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Acute Care RN – Oncology Registered Nurse

MercyOne Medical Group

Des Moines (IA)

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USD 60,000 - 80,000

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Job summary

MercyOne is hiring an Oncology RN to deliver high-quality patient care in a collaborative environment. The role involves assessing and implementing nursing care, guiding healthcare personnel, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. Join a leading healthcare provider committed to community health and employee well-being.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement
Night Shift Differential
Wellness Programs
Paid Time Off
Education Reimbursement
Customized Health Insurance Plans
Retirement Planning
Life Insurance Coverage

Qualifications

  • Current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse.
  • Completion of BLS certification within six weeks of hire.
  • Training as Mandatory Reporter within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Provides individualized, high-quality care to patients.
  • Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care.
  • Guides and directs healthcare personnel.

Skills

Patient Care
Assessment
Communication

Education

Registered Nurse Licensure in Iowa
BLS Certification

Job description

Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Rotating Shift
Description:
Job Posting Title:

RN – Oncology

About MercyOne:

At MercyOne, healthcare is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

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. It is also 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

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Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire an amazing Oncology RN!

As a Registered Nurse on the Oncology unit at MercyOne, you will provide individualized, high-quality care to patients of all ages. You will use a team approach to delegate and coordinate care during admission, transfer, and discharge. In this role, you will independently deliver nursing care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, MercyOne policies, nursing standards, ethical principles, and professional judgment.

  • Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.
  • Practices safe patient handling techniques.
  • Continuously evaluates assigned patients and provides ongoing treatment.
  • Anticipates, identifies, and responds to the educational and emotional needs of patients and families.
  • Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients.
  • Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices).
  • Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug libraries and monitor alarms whenever available to maximize patient safety.
  • Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patients from injury).
  • Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene).

Schedule:

  • Full Time: 36 hours per week
  • Available Shifts: Days (7 AM – 7 PM) / Nights (7 PM – 7 AM)
  • Every other holiday, and every other weekend

Position Highlights and Benefits:

  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Eligible for a generous Night Shift Differential

We prioritize your well-being—both physical and mental—which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes:

  • Wellness programs
  • Education reimbursement
  • Customized health insurance plans (including dental and vision)
  • Paid time off
  • Long- and short-term leave
  • Retirement planning
  • Life insurance coverage

General Requirements:

  • 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 certification within six (6) weeks of hire

Education:

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

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

Ready to Join Us?

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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.

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