RN Med SurgNewton

IHA; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Central Iowa is seeking an experienced registered nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care in a fast-paced hospital setting, with collaboration from physicians and care teams.

You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, educate families, supervise support staff, and maintain accurate documentation. The role requires flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays; Iowa RN license and graduation from an accredited nursing program are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current Iowa RN license.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care with assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in coordination with physicians.
• Educate patients and families on health issues and coping strategies.
• Supervise nursing and support staff involved in patient care.
• Use computer applications and communication tools to enter, retrieve and analyze patient information.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient documentation.
• Work independently within the Nurse Practice Act and Mercy Medical Center policies.
• Operate and maintain clinical equipment (IV pumps, monitoring devices) and ensure patient safety.
• Rotate shifts, weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient education

Team supervision

Communications skills

Electronic health records

Education

BSN or nursing degree

RN license

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Description

0-1 years of experience: $10,000

1-3 years of experience: $15,000

3+ years of experience: $20,000

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

Description

• 0-1 years of experience: $10,000


• 1-3 years of experience: $15,000


• 3+ years of experience: $20,000

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.

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.