Mother/Baby RN

MercyOne Medical Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group in Des Moines, IA is seeking a registered nurse for the Mother Baby Unit on the East Tower, 2nd floor. The unit supports 40 private rooms for high- and low-risk postpartum patients and a newborn nursery, with nurses and medical providers collaborating to care for mothers, babies, and medical patients.

We deliver compassionate, patient-centered care as part of MercyOne Central Iowa, a long-standing hospital system known for serving the Des Moines metro area and surrounding

Qualifications

• Must hold current Iowa RN license.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certified within 6 weeks.
• Mandatory Reporter training within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care for patients.
• Coordinate care with the healthcare team during admission, transfer, and discharge.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and education; provide discharge planning.

Skills

Patient care

Team coordination

Emergency response

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse license (Iowa)

Tools

IV pumps

Monitoring equipment

Resuscitation equipment

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: Mother Baby Unit East Tower, 2nd floor
This unit has 40 private rooms for both high risk and low risk postpartum patients, post-operative surgery and medical patients. As part of MercyOne Children’s Hospital the unit also has a newborn nursery. Nursing and medical providers work together as a team to deliver care for the newborn, mother as well as medical patients.

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. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.

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.

Job Summary / Purpose

Provides individualized, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages. Uses a team approach to delegate and coordinate patient care at admission, transfer, and discharge. Independently delivers nursing care using the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center policies, nursing standards, ethical principles, and professional judgment. Works rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort. Practices safe patient handling techniques. Continues to evaluate assigned patients and provides ongoing treatment. Anticipates, identifies, and responds to educational and emotional needs of patients and families. Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients. Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, 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. Initiates emergency support measures (i.e. cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury). Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene).

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa

• 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.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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.