Registered Nurse RN - Acute Care

MercyOne

Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 10,000 - 20,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation and Sign On Bonus up to $20
Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Job summary

MercyOne Des Moines is seeking a Registered Nurse for Acute Care on a rotating shift. This full-time role offers relocation and a sign-on bonus up to $20,000. Eligible candidates must hold a current Iowa RN license and obtain BLS within six weeks of hire.

Opportunities span Ortho Trauma, Med/Surg, Neuro Trauma, Cardiac Telemetry, Oncology, and the Acute Care Resource Pool. Expect 36 hours per week across 3 twelve-hour shifts, with days, nights, or rotating options.

Qualifications

  • Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse (Iowa).
  • BLS for Healthcare Providers certification within six weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.
  • Practices safe patient handling techniques.
  • Continues to evaluate assigned patients and provides ongoing treatment.
  • Anticipates and responds to educational and emotional needs of patients and families.
  • Guides healthcare personnel in caring for patients.
  • Maintains equipment knowledge and uses safety features to maximize patient safety.
  • Initiates emergency support measures when required.

Skills

RN license

Education

RN license (Iowa)

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Rotating ShiftDescription:Relocation and Sign On Bonus up to $20,000!!!

  • 0-1 years of experience: $10,000
  • 1-3 years of experience: $15,000
  • 3+ years of experience: $20,000

Discover Your Next Nursing Opportunity in Acute Care!

Whether you're a seasoned nurse looking to advance your career or a new graduate eager to build a strong clinical foundation, our Acute Care team offers the support, growth, and experience you're looking for. Join a collaborative and patient-centered team.

Opportunities are available to serve on a specific unit, or join our Resource Pool! Specialty areas, include:

  • Ortho Trauma
  • Med/Surg
  • Neuro Trauma
  • Cardiac Telemetry
  • Oncology
  • Acute Care Resource Pool

What truly sets this team apart is its culture of growth and development. Five of our seven unit leaders have been promoted from within, demonstrating a strong commitment to investing in our people and creating meaningful career pathways. You'll be surrounded by supportive leaders, experienced colleagues, and opportunities to learn and grow every day.

Summary

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 Registered Nurse

As a RN at MercyOne, you will p r ovide individualized, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages. Uses a team approach to delegate and coordinate patient care at admission, transfer, and discharge. Independently delivers nursing care using the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center policies, nursing standards, ethical principles, and professional judgment. Works rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

  • Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.

  • Practices safe patient handling techniques.

  • Continues to evaluate assigned patients and provides ongoing treatment.

  • Anticipates, identifies , and responds to educational and emotional needs of patients and families.

  • Guides and directs healthcare personnel ( i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients.

  • Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices). Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms whenever available to maximize patient safety.

  • Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).

Schedule:

  • 36 hours/week

  • 3, 12-hour shifts

  • Days, Nights, or Rotating shifts available

Shift Differentials:

  • $5/ hour nights

  • $4/hour weekends

  • $7/hour on each shift if you join our Resource Pool Team

  • Differentials do stack!

General Requirements:

  • Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa

  • Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.

  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified within six (6) weeks of hire.

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

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care .

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.

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