Perioperative RN: 12-Hour Float Team

MercyOne; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Des Moines in Des Moines, IA is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the Perioperative Services unit. This role provides individualized nursing care to patients of all ages, coordinating care at admission, transfer and discharge, and floating to cover all perioperative areas.

The RN uses the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center policies, and professional judgment to deliver care, participate in ongoing education, and support patient autonomy, dignity, and rights while adhering

Qualifications

• Current Iowa RN license (or compact state license).
• BLS certification within six weeks of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Administers nursing care to patients; includes assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient’s care plan in coordination with the physician.
• Provides nursing care guided by physician orders, unit protocols and professional judgment.
• Communicates effectively with staff, physicians, patients, families and other healthcare team members.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities related to clinical knowledge and professional issues.
• Contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues by sharing knowledge and skills.
• Delivers care in a manner that preserves patient autonomy, dignity and rights.
• Considers safety, effectiveness and cost in planning/delivering patient care.
• Provides patient/family education and counseling on health problems.
• Utilizes hospital information system to process orders/data and retrieve patient information.
• Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements for patients’ records.
• Works independently with limited supervision using Nurse Practice Act and Mercy policies.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use.
• Initiates emergency measures (CPR) when needed.
• Complies with OSHA/JCAHO and other guidelines.
• Assists with clerical duties and maintains supplies and environment.
• Provides orientation/education for staff, students, and other organizations.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Team coordination

Education

RN license (IA or compact)

Job description

MercyOne Des Moines in Des Moines, IA is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the Perioperative Services unit. This role provides individualized nursing care to patients of all ages, coordinating care at admission, transfer and discharge, and floating to cover all perioperative areas.

The RN uses the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center policies, and professional judgment to deliver care, participate in ongoing education, and support patient autonomy, dignity, and rights while adhering