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IA_MOCEN01 Catholic Health Initiatives - Iowa Corp; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Central Iowa is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for a part-time role in the Des Moines area. The position involves direct patient care, education, and coordination with physicians and healthcare teams.

The nurse will work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, and utilize computer systems for documentation and communication. Current Iowa RN license and graduation from an accredited nursing program are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in Iowa.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Administers nursing care to patients and plans/implements the care in coordination with the physician.
• Provides patient/family education and counseling on health problems.
• Supervises healthcare team members with patients.
• Uses computer applications to document, retrieve and analyze information for communication and education.
• Maintains documentation requirements for patient records.
• Works independently under the Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies.
• Knowledge of equipment setup and use (IV pumps, monitoring equipment).
• Utilizes safety features to maximize patient safety.
• Rotating shifts, weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Skills

Patient care

Education & counseling

Supervision

Communication

Education

RN license Iowa

Nursing degree

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Employment Type & Shift

Employment Type: Part time

Shift Schedules

Level 1 Commitment - 2 shifts (24 hours)/6-week schedule

Level 2 Commitment - 4 shifts (48 hours)/6-week schedule

Level 3 Commitment - 8 shifts (96 hours)/6-week schedule

About MercyOne

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 Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa's largest employers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Administers nursing care to patients; includes assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating the patient's care plan in coordination with the physician.
• Provides patient/family or caregiver education and counseling in recognition and solution of physical, emotional and environmental health problems.
• Supervises health care members (i.e., patient care technicians, etc.) with patients.
• Utilizes computer applications and communication technologies appropriate to the work setting to enter, retrieve and analyze information and to facilitate communication and education.
• Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements needed for patients' record.
• Works independently with limited direct supervision using the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center polices, nursing standards and professional judgement.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices).
• Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms whenever available to maximize patient safety.
• Works rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

EDUCATION

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

LICENSURE

Current license as a Registered Nurse from the State of Iowa required.

Commitment & Values

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

About Trinity Health

• 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.