Med Surg RN

Trinity Health; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Relocation bonus

Job summary

MercyOne Central Iowa, part of Trinity Health, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the night shift to provide comprehensive nursing care in Des Moines metro area. You will coordinate with physicians, educate patients and families, and supervise healthcare staff while ensuring safe, evidence-based practice.

We offer a sign-on bonus up to $20,000 and relocation assistance. Iowa RN license is required, with a nursing degree from an accredited program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current Iowa RN license.

Responsibilities

• Administers nursing care with assessment, planning and evaluation of the care plan with physicians.
• Educates patients and families on health problems and solutions.
• Supervises healthcare staff with patients.
• Uses electronic systems to document and communicate patient data.
• Maintains documentation requirements for patient records.
• Works independently under Nursing Practice Act and policies.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup and use (IV pumps, monitors).
• Uses IV pump libraries and monitor alarms to maximize safety.
• Rotates shifts, weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient education

Team supervision

Electronic records

Patient safety

Education

RN license

Nursing degree

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Night Shift Description: Posting Job 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 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.

Sign on Bonus of up to $20,000 and Relocation Bonus!

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.

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.