RN Peds/PICU

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Health System in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) on the night shift. The role requires one year of RN experience and an Iowa RN license, with BLS certification within six weeks of hire.

The unit includes a 6-bed PICU and a 16-bed general pediatric unit, offering varied pediatrics and critical care exposure. Provides individualized nursing care to patients of all ages using a team approach and adhering to patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• Current or compact RN license for Iowa
• One year RN experience required
• BLS for Healthcare Providers within six weeks of hire

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.
• Practice safe patient handling and continuous evaluation of patients.
• Respond to educational and emotional needs of patients and families.
• Guide healthcare personnel in caring for patients.
• Operate equipment and ensure safety with IV pumps and monitors.
• Assist with patient care tasks and daily activities.

Skills

Pediatric care

Nursing

Team coordination

Night shift experience

Education

RN license (Iowa)

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Night ShiftDescription:**One year RN experience required**

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

The 6 bed intensive care unit provides care for our Level II verified Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons, pediatric specialists, cardiologists and general surgeon. The PICU nursing staff is highly trained to care for patients requiring intensive care.

Pediatric Unit

This unit consists of 16 beds dedicated to care of all types of pediatric patients from general medicine to surgical patients.

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. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.

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.

Job Summary / Purpose

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.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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.