RN Labor and Delivery

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

Job summary

MercyOne Des Moines Labor and Delivery Unit in East Tower, 3rd Floor, provides individualized, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages. You will support admission, transfer, and discharge with a team-based approach and a focus on safety.

The role requires night shift work, weekends, and holidays. You will supervise Patient Care Technicians, coordinate care plans, and help families with pain management options in a busy Labor and Delivery setting.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa RN license or compact license.
• BLS certification within six weeks of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter training completed within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.
• Mentor and direct Patient Care Technicians in caregiving tasks.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment setup and safety, including IV pumps and monitoring devices.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Team leadership

Education

Registered Nurse license (IA)

Tools

IV pumps

Monitoring equipment

Job description

Employment Details

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Night ShiftDescription:

Labor and Delivery Unit

East Tower, 3rd Floor

This unit includes 15 labor and delivery recovery suites, three surgical suites and four post anesthesia recovery beds. As part of MercyOne Children’s Hospital, the labor and delivery unit offers a variety of birthing methods and pain management options.

Provides 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.

Essential Key Job 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, 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 setup, 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). Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene).

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

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.