RN Labor and Delivery

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

Job summary

Trinityhealth's Labor and Delivery Unit in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Registered Nurse for night shift. The unit offers 15 labor and delivery recovery suites, three surgical suites and four post anesthesia recovery beds, part of MercyOne Children's Hospital, with diverse birthing methods and pain management options.

You will provide individualized nursing care, work in a team to coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges, and respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current or compact RN licensure in Iowa.
• 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.

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 in caring for patients.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices).
• Initiates emergency support measures (cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).
• Assists with patient care duties/tasks (emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene).

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certification

Patient care skills

Tools

IV pumps

Monitoring equipment

Drainage devices

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night Shift

Description

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.