Pre/Post Surgery Registered Nurse (RN)

MercyOne Medical Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group in Des Moines, IA is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to guide patients through their surgical journey in the Pre/Post-Surgery team. You will educate patients, monitor recovery, and collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the broader healthcare team.

Join a mission-driven environment that emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, on-site teamwork, and ongoing professional growth. The role requires a current Iowa RN license and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa or Compact State RN license.
• American Heart Association BLS certification (or ability to obtain within six weeks of hire).
• Strong communication, clinical assessment, and teamwork skills.
• Experience in surgical services, recovery, ambulatory care, or acute care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, educate, and prepare patients before surgical procedures.
• Monitor and care for patients during post-operative recovery.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team to ensure safe, high-quality care.
• Educate patients and families on procedures, recovery expectations, and discharge instructions.
• Utilize clinical judgment and critical thinking to support positive patient outcomes.
• Advocate for patients while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Communication

Clinical assessment

Teamwork

Job description

Guide Patients Through Their Surgical Journey

Are you a compassionate RN who enjoys patient education, critical thinking, and delivering exceptional care? Join our Pre/Post Surgery team and play a vital role in preparing patients for surgery and supporting their recovery. You'll work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure a safe, seamless experience for patients and families.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

This is an excellent opportunity for nurses who thrive in a fast-paced environment while building meaningful connections with patients throughout their surgical journey.

What You'll Do

• Assess, educate, and prepare patients before surgical procedures.
• Monitor and care for patients during post-operative recovery.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team to ensure safe, high-quality care.
• Educate patients and families on procedures, recovery expectations, and discharge instructions.
• Utilize clinical judgment and critical thinking to support positive patient outcomes.
• Advocate for patients while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

What We're Looking For

• Current Iowa or Compact State RN license.
• American Heart Association BLS certification (or ability to obtain within six weeks of hire).
• Strong communication, clinical assessment, and teamwork skills.
• Experience in surgical services, recovery, ambulatory care, or acute care is preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Support patients through every step of their surgical experience
• Collaborative team environment with strong physician partnerships
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Mission-driven culture focused on exceptional patient care

Schedule

• Full-Time: 36 hours per week - Day Shift
• Includes participation in an on-call rotation, weekend rotation, and holiday coverage as needed

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.