Med Surg RN

MercyOne Medical Group; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group in Iowa is seeking a full-time registered nurse for night shift. You will administer nursing care to patients, coordinating with physicians to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care plan.

You will provide patient and family education, supervise care team members, and maintain documentation and equipment knowledge, including IV pumps and monitors, while rotating shifts, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse from the State of Iowa.
• Ability to work full time night shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Administers nursing care to patients in coordination with the physician.
• Provides patient and family education and counseling.
• Supervises health care team members with patients.
• Maintains patient care documentation and uses computer systems to enter and retrieve information.
• Operates equipment such as IV pumps and monitoring devices.
• Rotates shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient education

Staff supervision

Clinical documentation

Equipment operation

Education

Registered Nurse license

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Night Shift Description:

Posting

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.

0-1 years of experience: $10,000
1-3 years of experience: $15,000
3+ years of experience: $20,000

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.

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.