Neuro ICU RN

MercyOne Medical Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive eligible

Newly increased Weekend shift diff

Job summary

MercyOne Trinity Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking an associate degree RN for a part-time night shift in the Neuro ICU. The role includes comprehensive patient assessment, care planning, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams in a high-acuity environment.

Minimum qualifications include Iowa RN license, BLS, ACLS within 12 months, and NVCI within 6 months. Weekend and ECMO responsibilities may apply where needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; BSN preferred.
• Iowa RN license current; IL license if working in IL.
• BLS and Mandatory Reporter.
• ACLS within 12 months of hire.
• NVCI within 6 months of hire.
• ECMO knowledge or training beneficial.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and ongoing patient assessments; develops individualized plans of care.
• Coordinates and delivers patient care, delegating tasks appropriately and collaborating with teams.
• Regularly reassesses patients, updates care plans, and documents thoroughly.
• Effectively communicates patient status and care needs across teams and during shift transitions.
• Follows protocols, administers medications safely, and demonstrates systems proficiency.
• Provides advanced care to ECMO patients including data documentation and education (if applicable).
• Delivers care based on developmental age needs and ensures safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Team leadership

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree

BSN preferred

Iowa RN license

BLS

ACLS within 12 months

NVCI within 6 months

ECMO knowledge

Computer skills

Tools

ECMO equipment handling

Job description

Employment Type:Part timeShift:12 Hour Night ShiftDescription:Neuro ICU RN Part Time Nights

** New ICU RN Rate **

Employment Type:

• Part Time - 24 hours per week
  

Shift Schedule:

• Night Shift (7PM - 7 AM)
  

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Relocation incentive eligible
• Newly increased Weekend shift differential
  

Mission Statement:We, MercyOne Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Essential Functions:

• Assessment & Planning: Performs initial and ongoing patient assessments; develops individualized, outcome-based plans of care.
• Care Implementation: Coordinates and delivers patient care, delegating tasks appropriately and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
• Evaluation & Documentation: Regularly reassesses patients, updates care plans, and documents thoroughly.
• Communication: Effectively communicates patient status and care needs across teams and during shift transitions.
• Clinical Competence: Follows protocols, administers medications safely, and demonstrates proficiency in required systems and procedures.
• ECMO Management (if applicable): Provides advanced care to ECMO patients, including circuit management, data documentation, and technical education.
• Age-Appropriate Care: Delivers care based on developmental stages and patient-specific age needs.
• Safety & Compliance: Follows infection control, safety procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Professional Integrity: Adheres to legal, ethical, and organizational policies and participates in continuous professional development.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Associate degree required, BSN preferred.

2. No experience required; critical care nursing experience preferred.

3. Current Iowa RN license, (current IL license if working in IL).

4. BLS, Mandatory Reporter.

5. ACLS within 12 months of hire.

6. Cardiac monitoring course and/or select units of advance Nursing / Critical Care Course or comparable training

7. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI) within 6 months of hire

8. Basic computer skills required.

9. Ability to work with diverse groups of people.

10. Ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence and accountability.

11. Ability to lead/direct others in a high stress situation/environment.

12. If caring for ECLS patients as a Specialist:

• Attend and satisfy all the requirements of a formal course of study that is based upon the guidelines and recommendations set forth by the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO), designed by the ECLS Program Coordinator, and approved by the ECLS Program Medical Director.
• Complete (72) hours of supervised ECLS case management experience
• First (36) hours obtained with a qualified preceptor at the pump
• Remaining (36) hours obtained as the primary pump specialist with a veteran specialist as the patient’s bedside RN
• Satisfactorily participate in an introductory (8) hour ECLS competency simulation workshop verified by the ECLS Coordinator and ECLS Medical Director.
• Satisfy annual requirements to maintain status as an ECLS specialist.

Position Purpose:

Provides and directs safe, effective and culturally competent care for high risk, critically acute patients with actual or potential life-threatening conditions. Through evidence-based practice, utilizes critical thinking to assess, plan, implement and evaluate outcome-based care of patients. Provides care to critically ill patients including cardiovascular and surgical patients. May assume responsibilities and accountability for assigned ECMO patients. Supervises and coordinates care provided to patients by the LPN, Patient Care Assistants and other nursing team members. Facilitates communication with physicians, patient and family, other departments and/or team members. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of MercyOne.

Des Moines, Iowa

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.