RN Med Surg Weekend Package Centerville

MercyOne; Centerville (IA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne in Iowa seeks a Weekend Shift Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care on the unit. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in collaboration with physicians and the care team.

Responsibilities include patient education, supervision of care staff, accurate documentation, and safe use of IV pumps and monitoring equipment. Weekend and holiday coverage is required, with a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• RN license in the State of Iowa.
• Hospital nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers nursing care, including assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care plan.
• Educates patients and families on health problems and care solutions.
• Supervises patient care staff as assigned.
• Uses EHR and communication tools to document and share information.
• Ensures proper documentation per policies and regulations.
• Works with limited supervision per Nurse Practice Act and policies.
• Maintains and uses IV pumps, monitors, and drainage devices.
• Works rotating shifts including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Nursing care planning

Patient education

Supervising care staff

Electronic health records

Education

RN license Iowa

Tools

IV pumps

Monitoring equipment

Nurse call systems

Job description

Employment Type:Full time Shift:Weekend Shift Description: Full Time, 36 hours per week, Weekend Package Friday/Saturday/Sunday

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.

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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Administers nursing care to patients; includes assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating the patient’s care plan in coordination with the physician.

• Provides patient/family or caregiver education and counseling in recognition and solution of physical, emotional and environmental health problems.

• Supervises health care members (i.e., patient care technicians, etc.) with patients.

• Utilizes computer applications and communication technologies appropriate to the work setting to enter, retrieve and analyze information and to facilitate communication and education.

• Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements needed for patients’ record.

• Works independently with limited direct supervision using the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center polices, nursing standards and professional judgement.

• 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.

• Works rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

EXPERIENCE: Nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred.

LICENSURE: Current license as a Registered Nurse from the State of Iowa required.

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.