Night ICU RN: Critical Care & ECMO Specialist

Trinity Health; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive

Night shift differential

Job summary

MercyOne Trinity Health in West Des Moines, IA seeks an ICU RN for Night Shift (7 PM – 7 AM) to provide high-acuity care. The role offers Full Time (36 hours/week) with a relocation incentive possible and a thoughtful night shift differential.

Essential functions include assessment, care planning, implementation, documentation, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams. ECMO care is possible for specialized cases; strong critical care skills are required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; BSN preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license; IL license valid if practicing in IL.
• BLS certification and Mandatory Reporter.
• ACLS within 12 months of hire.
• Complete ECG monitoring/critical care coursework or equivalent.
• NVCI training within 6 months of hire.
• Proficient computer and documentation skills.
• Ability to lead and work with diverse teams.
• Ability to work under pressure with independence and accountability.
• Experience with ECMO patients (if designated specialist) and related competencies.
• Must meet organization’s safety, infection control and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments and develop outcome-based care plans.
• Coordinate and deliver patient care, delegating tasks appropriately and collaborating with the care team.
• Regularly reassess patients, update care plans, and document thoroughly.
• Communicate patient status and care needs across teams and during shift transitions.
• Follow protocols, administer medications safely, and demonstrate proficiency in required systems.
• Provide advanced care for ECMO patients, including circuit management and data documentation (if applicable).
• Deliver age-appropriate care based on patient needs and developmental stages.
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and regulatory standards.
• Demonstrate professional integrity and participate in ongoing professional development.
• If caring for ECMO patients as a Specialist, complete required ECLS course and competency milestones.

Skills

Critical care nursing

BLS certified

ACLS within 12 months

Leadership in high-stress environments

Ability to work under pressure

ECMO knowledge (if applicable)

Communication across teams

Education

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

MercyOne Trinity Health in West Des Moines, IA seeks an ICU RN for Night Shift (7 PM – 7 AM) to provide high-acuity care. The role offers Full Time (36 hours/week) with a relocation incentive possible and a thoughtful night shift differential.

Essential functions include assessment, care planning, implementation, documentation, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams. ECMO care is possible for specialized cases; strong critical care skills are required.