RN – Medical Float Pool (Night/Eve) + $15K Sign-On

Mercycare; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Medical Float Pool (0.9 Eve/Nights). You’ll provide safe, compassionate care, float across units, and educate patients and families. A BSN with Iowa licensure and BLS are required, with a $15,000 sign-on for external applicants.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with the medical team, and adherence to Mercy safety guidelines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• RN with valid Iowa license (or compact) and BLS certification required.
• Experience in acute care preferred.
• Strong communication and patient education skills valued.

Responsibilities

• Communicate accurately with patients and families during handoffs.
• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care per patient plan.
• Document care in real time according to policy.
• Educate patients and families and coordinate with healthcare team.
• Delegate tasks to licensed and non-licensed staff as appropriate.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient education

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Mercy Medical Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Medical Float Pool (0.9 Eve/Nights). You’ll provide safe, compassionate care, float across units, and educate patients and families. A BSN with Iowa licensure and BLS are required, with a $15,000 sign-on for external applicants.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with the medical team, and adherence to Mercy safety guidelines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.