Registered Nurse; RN

Job Overview

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of State-Operated Specialty Care is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Civil Commitment Unit for Sex Offenders (CCUSO). This is a meaningful opportunity to make a difference by providing high-quality care to a unique, high-risk population within a structured clinical environment.

This position is eligible for a $3,000 recruitment payment. Current state employees are not eligible for recruitment payments upon transfer, demotion, or promotion to another agency. Pay increases are eligible after successfully completing the 6‑month probationary period, and again every 12 months. State benefits begin on day one.

• Opportunity to use your nursing skills in a specialized, team‑focused setting
• A supportive environment where your clinical judgment and professional growth are valued
• A chance to contribute to patient safety, rehabilitation, and long‑term wellbeing

• Deliver acute and chronic nursing care with a focus on health promotion and disease prevention.
• Provide therapeutic interventions, psychological support, and patient education.
• Participate in treatment activities, escort patients as needed, and maintain clear and accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team committed to quality care and safety.

• PM shift: 1:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. – with a $0.90 / hour shift differential
• Overnight shift: 9:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. or 10:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. – with a $1.00 / hour shift differential
• A rotating schedule includes working every third weekend. Flexibility is important, and overtime or hours outside the standard schedule may be required.

All applicants must successfully complete a background check. Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing is required.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
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  Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at low cost.
• Paid Time Off
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  Vacation (96 hours / year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours / year), and paid holidays (9 days / year).
• Retirement Plans
  : IPERS and RIC, with State match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts
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  For medical and dependent care expenses.
• Insurance Coverage
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  Life and free long‑term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program
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  Resources and support for personal and professional challenges.
• Employee Discount Programs
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  Discounts on a variety of goods and services.

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify and complies with federal Right to Work laws, ensuring authorization to work in the United States. Please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information.

The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer. HHS encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the HHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.