Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN): Endoscopy

IHA; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Des Moines Endoscopy is seeking an experienced outpatient RN to support the Endoscopy suite. You will deliver patient care across all phases of the patient journey, from admission to discharge, ensuring safety and quality of care for diverse patients.

The role requires IV skills, EMR proficiency, and collaboration with physicians and staff. This is a day shift, part-time position with no weekends or holidays typically required.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa RN license.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certified or obtained within 6 months of hire.
• ProVation RN & MD familiarity preferred.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care during all phases of Endoscopy from admission to discharge.
• Demonstrate ability to organize work and maintain patient safety and quality of care.
• Perform IV starts and maintain IV access as needed.
• Review patient charts and documentation for completeness.
• Prepare procedure rooms and assist physicians during procedures.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Endoscopy experience

IV skills

EMR

ACLS (certified or to be obtained)

Education

RN license in Iowa

BLS certification

ACLS within 6 months

Basic computer skills

ProVation RN & MD familiarity

Tools

EMR software

ProVation RN

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.

With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a outpatient RN for our MercyOne Des Moines Endoscopy

As a outpatient RN at MercyOne, you will contribute to the success of the clinic by providing patient care, through all phases of the Endoscopy experience; admission through discharge according to established guidelines. Provides patient care activities to patients of diverse ages.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day Shift

Schedule

• PRN
• Office Hours: M-F 7:00a -5:00p
• No Weekends No Holidays

General Requirements

• Prepares and evaluates outpatients prior to the procedure in an efficient and caring manner to provide for a smooth patient flow. May include doing pre-procedure phone calls to patients and/or physician offices to obtain information.
• Demonstrates the ability to organize work and enhance the safety and quality of patient care, service and treatment.
• Proficient in IV skills.
• Review charts to ensure completeness in documentation.
• Prepares for cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of the patient and physician.
• Provides a safe environment for customers: patient, family, physicians and staff.
• Collects and analyzes data and assesses patient in developing nursing diagnosis / plan of care.
• Communicates effectively with the patient, staff, physicians, families, and other health care team members.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and function.
• Initiates and directs procedure rooms, clean up and turnover.
• EKG interpretation.
• Ongoing physiological assessment through all phases of the Endoscopy experience.
• Utilize computer software for electronic medical record documentation (EMR).
• Actively assists physicians in a large variety of endoscopy procedures.

Education

• Possession of a current or compact state license as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
• Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft office products. Helpful if familiar with ProVation RN & MD.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified or obtained within six (6) months of hire.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak English language.

Benefits

• Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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.