics, or acute care strongly preferred.
• Candidates with a strong interest in neurology and willingness to develop specialty expertise are encouraged to apply.

For positions within UnityPoint Clinic, team members may be required to work at or float to other locations to support optimized staffing.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Benefits

• Paid time off and parental leave.
• 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental, health, and vision insurance.
• Paid holidays, short and long-term disability.
• Pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay.
• Tuition reimbursement to help further your career.
• Adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

At UnityPoint Health, we offer a competitive Total Rewards program with benefits focused on your needs and priorities, no matter your life stage.