Emergency Department RN – Dynamic Shifts, Real Impact

Mercy Medical Center; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Registered Nurse for a temporary assignment in the Emergency Department. The role requires current Iowa RN license, BLS, and ability to provide patient-centered care with accuracy and compassion.

You will collaborate with the ED team, document in real time, educate patients and families, and participate in safety protocols while supporting department goals.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a registered nurse in Iowa or compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required by AHA.
• Trauma/Nurse certifications (TNCC/NRP) within stated timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Ensures accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated during hand-offs and with patients, families, and staff.
• Demonstrates competent assessment, planning, intervention, coordination and evaluation based on the patient plan of care.
• Maintains real-time documentation of nursing care for the healthcare team.
• Directs licensed and non-licensed staff in provision of care as assigned.
• Communicates effectively with the healthcare team and educates patients and families.
• Upholds patient safety practices and participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Attends department meetings and contributes to ED department goals.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

RN License

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Registered Nurse for a temporary assignment in the Emergency Department. The role requires current Iowa RN license, BLS, and ability to provide patient-centered care with accuracy and compassion.

You will collaborate with the ED team, document in real time, educate patients and families, and participate in safety protocols while supporting department goals.