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MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.
Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines? Click here: Find a Location Des Moines, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Des Moines
Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Medical Assistant/LPN for our Critical Care & Pulmonary Clinic
As a Medical Assistant/LPN at MercyOne, you will be responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and wellbeing of all patients. Accurately preforms preliminary physical tests such as: measures blood pressure, records weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols.
- 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.
Schedule:
Full Time
M-F Days 8a-4:30p
General Requirements:
Medical Assistant
- 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 population served within three (3) months of hire.
LPN
- Current LPN license issued by the State of Iowa
- Clinic/physician office experience preferred
Education:
Medical Assistant
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program.
LPN
- Completion of a Licensed Practical Nurse program
Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!
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.
MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.
Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines Endoscopy Click here: MercyOne Des Moines Endoscopy
Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a outpatient RN for our MercyOne Des Moines Endoscopy
As a outpatient RN at MercyOne, you will contribute to the success of the clinic by providing patient care, through all phases of the Endoscopy experience; admission through discharge according to established guidelines. Provides patient care activities to patients of diverse ages.
Schedule:
- Part time 20 hours a week
- M-F 7:00a -5:00p
- No Weekends No Holidays
General Requirements:
- Prepares and evaluates outpatients prior to the procedure in an efficient and caring manner to provide for a smooth patient flow. May include doing pre-procedure phone calls to patients and/or physician offices to obtain information.
- Demonstrates the ability to organize work and enhance the safety and quality of patient care, service and treatment.
- Proficient in IV skills.
- Review charts to ensure completeness in documentation.
- Prepares for cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of the patient and physician.
- Provides a safe environment for customers: patient, family, physicians and staff.
- Collects and analyzes data and assesses patient in developing nursing diagnosis / plan of care.
- Communicates effectively with the patient, staff, physicians, families, and other health care team members.
- Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and function.
- Initiates and directs procedure rooms, clean up and turnover.
- EKG interpretation.
- Ongoing physiological assessment through all phases of the Endoscopy experience.
- Utilize computer software for electronic medical record documentation (EMR).
- Actively assists physicians in a large variety of endoscopy procedures.
Education:
- Possession of a current or compact state license as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
- 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
- Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft office products. Helpful if familiar with ProVation RN & MD.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified or obtained within six (6) months of hire.
- 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.
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.
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
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
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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Medical Assistant’s may have duties in one or more of the following areas:
Medical Assistant
· Demonstrates ability to recognize urgent/emergent needs of patients and initiate appropriate emergency procedures as needed.
· Demonstrates current level of knowledge of various payor regulations by functioning within those guidelines.
· Follows clinic procedure/protocol for the organization and management of the electronic medical record (i.e. test results, retrieval, filing, creation, repair, charging of electronic medical record).
· Acts to facilitate interdisciplinary communication. Utilizes other members of the health care team in assessing the patient and analyzes patient data. Assesses learning needs of the patient and significant others. Gives accurate and complete information to patient and family.
· Evaluates patient and family understanding of treatment plan and/or instructions.
· Assists with a variety of procedures, exams and/or operation of diagnostic equipment as assigned (i.e. EKG, spirometry, tympanometry, etc.).
· Maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, procedures and medications administered.
· Accurately documents all patient interactions in electronic medical record.
· Reports results and pertinent information to patients and health care team members.
· Functions according to limitations or scope of license or certification.
· Performs basic medical assistant functions (vitals, rooming, assist with procedures, immunizations, medication injections etc), under direction and supervision of provider.
· Maintains professional appearance of patient exam and procedure rooms.
· Maintains supplies in assigned area
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
· 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).
· Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification must be obtained within first year of employment and maintained thereafter.
· Clinic/physician office experience preferred.
· 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 population serve within three (3) months 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.
Earn a $2,000 monthly stipend while you finish the last 9 months of your RN education.
MercyOne will reimburse your board and licensure fees.
Once you have your licensure, start your career with MercyOne (18-month retention requirement).
Working as a PRN Student Nurse Tech during the program is optional
Essential Key Job Responsibilities:
Delivers assigned patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN.
Performs or assists patients with activities including personal hygiene, bathing, ambulation, transporting, range of motion exercises, dressing/undressing, feeding, changing bandages, elimination needs, and emptying drainage devices.
Responds to patient calls and anticipates patient needs.
Assures patient safety and comfort through use of safe patient handling techniques, regular rounding, environmental maintenance, equipment maintenance, and other appropriate safety measures.
Calculates intake and output (excluding IVs). Measures vital signs.
Performs bedside blood glucose testing.
Makes entries to patient health records as consistent with scope of job duties and in compliance with company policy.
Initiates or assists with emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).
Performs post-mortem care.
Sets up equipment and supplies for procedures.
Prepares patients and rooms for procedures, admissions, and transfers.
Discharges patients from system.
Observes and reports information regarding any change in physical/mental condition, behavior, or status of the patient to the nurse.
Collects and labels specimens.
Sets up, operates, and maintains selected pieces of equipment.
Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in an accredited registered nursing program.
Must be 18 years of age.
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.
MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.
Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines Endoscopy Click here: MercyOne Des Moines Endoscopy
Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a outpatient RN for our MercyOne Des Moines Endoscopy
As a outpatient RN at MercyOne, you will contribute to the success of the clinic by providing patient care, through all phases of the Endoscopy experience; admission through discharge according to established guidelines. Provides patient care activities to patients of diverse ages.
Schedule:
- Part time 20 hours a week
- M-F 7:00a -5:00p
- No Weekends No Holidays
General Requirements:
- Prepares and evaluates outpatients prior to the procedure in an efficient and caring manner to provide for a smooth patient flow. May include doing pre-procedure phone calls to patients and/or physician offices to obtain information.
- Demonstrates the ability to organize work and enhance the safety and quality of patient care, service and treatment.
- Proficient in IV skills.
- Review charts to ensure completeness in documentation.
- Prepares for cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of the patient and physician.
- Provides a safe environment for customers: patient, family, physicians and staff.
- Collects and analyzes data and assesses patient in developing nursing diagnosis / plan of care.
- Communicates effectively with the patient, staff, physicians, families, and other health care team members.
- Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and function.
- Initiates and directs procedure rooms, clean up and turnover.
- EKG interpretation.
- Ongoing physiological assessment through all phases of the Endoscopy experience.
- Utilize computer software for electronic medical record documentation (EMR).
- Actively assists physicians in a large variety of endoscopy procedures.
Education:
- Possession of a current or compact state license as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
- 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
- Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft office products. Helpful if familiar with ProVation RN & MD.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified or obtained within six (6) months of hire.
- 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.
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.
Earn a $2,000 monthly stipend while you finish the last 9 months of your RN education.
MercyOne will reimburse your board and licensure fees.
Once you have your licensure, start your career with MercyOne (18-month retention requirement).
Working as a PRN Student Nurse Tech during the program is optional
Essential Key Job Responsibilities:
Delivers assigned patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN.
Performs or assists patients with activities including personal hygiene, bathing, ambulation, transporting, range of motion exercises, dressing/undressing, feeding, changing bandages, elimination needs, and emptying drainage devices.
Responds to patient calls and anticipates patient needs.
Assures patient safety and comfort through use of safe patient handling techniques, regular rounding, environmental maintenance, equipment maintenance, and other appropriate safety measures.
Calculates intake and output (excluding IVs). Measures vital signs.
Performs bedside blood glucose testing.
Makes entries to patient health records as consistent with scope of job duties and in compliance with company policy.
Initiates or assists with emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).
Performs post-mortem care.
Sets up equipment and supplies for procedures.
Prepares patients and rooms for procedures, admissions, and transfers.
Discharges patients from system.
Observes and reports information regarding any change in physical/mental condition, behavior, or status of the patient to the nurse.
Collects and labels specimens.
Sets up, operates, and maintains selected pieces of equipment.
Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in an accredited registered nursing program.
Must be 18 years of age.
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.
** New ICU RN Rate **
Employment Type:
Full Time - 36 hours per week
Shift Schedule:
Night Shift (7 PM - 7 AM)
Position Highlights and Benefits
Relocation incentive eligible
Eligible for a generous Night Shift Differential
Mission Statement: We, MercyOne Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
Essential Functions:Assessment & Planning: Performs initial and ongoing patient assessments; develops individualized, outcome-based plans of care.
Care Implementation: Coordinates and delivers patient care, delegating tasks appropriately and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Evaluation & Documentation: Regularly reassesses patients, updates care plans, and documents thoroughly.
Communication: Effectively communicates patient status and care needs across teams and during shift transitions.
Clinical Competence: Follows protocols, administers medications safely, and demonstrates proficiency in required systems and procedures.
ECMO Management (if applicable): Provides advanced care to ECMO patients, including circuit management, data documentation, and technical education.
Age-Appropriate Care: Delivers care based on developmental stages and patient-specific age needs.
Safety & Compliance: Follows infection control, safety procedures, and regulatory standards.
Professional Integrity: Adheres to legal, ethical, and organizational policies and participates in continuous professional development.
1. Associate degree required, BSN preferred.
2. No experience required; critical care nursing experience preferred.
3. Current Iowa RN license, (current IL license if working in IL).
4. BLS, Mandatory Reporter.
5. ACLS within 12 months of hire.
6. Cardiac monitoring course and/or select units of advance Nursing / Critical Care Course or comparable training
7. TNCC
8. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI) within 6 months of hire
9. High language, intermediate to high math, high critical thinking ability.
8. Basic computer skills required.
9. Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
10. Ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence and accountability.
11. Ability to lead/direct others in a high stress situation/environment.
12. If caring for ECMO patients:
- Attend and satisfy all the requirements of a formal course of study that is based upon the guidelines and recommendations set forth by the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO), designed by the ECLS Program Coordinator, and approved by the ECLS Program Medical Director.
- Complete (72) hours of supervised ECLS case management experience
- First (36) hours obtained with a qualified preceptor at the pump
- Remaining (36) hours obtained as the primary pump specialist with a veteran specialist as the patient’s bedside RN
- Satisfactorily participate in an introductory (8) hour ECLS competency simulation workshop verified by the ECLS Coordinator and ECLS Medical Director.
- Satisfy annual requirements to maintain status as an ECLS specialist.
Position Purpose:
Provides and directs safe, effective and culturally competent care for high risk, critically acute patients with actual or potential life-threatening conditions. Through evidence-based practice, utilizes critical thinking to assess, plan, implement and evaluate outcome-based care of patients. Provides care to critically ill patients including cardiovascular and surgical patients. May assume responsibilities and accountability for assigned ECMO patients. Supervises and coordinates care provided to patients by the LPN, Patient Care Assistants and other nursing team members. Facilitates communication with physicians, patient and family, other departments and/or team members. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of MercyOne.
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.
