Jobs in Ankeny Iowa

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.  

Deliver patient care through patient preparation, vital sign collection, and documentation. Assist with various procedures, exams, and diagnostic equipment (e.g., tympanometry, spirometry). Maintain aseptic techniques during preparation, procedures, and medication administration.  

Administer medications, treatments, and immunizations under the direction of providers. 

Prepare and organize patient charts with necessary information. File dictations and ensure completion of all required documentation. Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care   

Schedule procedures, labs, x-rays, and surgeries; provide pre- and post-surgery information. Assist with patient outreach for overdue visits, labs, and referrals. 

Coordinate physician schedules and ensure insurance pre-certifications. Schedule and manage patient follow-ups, ensuring continuity of care. 

Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to organizational standards and ethical guidelines. 

Educate patients and families based on assessed needs and discharge plans. 

Promote evidence-based resources to optimize nursing practice and patient care. 

Proactively serves as a patient advocate by utilizing courteous and professional etiquette at all times reflecting positive tone and speaking distinctly with poise, tact and assurance. Assures accurate and complete messages to appropriate personnel. 

Assists in training, orienting, and supporting new colleagues. Work includes cross coverage in other clinic areas as team needs. 

Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider. Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s). 

Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required. 

Other duties as needed and assigned by the manager. 

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.  

Successful completion of a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). 

Must obtain one of the following certifications listed for a Medical Assistant with their corresponding listed certification provider within one year of hire: 

Acceptable Certifications:  

• Certification: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Provided by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) 

• Certification: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). Provided by the American Medical Technologists (AMT)  

• Certification: Medical Assistant (NCMA). Provided by the National Center for Competency Testing  

• Certification: Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMA). Provided by the American Medical Certification Association.  

• Certification: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA). Provided by the National Health Career Association.  

• Certification: Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA). Provided by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) 

• Certification: NPCE MA. Provided by the National Phlebotomy Certification Examination (NPCE).  

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 3 months of hire. 

Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within 3 months of hire. 

Proficient in basic computer skills (Windows environment, web-based navigation, email, MS Office). 

Ability to work with diverse groups of people and in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. 

Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patient, visitors, and colleagues while performing their job duties. 

Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.  

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

A. Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred):

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· Current/valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable.

· Successfully completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current/valid Medication Aide certification by state agency required if applicable.

· May require specialized training such as Non-Certified Radiologic Technician (NCT).

· Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.

· Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within three (3) months of hire.

B. Experience (required and preferred):

· 2 years Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Key Responsibilities

· Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.

· Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.

· Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.

· May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.

· Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.

· May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKG’s.

· Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.

· Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.

· Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms

stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.

· Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.

· Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).

· Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.

· Provide for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.

· Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, MA Lead or as requested by healthcare provider(s).

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

• 0-1 years of experience: $10,000

• 1-3 years of experience: $15,000

• 3+ years of experience: $20,000

5 South is a 40-bed, fast-paced, team-oriented, medical-surgical unit caring for acutely ill adults specializing in urology, nephrology, trauma, and colorectal surgery and general body systems. Our many specialties and diverse patient population will provide daily challenges and vast opportunities to develop a wide breadth of nursing knowledge and hone the valuable nursing skills so important in nursing development in future applications across all specialties. We partner with our Virtual Nurse partners to provide collaborative patient care utilizing virtual and bedside nursing.

POSITION PURPOSE 

The dedicated Charge Nurse is a registered nurse responsible for providing shift-to-shift leadership for the practice and delivery of safe, effective, efficient, ethical, and culturally competent care to the unit patient population. This pivotal role bridges direct patient care with administrative responsibilities, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective leadership, resource allocation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The Charge Nurse ensures adherence to established policies, promotes a collaborative work environment, and supports staff development while maintaining patient safety and satisfaction. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Develops and maintains departmental daily staffing plan detailing appropriate employee classifications and qualifications consistent with the department's operational plan, projected volumes, patient/acuity and other relevant indicators. Assures compliance with staffing plan.  

Oversees daily operations, staff management, and coordination of interdepartmental activities within the unit or department during the assigned shift. 

Responsible for resolving clinical issues, and serving as a liaison between nurses, physicians, and administrative teams. 

Provides orientation/education for staff and students to ensure assigned patients have a positive care experience. 

Leads staff in the delivery of safe and effective patient care.  

Delivers nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in collaboration with the physician. 

Provides input on staff interviewing and hiring decisions as delegated by the unit leader.  

Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements needed for patient records.  

Ensures compliance with all policies and procedures governing assigned services, including Joint Commission standards, safety protocols, and applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements. 

Serves as a resource, mentor, and role model in delivering patient care using a team approach. 

Facilitates communication between patient/family, physicians and other caregivers to achieve consensus for the plan of care. Consults with the Ethics Committee as appropriate. 

Leads and promotes evidence-based practice and research among unit leaders and staff. 

Leads quality improvement activities including performance improvement processes to facilitate clinical practice changes.  

Conduct follow-up on incident reports as directed by the Unit leader and participate in ongoing audits of nursing-sensitive indicators to ensure regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, chart reviews, patient safety audits, shift-based crash cart checks, and other quality assurance activities as identified by the facility. 

Functions independently with minimal supervision from Nursing Leadership, guided by the Nurse Practice Act, MercyOne Central IA Market and Trinity Health policies, established nursing standards, and sound professional judgment. 

Plans unit and nursing resource utilization based on established admission, discharge and transfer criteria, initiating appropriate intervention and collaboration to optimize patient care and unit/department operations.  

Serves as a group leader and fulfills an assistant supervisory or lead role, providing guidance and support to team members. Additionally, it contributes to Human Resources functions by offering input and recommendations on personnel matters. 

Identifies and communicates staff needs to the unit leader. 

Serves as a resource or “Super User” for documentation in the electronic medical record. 

Leads or participates in interdisciplinary patient rounds and care conferences, management rounding to patients and staff, and Rounding to Influence (Safety First). 

Reviews and codes as indicated for shift needs in timekeeping system. 

Collaborate with Unit leader to balance schedule after closure of self-scheduling time-period and prior to completion of schedule. 

Leads or delegates daily huddles and maintains huddle boards in collaboration and direction from Unit leader.  

Assists nursing and interdisciplinary team in patient/family education and discharge planning. 

Mission Statement:  We, MercyOne Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. 

Core Values: 

• Reverence:  We honor the sacredness and dignity of every person. 

• Commitment to Those who are Poor:  We stand with and serve those who are poor, especially those most vulnerable. 

• Safety: We embrace a culture that prevents harm and nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.  

• Justice:  We foster right relationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth. 

• Stewardship:  We honor our heritage and hold ourselves accountable for the human, financial and natural resources entrusted to our care. 

• Integrity: We are faithful to those we say we are. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.   

Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.  

12 months of RN experience required.  24 months preferred. 

Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire. 

Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.  Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers. 

Unit specific credentialing and education active and in good standing. 

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! 

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care. 

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

GENERAL SUMMARY: Provides perioperative patient care, specifically in the intraoperative phase, in both the scrub and circulating roles according to established guidelines.  Serves the population from neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. This position requires call, weekends, nights and Holidays as scheduled.        ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Scrubs and circulates on cases independently, with minimal direction. - Prepares for surgical cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of patient, surgeon, anesthesia and other O.R. team members. - Provides a safe environment for patient and staff by implementing standards of aseptic technique and by controlling the physical and psychological aspects of that environment. - Collects and analyzes data and assesses patient in developing nursing diagnosis. - Communicates effectively with the patient, staff, physicians, and families. - Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and function. - Initiates and directs room clean up and turnover.   MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: - Participates in orientation and training of new personnel. - Assists in maintenance of physician's preference cards and other O.R. resource material. - Utilizes computer in surgical documentation, disposition of specimens and obtaining pertinent information. - Participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities as appropriate. - Attends department meetings and inservices.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Operating Room experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak English language.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

GENERAL SUMMARY: Provides perioperative patient care, specifically in the intraoperative phase, in both the scrub and circulating roles according to established guidelines.  Serves the population from neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. This position requires call, weekends, nights and Holidays as scheduled.        ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Scrubs and circulates on cases independently, with minimal direction. - Prepares for surgical cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of patient, surgeon, anesthesia and other O.R. team members. - Provides a safe environment for patient and staff by implementing standards of aseptic technique and by controlling the physical and psychological aspects of that environment. - Collects and analyzes data and assesses patient in developing nursing diagnosis. - Communicates effectively with the patient, staff, physicians, and families. - Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and function. - Initiates and directs room clean up and turnover.   MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: - Participates in orientation and training of new personnel. - Assists in maintenance of physician's preference cards and other O.R. resource material. - Utilizes computer in surgical documentation, disposition of specimens and obtaining pertinent information. - Participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities as appropriate. - Attends department meetings and inservices.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Operating Room experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak English language.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

• Competitive *** NEW RN PAY RATES ***

• Supportive team culture with strong mentorship

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

• A chance to truly make a difference—every shift, every patient

Full-Time | 36 hours/week
Shift: Multiple Shifts Available (Days, Mids, & Nights)
Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Are you ready to make a real impact in emergency care? Join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and puts patients first.

As an Emergency Department RN, you’ll be at the heart of providing compassionate, high-quality nursing to patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors. You’ll work alongside a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and play a vital role in patient advocacy, education, and care coordination.

• Deliver expert emergency nursing care using the full nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

• Support patients and families with empathy, education, and clear communication.

• Respond swiftly and calmly to emergent and critical situations.

• Triage patients efficiently and accurately.

• Document care thoroughly and thoughtfully.

• Serve as a mentor and preceptor for new team members and students.

• Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless, patient-centered care.

RN License: Current or compact state license (Iowa).

Experience: One year of RN experience preferred. New grads welcome if you’ve completed a senior preceptorship in our ED or have relevant emergency/EMS experience.

Certifications:

- Mandatory Reporter training (within 3 months of hire)

- BLS (within 6 weeks)

- ACLS (within 6 months)

- TNCC (within 1 year)

- PALS (within 3 months)

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

At MercyOne, we care deeply about your well-being—both physical and mental. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in every stage of life. Here’s an overview of what you can expect:

Health and Wellness

• Personalized Health Insurance Plans: Including dental and vision coverage, available to you from Day 1.

• Wellness Programs: Designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

• Life Insurance Coverage: Providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

Financial Security

• Education Reimbursement: Supporting your professional growth and development.

• 403b Retirement Plan with Company Match: Helping you plan for a secure future.

Time Off and Flexibility

• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual: Begin earning PTO from Day 1.

• Six Paid Holidays: Enjoy time to rest and recharge.

• Long- and Short-Term Leave Options: Supporting you during life’s unexpected events.

We’re committed to providing benefits that meet your needs and enhance your quality of life. Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you!

**This position is eligible for relocation depending on location** 

Shift: Days with Call

Essential Functions:

• Administers nursing care to patients; included assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient’s care plan in coordination with the physician during imaging procedures. Transports patients and gives appropriate reports to ancillary areas.

• Provides care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

• Interacts with patients, both pre and post invasive procedures for history, instructions/teaching, and post procedure follow-up. Provides patient/family or caregiver education and counseling in recognition and solution of physical, emotional, and environmental health problems.

• Responsible for all medical supplies/equipment being available and in proper working condition in the department including EKG monitors, crash cart, medications (routine, emergency, narcotics), suction, O2 , Ambu bags, airways, E.T. tray and other related supplies in the Medical Imaging Department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter

• Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire

• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified within six (6) weeks of hire

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.  
• Plans, assesses, intervenes, and provides direct patient care using critical thinking and nursing processes (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation). 
• Performs comprehensive patient assessments (physical, psychosocial, nutritional, functional, safety, spiritual, cultural, educational). Makes nursing decisions based on patient status and care needs. 
• Administers medications and treatments safely via multiple routes (oral, IM, SC, ID, IV, inhalation, topical, ocular, optic, sublingual, nasal) and documents accordingly. 
• Performs nursing care, lab and diagnostic tests, specimen collection, phlebotomy, and limited radiology procedures following policies and universal precautions. 
• Assists providers with patient care, phone/mail/fax communications, scheduling, consents, admissions, referrals, and outpatient procedures. 
• Communicates and collaborates with physicians, staff, patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members regarding care plans and patient needs. 
• Educates patients, families, and clinical staff on treatments, medications, test preparation, discharge, and health maintenance; documents education and evaluates understanding. 
• Participates in staff meetings, committees, quality improvement, risk management, and performance improvement projects. 
• Maintains documentation accuracy and completeness in EMR: assessments, vitals, symptoms, treatments, medications, education, charges, lab results, histories, and consults. 
• Maintains and monitors supplies, equipment, medication stock, and office machines; follows maintenance and quality control protocols; reports malfunctions. 
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to urgent/emergency patient needs and initiates emergency procedures. 
• Other duties as needed and assigned by the manager. 
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

•  Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.  
• Active RN License in the state of Iowa; Licensure from other states may be required based on location. Compact State License acceptable where applicable. 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 3 months of hire. 
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within 3 months of hire. 
• Proficient in basic computer skills (Windows environment, web-based navigation, email, MS Office). 
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. 
• Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patient, visitors, and colleagues while performing their job duties. 
• Completion of specialty classes or proof of other certifications required for some roles. 
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health. 

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

GENERAL SUMMARY: Provides perioperative patient care, specifically in the intraoperative phase, in both the scrub and circulating roles according to established guidelines.  Serves the population from neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. This position requires call, weekends, nights and Holidays as scheduled.        ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Scrubs and circulates on cases independently, with minimal direction. - Prepares for surgical cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of patient, surgeon, anesthesia and other O.R. team members. - Provides a safe environment for patient and staff by implementing standards of aseptic technique and by controlling the physical and psychological aspects of that environment. - Collects and analyzes data and assesses patient in developing nursing diagnosis. - Communicates effectively with the patient, staff, physicians, and families. - Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and function. - Initiates and directs room clean up and turnover.   MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: - Participates in orientation and training of new personnel. - Assists in maintenance of physician's preference cards and other O.R. resource material. - Utilizes computer in surgical documentation, disposition of specimens and obtaining pertinent information. - Participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities as appropriate. - Attends department meetings and inservices.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Operating Room experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak English language.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

POSITION PURPOSE 

The Nurse Leader (NL) is a licensed registered nurse (RN) accountable for leading, managing & advancing people, processes & / or programs that support direct or indirect patient care.  The NL promotes & advocates for patients, nurses/colleagues & the practice of nursing as defined by clinical area (s) of expertise & assignment. 

FUNCTIONAL ROLE    

Provides operations & / or optimization leadership focus; Multiple departments/specialties or division; May provide leadership & direction through managers or senior managers; Responsible for directing & coordinating / affecting large complex processes with strong dependencies & broad resources; Accountable for the performance, regulatory readiness & results of large, strategic/diverse disciplines cross-functional teams or departments /areas / clinics over a large functional domain or multiple domains in a large geography; Accountable for ensuring organizational mission, values & goals are being carried out within a matrixed organization.  

Single ministry-level nursing function or discipline; Provides decision support, operations & / or optimization leadership focus; Influences / shapes strategy to address internal or external business & regulatory issues; Engages in enterprise level strategy alignment; Proactively identifies, defines & solves complex problems that impact the management & direction of the business; Leads multidisciplinary projects or initiatives; Manages large diverse teams of senior professionals. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health and MercyOne Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions. 

• Our Trinity Health Culture: Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, Actions & Promise in behaviors, practices & decisions. 

• Professional Nursing Practice: Acts independently & appropriately within license, scope of knowledge & experience in practice area.  Supports safety by adhering to standards & acting as a champion role model.  Accountable for personal learning & development by participating in knowledge, skill & competency enhancing activities.  

• Professional Nursing Process: Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates (document, teach, coordinate, advocate) standard elements of professional practice: Assess, Diagnose, Outcomes Identification / Solutions, Plan, Implement, Evaluate (ANA); Participates in the development of clinical standards that are collaborative, collegial & supported by current & relevant evidence-based practices, science, trends & data (clinical & administrative) & patient care (AONL).  

• Professional Leadership Practice: Inspires team to embrace the organization’s Mission, Values & Vision; Cultivates excellence by supporting growth & development of team; Advocates for continuous development with focus on mentoring & succession planning; Engages & fosters transpersonal teaching & learning in the context of the caring relationship; Embraces & encourages humanistic-altruistic values & behaviors; Advances nurses & others in the provision of quality-focused, patient-centered & relationship-based healthcare; Utilizes transformational leadership principles (Magnet); Leads team effectively through change, recognizing reach beyond nursing to include broader healthcare implications; Embraces ideas & cultural differences while managing complex or competing priorities; Enhances a culturally proficient work team through respect, dialogue & inclusion. 

• Professional Leadership Process: Provides leadership & retains accountability for delegation, choices, decisions & outcomes; Collaborates with key stakeholders & contributes to quality & improvement practices; Empowers staff to creatively problem-solve through the caring process (Caritas); Enhances an environment that prioritizes patient & colleague safety utilizing established & evidence-based practices, tools, methodologies; Drives effective patient, process, performance & stewardship / financial outcomes as measured by established metrics & trended data; Exhibits agility & willingness to take on new & additional responsibilities.  

• Environment of Care: Facilitates a healing environment, reverentially encouraging and supporting basic needs as sacred acts, sustaining human dignity; Practices in an environmentally safe, professional manner; Values &  advocates for the patient’s cultural beliefs & faith; Monitors & initiates corrections or evidence-based practices; Promotes optimum physical & psychological behaviors; Influences effective, judicious & financially responsible use of resources (people, equipment, supplies, materials).  

• Colleague Experience & Well-being: Fosters a continuous learning & development environment; stimulates & adopts innovative practices; Cultivates caring by encouraging a work environment that is respectful of colleague well-being; Understands & embraces change through the active encouragement of innovation & provisioning teams with tools & resources necessary for successful transformation; Leads others through change process. 

• Compassion & Communication: Incorporates colleague well-being dimensions throughout the colleague experience as an essential component of leading nursing practices; Actively participates in building community by fostering trusting relationships; Visible and accessible to the team; Facilitates development of interpersonal relationships & use of effective & respectful written, verbal & nonverbal communications; Demonstrates authentic listening by forgiving & accepting positive & negative feelings; Encourages & models communication that respects diversity & divergent opinions; Employs communication strategies that shows the value of patient & family participation in care.  

• Maintains a Working Knowledge of applicable federal, state & local laws / regulations, Trinity Health Integrity & Compliance Program & Code of Conduct, as well as other policies, procedures & guidelines in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior & safe work practices. 

• Other duties as needed and assigned by the manager. 

• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other Trinity Health and MercyOne policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Advanced degree is required: e.g. MSN (Master of Science in Nursing), MHA (Master of Health Administration), or MBA (Master of Business Administration), with at least one degree, either undergraduate or graduate, in nursing.  

• Current Iowa RN license, (MercyOne Genesis - current Registered Nurse (RN) license in either Iowa or Illinois is required at the time of hire. A secondary RN license for the other state must be obtained within 12 months of the hire date.)