JumpStart RN Ortho Trauma December 2026 Grad

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend during RN education

License/board fee reimbursement

18-month retention after licensure

Job summary

Trinity Health MercyOne in Des Moines is offering a part-time RN student stipend program for students in accredited nursing programs. The role includes hands-on patient care under RN/LPN supervision, essential safety practices, and the opportunity to transition into a career with MercyOne after licensure with an 18-month retention commitment.

Requirements include enrollment in an accredited RN program, being at least 18, and completing mandatory reporter and BLS training within specified

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited registered nursing program.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• CPR/BLS certification and Mandatory Reporter training within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Delivers assigned patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN.
• Assists with activities of daily living and patient care tasks.
• Responds to patient calls and maintains patient safety.
• Performs vital signs and glucose testing as needed.
• Documents patient information in health records.
• Sets up equipment and assists with procedures.

Skills

Patient care delivery

Vital signs

Specimen collection

Education

Enrolled in RN program

Tools

None

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: HERE'S HOW IT WORKS: Earn a $2,500 monthly stipend while you finish the last 6 months of your RN education. Board/license fee reimbursement up to $500 Once you have your licensure, start your career with MercyOne (18-month retention requirement)

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited registered nursing program.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• 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 certified within six (6) weeks of hire.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities:

• Delivers assigned patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN.
• Performs or assists patients with activities including personal hygiene, bathing, ambulation, transporting, range of motion exercises, dressing/undressing, feeding, changing bandages, elimination needs, and emptying drainage devices.
• Responds to patient calls and anticipates patient needs.
• Assures patient safety and comfort through use of safe patient handling techniques, regular rounding, environmental maintenance, equipment maintenance, and other appropriate safety measures.
• Calculates intake and output (excluding IVs).
• Measures vital signs.
• Performs bedside blood glucose testing.
• Makes entries to patient health records as consistent with scope of job duties and in compliance with company policy.
• Initiates or assists with emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).
• Performs post-mortem care.
• Sets up equipment and supplies for procedures.
• Prepares patients and rooms for procedures, admissions, and transfers.
• Discharges patients from system.
• Observes and reports information regarding any change in physical/mental condition, behavior, or status of the patient to the nurse.
• Collects and labels specimens.
• Sets up, operates, and maintains selected pieces of equipment.

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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we're 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.