Job Overview

Overview

Emergency Department Registered Nurse Virtual Interview Event | Dubuque, IA
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Now hiring Emergency Department Registered Nurses—be there when every second matters!

UnityPoint Health is seeking dedicated, highly skilled Registered Nurses to join the Emergency Department team at Finley Hospital in Dubuque. This role offers the opportunity to provide rapid assessment, stabilization, and lifesaving care for patients experiencing urgent and emergent conditions. An ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, adaptability, clear communication, and the ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment.

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Open position: Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN)

Sign-on bonus: $10,000

Shift: Days or nights, 7 a.m.–7 p.m. or 7 p.m.–7 a.m., with weekend and holiday rotation.

Role Details

Emergency Department Registered Nurse

The Emergency Department RN rapidly triages and assesses patients, initiates urgent interventions, administers medications and treatments, and continuously monitors for changes in condition. The nurse works closely with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to deliver timely, coordinated care while supporting patients and families through high-stress situations with compassion and clear communication.

Why Emergency Nursing

Emergency nursing allows you to use broad clinical knowledge, quick decision-making, and teamwork to care for patients when they need help most. You will work in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same and where your ability to assess, prioritize, and respond can have an immediate impact.

Who We Are Seeking

Compassionate, adaptable Registered Nurses who demonstrate strong triage and assessment skills, sound clinical judgment, resilience, and effective communication. Successful candidates remain composed under pressure, shift priorities quickly, collaborate closely with the care team, and provide reassuring support to patients and families.

Ready to be there when every second matters? Register today to reserve your virtual interview time and learn more about joining the UnityPoint Health emergency team at Finley Hospital in Dubuque. UnityPoint Health is an equal opportunity employer.

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

• Triage and assess patients quickly in emergency situations

• Deliver urgent, life-saving care and administer medications

• Assist with critical procedures and monitor patient status

• Collaborate with doctors and the healthcare team for best outcomes

• Support patients and families with compassion under pressure

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (must obtain BSN within 12 years of hire)

Certification/License:

• Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within 3 months from date of hire
• Must possess and maintain current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification or within 1 year from date of hire
• Must possess and maintain current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 1 year of hire date
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certiciation within 1 year of hire date

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team with FOCUS VALUES that Foster Unity, Champion Excellence, Seize Opportunities, and Owns the Moment with our team members and our patients in every interaction.