Registered Nurse - Inpatient & ED

Jimmy Jazz; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Story County Medical Center in Nevada, Iowa, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for our Inpatient Unit and Emergency Department. Join a community-focused team delivering top-quality healthcare.

As an RN, you will apply emergency nursing skills, assess and treat acutely ill patients, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team while ensuring accurate documentation and patient confidentiality. Required: graduation from an accredited nursing program, Iowa RN license, 6 months of acute care

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Current, unrestricted Iowa RN license.
• Minimum 6 months of acute care nursing.
• BLS within 30 days of start date; ACLS within designated period; PALS/ENPC within designated period; TNCC within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Apply emergency nursing skills for acutely ill/injured patients using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation).
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care within IBON scope and hospital policies; alert Charge nurse of concerns.
• Promote patient-centered care by respecting patient values and coordinating care across teams.
• Triage patients quickly per ED triage policies.
• Document assessments and care plan progress accurately and thoroughly.
• Provide oversight to LPNs, CNAs, and Unit Secretary; oversee documentation and unit operations.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient, resident, and personnel information.

Skills

Nursing

Acute care

BLS

ACLS

PALS/ENPC

TNCC

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

RN licensure in Iowa

BSN preferred

Job description

• Employee Type Hourly

Description

Are you seeking a new and exciting chapter in your career journey? Join us at Story County Medical Center as a REGISTERED NURSE (RN) within our Inpatient Unit and Emergency Department! Located in Nevada, Iowa, we deliver top-quality healthcare across multiple specialties in a community-focused setting. Be part of our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in healthcare!

As a REGISTERED NURSE (RN) you will:

• Apply professional emergency nursing skills in the care and treatment of acutely ill and injured patients utilizing the nursing process; assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Use nursing process and provides care within Iowa Board of Nursing (IBON) scope of practice and in accordance with hospital policies/procedures; alerts Charge nurse of concerns.
• Promote patient-centered care through respect of patient’s value, preferences, and expressed needs, coordination and integration of care, and transition and continuity.
• Collaborate with the patient, significant others, and ancillary departments to create a multidisciplinary healthcare team whose goal is to provide care that is continuous and well-coordinated.
• Triage patients quickly and efficiently per the Emergency Department’s policies specific to Triage.
• Document accurately and thoroughly the assessment findings and care plan progress.
• Provide oversight and delegates to (as appropriate) LPNs, CNAs, and Unit Secretary (i.e. overseeing documentation, cares, and general operations of the unit).
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient, resident, and personnel information.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about optimizing patient care? We are looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Graduate from an accredited and approved nursing program required.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the state of Iowa required.
• Minimum of 6 months of acute care nursing.
• BLS certification within 30 days of start date
• ACLS Certification within specified period after employment.
• PALS Provider or ENPC within specified period after employment.
• TNCC within 6 months of employment.
• Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to maintain a high standard of courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co-workers, physicians, patients, residents, volunteers, and visitors.
• Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Ability to delegate wisely, exercise good judgment, maintain positive interpersonal relationships, adapt to change, evaluate critically and think creatively.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills required for specialized area of assignment.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide nursing care appropriate to patients of all ages.
• Must have legal authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or higher
• Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
• Previous ED or critical care nursing

WHY CHOOSE US?

Are you looking for a workplace that prioritizes your well-being and supports your professional growth? Look no further! We offer a competitive salary range paired with a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist you throughout your career journey.

At Story Medical, we provide access to wellness resources, professional development opportunities, retirement planning assistance, and a supportive work environment. We believe in equipping our team members with the tools and resources they need to succeed. Join us and become part of a community where your contributions are valued, and your growth is encouraged.

Department: Inpatient and Skill Unit / Emergency Department

Employment Type: Regular, Full-Time

Salary Range: $30.00 - $47.63 per hour (competitive and commensurate with experience)

Work Authorization: Please note that Story County Medical Center will only employ individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. Candidates with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN, or those who require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire at this time.