RN - Cardiovascular Registered Nurse

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group is seeking a Registered Nurse for the CIU/Observation Short Stay unit in Davenport, IA. The role focuses on safe, evidence-based care for acute medical and surgical patients, with supervision of LPNs and assistive staff.

The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate outcomes, communicate with the care team, and ensure compliance with policies and patient safety standards. Full-time days in the 07:00–19:30 shift, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing is required.
• Current Iowa RN license; IL license within one year is required/definable.
• BLS required; ACLS if telemetry is used.
• Mandatory Reporter training within 3 months of hire.
• Strong math and computer skills; high-level language abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop plan of care.
• Implement and evaluate outcome-based care.
• Coordinate with physicians, families, and team members.
• Manage telemetry and cardiac monitoring when applicable.
• Uphold safety and infection control policies.

Skills

Critical thinking

Telemetry monitoring

Patient communication

Cultural competence

Education

Associate degree in nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

Telemetry monitoring systems

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description: 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 Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

Position Title: RN, CIU/Observation Short Stay

Department: Cardiovascular Interventional Unit/Observation Short Stay

Hours/Shift: 36 hours per week, 07-1930

As a Registered Nurse at MercyOne, you will provide and direct safe, effective, and culturally competent care for patients with acute medical and surgical conditions. Through evidence-based practice, utilizes critical thinking to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate outcome-based care. The Acute Care RN manages a diverse patient population with varying levels of acuity, including post-operative, medical, telemetry, and neurologic patients. Supervises and coordinates care provided by LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and other nursing team members. Facilitates communication with physicians, patients and families, and interdisciplinary team members. Adheres to MercyOne’s performance expectations and upholds the Mission, Vision, and Values of MercyOne.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts assessment
• Identifies patient problems and develops plan of care
• Implements outcome/goal - based plan of care
• Evaluates patient progress and revises the outcome/goal - based plan as needed
• Communicates relevant clinical information to the team to optimize patient outcomes/goals
• Demonstrates clinical competence
• Manages telemetry and cardiac monitoring when applicable
• Provides care appropriate to the age-related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit
• Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in nursing required Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa and IL RN license within one year
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required. American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required only if the unit has telemetry monitoring capabilities.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire
• High language, intermediate to high math, high critical thinking ability. Basic computer skills required

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

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.