Registered Nurse Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/5052321) Apply  Registered Nurse Salary $62,337.60 - $96,699.20 Annually Location Mount Pleasant - 52641 - Henry County, IA Job Type Full-time Job Number 26-00466 Agency 246 Corrections - Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility Opening Date 08/21/2025 Closing Date 9/25/2025 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-POST Point of Contact Sara.Menke@iowa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description This position is eligible for a $3,000 recruitment bonus. Current state employees are not eligible for recruitment payments upon transfer, demotion, or promotion to another agency. The Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility is a minimum custody, male facility that houses approximately 1150 incarcerated individuals. Our goal is to offer treatment, work, education and apprenticeship opportunities in order to prepare them for their entry back into the neighborhoods of Iowa. Primary NOC shift - 11PM-9AM Can provide relief on PM Shift - 3:30PM-11:30PM Weekend/holiday rotation and days off as assigned. The registered nurse demonstrates high integrity, nursing values, ethical principles and moral practices. The registered nurse must practice professional nursing consistent and within scope of the Iowa Board of Nursing Practice Act. The registered nurse has a current nursing license in good standing from the Iowa Board of Nursing. As the staff nurse, your organizational leadership and management of resources enables staff, patients, and the community to promote the Department's Mission to Create Opportunities for Safe Communities by: Managing client health care to ensure a safe and secure environment for both clients and staff while promoting positive change in client behavior. Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice. Knowledge of current medications, their actions and uses. Knowledge of quality standards, procedures, and protocols. Knowledge of specialized client care applicable to the work situation. Ability to teach and oversee client care provided by assistive staff. Ability to provide empathetic assistance to clients in meeting their needs and carrying out prescribed treatments. Ability to collect data objectively and record information accurately. What we offer the selected candidate: Collaborative and respectful team environment. Opportunities for professional development and personal growth Excellent pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending and life insurance Biweekly vacation accrual and separate sick leave Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) retirement package Optional 401A plan with employer contributions Employee discount programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, to name a few.) On site staff fitness room Minimum Qualification Requirements Licensure as 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. NOTE: Be sure to include your State of Iowa or compact state license number and expiration date with your application Compact license holders are required to obtain an Iowa license within 60 days For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\_and\_pay/JobClassDescriptions/RegisteredNurse-02020-82020.pdf) . Additional Qualification Requirements More information regarding the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing is available at theNurse Licensure Compact (https://nursing.iowa.gov/practice/nurse-licensure-compact) Review the provisions of the statute that authorized the creation of the Nurse Licensure Compact at Chapter 152E, Iowa Code (http://search.legis.state.ia.us/NXT/gateway.dll/2009code/1/4524/5637/5915) . Why Choose the State of Iowa? At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice. Our Robust Benefits Package Includes: Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise. Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. 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We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) . Paid Time Off: Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters. Professional Development: Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program. Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation. Join Us - Elevate Your Career: Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority! 01 Do you understand that the information provided on your application and resume must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your knowledge? Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa. + Yes - I understand and agree + No 02 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq? + No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq + Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq 03 Do you currently hold a 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 and you have you included your license information with your application? + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Iowa Agency 246 Corrections - Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility Address 1200 E Washington St Mount Pleasant, Iowa, 52641 Website https://doc.iowa.gov/find-facility/iowa-doc-districts-and-facilities/mpcf Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email