Nursing Unit Coordinator
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Nursing Unit Coordinator
Salary
$41,100.80 - $60,174.40 Annually
Location
Anamosa - 52205 - Jones County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-01934
Agency
243 Corrections - Anamosa State Penitentiary
Opening Date
01/26/2026
Closing Date
2/9/2026 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
LI-POST
Point of Contact
Nicolen.Taylor@iowa.gov
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Job Description
This position is eligible for a $2,500 recruitment bonus.
Current state employees are not eligible for recruitment payments upon transfer, demotion, or promotion to another agency.
A Position in the Iowa Department of Correction is more than a job. It's a calling.
Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Iowans in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls.
Join us at the Anamosa State Penitentiary as a Nursing Unit Coordinator!
This position will be for the evening or day shift.
We are looking for a nursing unit coordinator that has their CNA or PCT certification.
This position would perform para-professional nursing duties under the director of a LPN/RN.
You would need to insure proper administration and documentation of medications.
You would be required to stock supplies, check expiration dates, order medication cards, and attending training as required.
At Anamosa Correctional Facility, in Anamosa Iowa we offer a wide range of career opportunities in various departments; i.e., Security, Treatment, Medical, Administrative, Business, Records, Maintenance/Trades, Food Service and other support areas.
Join our team of dedicated professionals who provide an environment that facilitates change for incarcerated individuals.
Come be a part of creating opportunities for safer communities.
You'll find an exceptional workplace where mutual respect and support are part of the culture.
E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federalRight to Worklaws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.
Selectives
116 Certified Nurse Aide/Orderly
6 months' experience as a CNA
OR
179 Emergency Medical Services
6 months' experience in one or in a combination of more than one of the following:
Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic
EMT instructor/coordinator
RN or LPN providing pre-hospital emergency medical care
Physician's assistant if pre-hospital emergency medical care was provided
OR
12 semester hours in one or in a combination of more than one of the following:
Emergency health care
Emergency medical courses
Advanced paramedic
EMT-A
EMT-1
Certification as an EMT/Paramedic
Minimum Qualification Requirements
The equivalent of two years of full-time clerical work experience involving the use of medical terminology;
OR
employees with current continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes the equivalent of one year of full-time work experience as a Resident Treatment Worker, Pharmacy Assistant or a position providing nursing care or clerical work in a state institution providing medical services shall be considered qualified.
For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\and\pay/JobClassDescriptions/NursingUnitCoordinator-02000-82000.pdf)
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We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). 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.
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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.
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No
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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
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How many years do you have of full-time clerical work experience involving the use of medical terminology?
I do not have any full-time clerical work experience involving the use of medical terminology
Less than two years of full-time clerical work experience involving the use of medical terminology
Two years or more of full-time clerical work experience involving the use of medical terminology
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Are you a current State of Iowa employee - executive branch? IF YES - How many months of experience do you have in the classifications of Resident Treatment Worker, Pharmacy Assistant or in a classification (State of Iowa) providing nursing care or clerical work in a state institution providing medical services?
I am not a State of Iowa employee
I do not have any experience in the classifications listed
Less than 12 months of work experience in the classifications listed
Twelve months or more of experience in the classifications listed
05
Does your application demonstrate that you have 6 months' experience as a CNA?
Yes
No
06
Does your application demonstrate that you have 6 months' experience in one or in a combination of more than one of the following:
Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic
EMT instructor/coordinator
RN or LPN providing pre-hospital emergency medical care
Physician's assistant if pre-hospital emergency medical care was provided
OR12 semester hours in one or in a combination of more than one of the following:
Emergency health care
Emergency medical courses
Advanced paramedic
EMT-A
EMT-1
Certification as an EMT/Paramedic?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
State of Iowa
Agency
243 Corrections - Anamosa State Penitentiary
Address
406 N High St
Anamosa, Iowa, 52205
Website
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