Jumpstart RN Progressive Care Unit *New Grads*

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,500 monthly stipend

Reimbursement for board and licensure fees

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Des Moines is seeking a part-time nursing support role. The position involves delivering patient care, assisting with hygiene, and responding to patient needs. Candidates must be enrolled in a registered nursing program and hold BLS certification within a specified timeframe. This role supports compassionate, person-centered care and is an opportunity to build a career with the organization.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter training within three months of hire.
• American Heart Association BLS certified within six weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Delivers assigned patient care and treatment as delegated.
• Performs or assists patients with personal hygiene and activities.
• Responds to patient calls and anticipates needs.
• Calculates intake and output, measures vital signs.
• Initiates or assists with emergency support measures.

Skills

Patient care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Communication

Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited registered nursing program

Job description

HERE’S HOW IT WORKS

• Earn a $1,500 monthly stipend while you finish the last 9 months of your RN education.
• MercyOne will reimburse your board and licensure fees.
• Once you have your licensure, start your career with MercyOne (18-month retention requirement).

Key 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.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Qualifications

• 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

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.