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RN New Graduate

UnityPoint Health
Dubuque, IA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 10/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/18/2027
Overview:
RN New Grad
Openings in Med/Surg, Acute Rehab, ICU, ER, OB, Geropsych
Full or Part-time, Days or Night shifts

New Grad Starting pay is $32.73/hr
Shift Differentials: 3pm-11pm is $5.00/hr and 11pm-7am is $7.50/hr
Weekend Differentials: $7.50/hr for your every 3rd weekend rotation

Career Launch Agreement is offered to all new grads: $2,000/month stipend for 6 months prior to licensure, eligible for a $500 Bonus once boards are passed!
Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 for a 2 year commitment

Why is Med/Surg a valuable start for new grads?
  • Opportunities for Growth: Med/surg units offer a wide range of opportunities for growth and development. New grad nurses can learn a variety of skills and gain experience in different areas of nursing, which can help them advance their careers.
  • Diverse Patient Population: Med/surg units provide care to a diverse patient population, which can help new grad nurses develop their clinical skills and gain experience working with patients from different backgrounds.
  • Teamwork and Collaboration: Med/surg units require a high level of teamwork and collaboration, which can help new grad nurses build strong relationships with their colleagues and develop their communication skills.
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Med/surg units require nurses to think critically and solve problems quickly, which can help new grad nurses develop their critical thinking skills and become more confident in their abilities.
  • Patient Advocacy: Med/surg nurses are often the first line of defense for patients, which can help new grad nurses develop their patient advocacy skills and learn how to advocate for their patients’ needs.
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:
  • Delivers high quality care utilizing the nursing process while demonstrating knowledge and clinical skills of the specialty required on assigned unit in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.
  • Consults appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized education.
  • Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately.
  • Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient’s care.
  • Continues professional development and involvement in professional activities that enhance nursing practice by sharing knowledge through networking and research.
Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program (must obtain BSN within 12 years of hire)
  • Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa
  • Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $10,000

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