RN – Inpatient Pulmonary Care (New Grads Welcome)

Mercy Medical Center; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids is hiring an RN for the Pulmonary Medicine Center (Inpatient). The role focuses on delivering patient-centered care for diverse pulmonary conditions within a 31-bed unit.

New grads welcome and supported by a hands-on orientation and mentorship program. You will monitor complex cases, educate patients and families, and participate in interdisciplinary hand-offs and care planning.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Iowa
• BLS certification required
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred
• Experience in acute care preferred
• Ability to educate patients and families

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care using evidence-based practices.
• Monitor and support patients with complex medical needs.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and the care team during hand-offs.
• Educate patients and families to support recovery and safe discharge.
• Document care accurately in real time.
• Respond to emergencies and changing conditions.
• Lead and delegate tasks to nursing assistants and support staff.
• Create a respectful, compassionate environment for patients and team members.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse license (Iowa)

BLS Certification

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids is hiring an RN for the Pulmonary Medicine Center (Inpatient). The role focuses on delivering patient-centered care for diverse pulmonary conditions within a 31-bed unit.

New grads welcome and supported by a hands-on orientation and mentorship program. You will monitor complex cases, educate patients and families, and participate in interdisciplinary hand-offs and care planning.