Experienced RN - Experienced Registered Nurse

MercyOne; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual starts day one!

Benefits day one

Increased pay rates

New and improved tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center is hiring experienced registered nurses to join our team. We offer day shift or night shift options and a full-time role within a community-focused hospital that provides 24/7 emergency coverage.

As a Magnet-designated facility, we support professional growth, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package. You will deliver high-quality patient care and collaborate with a dedicated care team to improve community health.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Registered Nurse license in Iowa.
• BSN preferred; magnet hospital emphasis.
• Certification by a nationally recognized nursing organization is preferred.
• Mandatory Reporter Training for child and dependent adult within 6 months.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients across units.
• Participate in 24/7 shift coverage including day and night shifts.
• Adhere to MercyOne nursing standards and Magnet Hospital practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Nursing professionalism

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

RN license in Iowa

BSN preferred

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: At MercyOne, health care 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 Dubuque Medical Center is a 25-bed critical access hospital, which provides a vital lifesaving link to rural communities in Clayton County and surrounding areas through ambulance and emergency services. MercyOne is committed to providing quality, personalized and safe health care close to home.

The emergency department is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week with board certified physicians and advanced level practitioners who are well-trained to treat emergency needs. MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center is certified as a Level IV Trauma Center by the Iowa Department of Public Health.

Some of our Favorite Perks!

• PTO accrual starts day one!
• Benefits day one
• Increased pay rates
• New and improved tuition reimbursement program!

We are looking for experienced RN's to join our team at MercyOne Dubuque--we have day shift or night shift available!

We’re a full-service hospital committed to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our staff every step of the way. With multiple units and flexible shifts available, you’ll find opportunities that fit your expertise and lifestyle. Here, your experience matters—your voice is heard, your growth is encouraged, and your work makes a real impact in the community.

The Mercy registered nurse must hold an active license to practice nursing in the state of Iowa. A baccalaureate degree in nursing and certification by a nationally recognized nursing organization is preferred and strongly encouraged. An applicant must have a minimum of an associate’s degree in nursing. The registered nurse continuously seeks opportunities to enhance his or her own professional nursing practice. Membership in an appropriate professional nursing organization is recommended.

Mercy Medical Center promotes excellence in nursing practice and a thriving professional practice environment, as evidenced by our designation as a Magnet Hospital. Consistent with the American Nurses Association’s Nursing Social Policy Statement (2010), we support the definition of professional nursing and the essential features of contemporary nursing practice including:

• Provision of a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing
• Attention to the range of human experiences and responses to health, disease, and illness within the physical and social environments
• Integration of objective data with knowledge gained from an appreciation of the patient’s or group’s subjective experience
• Application of scientific knowledge to the processes of diagnosis and treatment through the use of judgment and critical thinking
• Advancement of professional nursing knowledge through scholarly inquiry
• Influence of social and public policy to promote social justice

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Must be a registered nurse and must hold an active license to practice nursing in the State of Iowa.
• Certification by a nationally recognized nursing organization is preferred and strongly encouraged.
• The registered nurse continuously seeks opportunities to enhance his or her own professional nursing practice. Membership in an appropriate professional nursing organization is recommended.
• Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) will be required within 30 days of hire and every 2 years thereafter.

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.