NTICU RN – Neuro Trauma Intensive Care Registered Nurse

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive

Night shift differential

Job summary

MercyOne Trinity Health is seeking an ICU RN for night shifts in Des Moines, IA. The role involves critical care assessments, care coordination, and ECMO-capable responsibilities as needed. Licensure in Iowa is required, with IL license if working across state lines.

The position offers a full-time schedule, night shift differential, and relocation incentives eligibility. The organization emphasizes safety, teamwork, and compassionate, patient-centered care within a faith-based system.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; BSN preferred.
• No experience required; critical care nursing experience preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license (IL license if working in IL).
• BLS certification mandatory.
• ACLS within 12 months of hire.
• Cardiac monitoring course or related critical care training.
• NVCI training within 6 months of hire.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to perform under pressure and lead others in high-stress environments.
• If caring for ECLS patients as a Specialist: complete ELSO course and competency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan patient care; develop outcome-based plans.
• Coordinate and deliver patient care; delegate tasks as needed.
• Reassess patients; update care plans; document thoroughly.
• Communicate patient status across teams and during shift changes.
• Demonstrate clinical competencies; administer medications safely.
• Provide ECMO patient care, data documentation and education (if applicable).
• Deliver age-appropriate care based on patient needs.
• Follow infection control, safety procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain professional integrity and comply with policies.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training.

Skills

Critical care

ECMO knowledge

Patient assessment

Nursing leadership

Education

Associate degree

BSN preferred

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: NTICU RN Nights ** New ICU RN Rate ** Employment Type: Full Time - 36 hours per week Shift Schedule: Night Shift (7 PM - 7 AM)

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Relocation incentive eligible
• Eligible for a new generous Night 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.

Our Commitment

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.

Trinity Health Overview

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.