Specialty Nurse - RN - OB/GYN - Methodist Plaza

Overview
UnityPoint Health
Registered Nurse (RN) Specialty Clinic OB/GYN
Methodist Downtown Des Moines
Des Moines, IA
4 days/week - Monday to Friday 7AM-5PM
Full-time + benefits
**$5000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
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
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic OB/GYN team at the Methodist Hospital Specialty Clinic. This is a wonderful opportunity for nurses who are passionate about women’s health and patient-centered care, and who are interested in growing their skills within an OB/GYN specialty setting. Whether you bring prior experience in obstetrics and gynecology or are eager to expand your clinical knowledge in this field, we welcome your application.
In this role, you will support patients across a wide range of women’s health needs, including routine gynecologic care, prenatal and postpartum care, and management of acute and chronic conditions. You will work closely with OB/GYN providers and the interdisciplinary care team in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Patient Assessment & Triage
Evaluate incoming patient phone calls to assess symptoms, pregnancy-related concerns, and gynecologic issues, determining urgency and appropriate next steps.
Provide telephone triage and guidance related to obstetric concerns (e. g., bleeding, contractions, decreased fetal movement) and gynecologic symptoms.
Care Coordination
Assist in coordinating urgent and emergent care for obstetric and gynecologic patients, including prenatal complications and acute gynecologic conditions.
Communicate effectively with OB/GYN providers and clinical team members to ensure timely, safe, and coordinated care.
Patient & Family Education
Educate patients and families on pregnancy, postpartum care, reproductive health, gynecologic conditions, and treatment plans.
Provide supportive counseling, anticipatory guidance, and resources tailored to each patient’s individual needs.
Clinical Documentation & Follow-Up
Accurately document patient assessments, communications, and care plans in the electronic health record (EHR)
Coordinate follow-up appointments, test results, and ongoing care to promote continuity and positive patient outcomes.
Qualifications
Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa
Experience: All levels of RN experience will be considered. Prior experience in OB/GYN or specialty care is a plus, but not required.
Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.