Acute Care RN - Night Shift: High-Impact Care

MercyOne; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne in West Des Moines, IA seeks an Acute Care Registered Nurse for a 12-hour night shift. The role covers acute medical/surgical patients, supervision of LPNs and PCTs, and collaboration with physicians and families to ensure safe, effective care.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate degree in nursing and Iowa RN license; BSN preferred. Strong assessment, care planning, and documentation skills are essential for discharge planning and patient advocacy.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing required.
• BSN preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license.
• BLS required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple patients and coordinate care.

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial assessment within 30 minutes of arrival.
• Develops outcome-based plans and coordinates care.
• Implements plan, assigns tasks, and documents progress.
• Coordinates discharge planning with patient/family and team.
• Maintains clear communication with physicians and interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Critical thinking

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Associate degree in nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

MercyOne in West Des Moines, IA seeks an Acute Care Registered Nurse for a 12-hour night shift. The role covers acute medical/surgical patients, supervision of LPNs and PCTs, and collaboration with physicians and families to ensure safe, effective care.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate degree in nursing and Iowa RN license; BSN preferred. Strong assessment, care planning, and documentation skills are essential for discharge planning and patient advocacy.