Night Shift PICU Nurse — Pediatric Critical Care

Trinity Health; Iowa; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Health System in Des Moines area is seeking a full-time RN for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Pediatric Unit. The role involves night shifts, individualized nursing care, and coordinating patient care across admission, transfer, and discharge.

Provides high-quality care to patients of all ages, with a team approach and adherence to Nursing Practice Act and Mercy policies. Equal opportunity employer and focus on compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training completed within 3 months of hire.
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certified within 6 weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.
• Performs safe patient handling and monitoring.
• Evaluates patients and provides ongoing treatment during admission, transfer, and discharge.
• Guides and directs other healthcare staff in caring for patients.
• Maintains safety with equipment and alarms to maximize patient safety.
• Initiates emergency measures when needed and assists with daily patient care tasks.

Skills

RN license

BLS

Job description

MercyOne Health System in Des Moines area is seeking a full-time RN for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Pediatric Unit. The role involves night shifts, individualized nursing care, and coordinating patient care across admission, transfer, and discharge.

Provides high-quality care to patients of all ages, with a team approach and adherence to Nursing Practice Act and Mercy policies. Equal opportunity employer and focus on compassionate, patient-centered care.