Pre- & Post-Op Registered Nurse — Day Shift

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

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a full-time nurse for the Day Shift. The role provides individualized, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages using a team approach and professional judgment.

Responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans, communicating with the care team, and adhering to patient autonomy and safety standards. Weekend/holiday coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Proof of 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 care plan.
• 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.
• Delivers care preserving patient autonomy, dignity and rights.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Mandatory Reporter training

English language

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a full-time nurse for the Day Shift. The role provides individualized, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages using a team approach and professional judgment.

Responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans, communicating with the care team, and adhering to patient autonomy and safety standards. Weekend/holiday coverage may be required.