Night Shift PCU RN - 36-Hour Week, Compassionate Care

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Education reimbursement

Dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Long- and short-term leave

Retirement planning

Life insurance coverage

Job summary

MercyOne Central Iowa is hiring an RN for the Progressive Care Unit Night Shift (7 PM – 7 AM). This full-time role offers a 36-hour workweek with night shift differential and relocation incentive eligibility.

The successful candidate will provide individualized nursing care across all ages, supervise patient care, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure safety and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa RN licensure is required.
• 1 year nursing experience for night shift.
• BLS certification within six weeks of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter training within 3 months of hire.

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 in caring for patients.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices).
• Initiates emergency support measures as needed.

Skills

Nursing care

Team coordination

Patient assessment

Critical thinking

Education

Registered Nurse licensure Iowa

BLS certification

Tools

IV pumps

Monitoring equipment

Drainage devices

Job description

MercyOne Central Iowa is hiring an RN for the Progressive Care Unit Night Shift (7 PM – 7 AM). This full-time role offers a 36-hour workweek with night shift differential and relocation incentive eligibility.

The successful candidate will provide individualized nursing care across all ages, supervise patient care, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure safety and quality outcomes.