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Intake Nurse Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Summit BHC

Intake Clinician

Bettendorf, IA · On-site

$33K - $38K/yr

The Intake Clinician works closely with the business office, nursing, clinical staff, and external parties to ensure patients are admitted promptly and efficiently. Roles and Responsibilities:

Summit BHC

Intake Clinician

Pleasant Valley, IA · On-site

$54 - $70/hr

The Intake Clinician works closely with the business office, nursing, clinical staff, and external parties to ensure patients are admitted promptly and efficiently.**Roles and Responsibilities:

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Eagleviewbh

Intake Clinician

Pleasant Valley, IA · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

The Intake Clinician works closely with the business office, nursing, clinical staff, and external parties to ensure patients are admitted promptly and efficiently.**Roles and Responsibilities:

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Eagleviewbh

Intake RN-Acute

Pleasant Valley, IA · On-site

$60 - $75/hr

## Intake RN-AcuteApplylocations: Eagle View Behavioral Healthtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR125380Intake RN-Acute | Eagle View Behavioral Health | Bettendorf, Iowa*

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Summit BHC

Intake RN-Night

Pleasant Valley, IA · On-site

$70 - $85/hr

## Intake RN-AcuteApplylocations: Eagle View Behavioral Healthtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR125380Intake RN-Acute | Eagle View Behavioral Health | Bettendorf, Iowa*

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Summit BHC

Intake RN-Night

Bettendorf, IA · On-site

Intake RN-Night | Eagle View Behavioral Health | Bettendorf, Iowa About the Job: PURPOSE STATEMENT: The Intake RN performs the daily operations of patient intake and/or admissions, with may include ...

UHS

Weekend Intake/Mobile Assessor

Clive, IA · On-site

$35K - $40K/yr

Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University * Free Meals ... This position has a dual reporting relationship to the Intake Director and the CNO for nursing ...

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How much do intake nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for intake nurse in Iowa is $41.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.59 and $45.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an intake nurse?

An Intake Nurse is a healthcare professional responsible for assessing patients upon admission to a medical facility. They gather medical histories, document symptoms, take vital signs, and ensure accurate patient information for the healthcare team. These nurses play a crucial role in determining initial care plans and facilitating smooth transitions into treatment. Intake Nurses work in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and other healthcare settings. Their role helps streamline patient care by ensuring accurate and efficient documentation from the start.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an intake nurse?

As an Intake Nurse, your primary responsibilities include conducting initial patient assessments, gathering medical histories, collecting vital signs, and documenting patient information accurately in electronic health record systems. You may also help determine the urgency of care, coordinate with physicians or specialists, and answer patient questions about the intake process. Intake Nurses often act as the first point of contact for new patients, making organizational and interpersonal skills crucial. This role frequently involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth patient admissions and high standards of care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an intake nurse?

An Intake Nurse requires strong clinical assessment skills, critical thinking, and a current nursing license, usually as an RN or LPN. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, patient intake software, and standard medical documentation is essential. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask are valuable soft skills in this position. These competencies are vital to accurately evaluating patients, streamlining admission processes, and ensuring safe and efficient patient care transitions.

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Infographic showing various Intake Nurse job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 22% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,670 per year, or $41.7 per hour.

RN Intake and Capacity Nurse-Transfer Center

UnityPoint Health

West Des Moines, IA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

UnityPoint Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 364 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

301st of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Intake Nurse - Transfer Center

Full-time: 7p-7:30a

Onsite: Des Moines, IA - Corporate Office 

-Not Bedside or Direct Patient Care

We are seeking a Transfer Center Intake Nurse to serve in a high-impact role as the first point of contact for providers seeking patient admission to UnityPoint Health. This position coordinates provider communication, triages transfer requests, facilitates patient placement, and supports transfers to higher levels of care when needed. Success in this role requires strong communication, critical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and technologies while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and patient safety.


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.


Intake Nurse:

  • Perform nursing triage of provided patient information to identify the providers, clinicians, and staff necessary to support medical conversations and transfers to UPH.
  • Use their nursing skills to assess available information, knowing when to ask for more information, to ensure accurate patient placement.
  • Knowledge, understanding, and adherence of state and federal law surrounding EMTALA, HIPAA, DNV, CMS, and other regulatory agencies.
  • Adherence to policy and workflows regarding patient transfers, placement, and capacity.

Education: 

  • Completion of accredited school of nursing registered nursing program

Experience: 

  • 2 or more years of Hospital RN experience in ER, Intermediate, or ICU level of care

Licenses/Certifications: 

  • Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state which you practice and/or hold an active Compact/Multi-State RN license.
  • BLS (can obtain upon hire)

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About UnityPoint Health

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At UnityPoint Health, we provide care in nine regions throughout Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin. As the nation's fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health keeps people at the center of all we do. We are looking for dynamic and talented individuals to join our team. You'll find opportunities for every sized dream.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Des Moines, IA, US

Year founded

1995

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