Charge RN - Neuro Trauma

MercyOne Medical Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Trinity Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Charge Nurse for the 7S cardiac telemetry unit on 12-hour day shifts. You will lead shift operations, coordinate patient care, and support staff to ensure safe, ethical, and efficient delivery of care for heart failure patients, including VAD training paths.

You will develop staffing plans, resolve clinical issues, mentor staff, and participate in quality improvement activities while maintaining regulatory compliance and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current or compact state RN license.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• 12 months of RN experience required; 24 months preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains departmental staffing plan.
• Oversees daily operations and staff management.
• Resolves clinical issues and liaises between nurses, physicians, and admin teams.
• Provides staff orientation and education.
• Leads the delivery of safe and effective patient care.
• Delivers nursing care in collaboration with the physician.
• Participates in interviewing and hiring decisions as delegated.
• Maintains documentation accuracy for patient records.
• Ensures compliance with Joint Commission standards and policies.
• Acts as a resource and mentor for staff and students.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary rounds and care conferences.
• Leads quality improvement activities and safety rounds.

Skills

RN license

BLS certified

Staff leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day ShiftDescription:

• 0-1 years of experience: $10,000

• 1-3 years of experience: $15,000

• 3+ years of experience: $20,000

7S is a cardiac telemetry unit specializing in heart failure management. Nurses on the unit are trained to care for patients with Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs), gaining valuable experience in advanced cardiac therapies. New graduate nurses can expect to begin VAD training after six months on the unit, while experienced nurses will receive VAD training after orientation.

POSITION PURPOSE

ThededicatedCharge Nurseisaregistered nurse responsiblefor providingshift-to-shift leadership for the practice and delivery of safe, effective, efficient, ethical, and culturally competent care to theunitpatient population.This pivotal role bridges direct patient care with administrative responsibilities, ensuringoptimalpatient outcomes through effective leadership, resource allocation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.The Charge Nurse ensures adherence toestablishedpolicies, promotes a collaborative work environment, and supports staff development whilemaintainingpatient safety and satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develops andmaintainsdepartmental daily staffing plan detailingappropriate employeeclassifications and qualifications consistent with the department's operational plan, projected volumes, patient/acuityand 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 havea positive care experience.

Leadsstaff 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 theunit 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, andapplicablefederal, 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,physiciansand other caregivers to achieve consensus for the plan of care.Consultswith the Ethics Committee asappropriate.

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

Leads quality improvement activities including performance improvement processes tofacilitateclinical practice changes.

Conduct follow-up on incident reports as directed by theUnit leaderandparticipatein 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 assuranceactivities asidentified 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,establishednursing standards, and sound professional judgment.

Plans unit and nursing resourceutilizationbased on established admission,dischargeand transfer criteria,initiatingappropriate interventionand collaboration tooptimizepatient 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.

Identifiesand communicates staff needs to theunit leader.

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

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

Reviews and codes asindicatedfor shift needs in timekeeping system.

Collaborate withUnit leaderto balance schedule after closure of self-schedulingtime-periodand prior to completion of schedule.

Leads or delegates daily huddles andmaintainshuddle boards in collaboration and direction fromUnit leader.

Assistsnursing and interdisciplinary team in patient/family education and discharge planning.

Mission Statement:

We,MercyOneTrinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Core Values:

• Reverence:Wehonor 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:Wefoster right relationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth.

• Stewardship:Wehonor our heritage and hold ourselves accountable for the human,financialand 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 monthspreferred.

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.