RN - Rehab Registered Nurse

MercyOne; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse in the Rehab Unit for the 12-hour night shift (3rd shift). Hours are 6:00 pm–6:30 am, 0.8 FTE (32 hours weekly). The RN will provide and direct safe, evidence-based care for acutely ill patients, supervise LPNs and aides, and coordinate communication with physicians and families.

The role requires Iowa RN licensure, BLS, and ACLS if telemetry is available. MercyOne emphasizes its mission and values and offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing required.
• BSN preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license or compact license.
• American Heart Association BLS required.
• ACLS required only if unit has telemetry monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessment of patients.
• Identifies problems and develops care plan.
• Implements and evaluates goal-based care.
• Communicates clinical information to care team.
• Manages telemetry and cardiac monitoring when applicable.
• Demonstrates clinical competence on unit.
• Adheres to safety and infection control policies.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Plan of care

Telemetry monitoring

Communication

Safety & infection control

Education

Associate degree in nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description:

Job Title: RN

Department: Rehab Unit

Shift: 3rd shift

Hours: 6pm-6:30am

Status: .8 (32 hours a week/FT)

As a Registered Nurse at MercyOne, you will provide and direct safe, effective, and culturally competent care for patients with acute medical and surgical conditions. Through evidence-based practice, utilizes critical thinking to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate outcome-based care. The Acute Care RN manages a diverse patient population with varying levels of acuity, including post-operative, medical, telemetry, and neurologic patients. Supervises and coordinates care provided by LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and other nursing team members. Facilitates communication with physicians, patients and families, and interdisciplinary team members. Adheres to MercyOne’s performance expectations and upholds the Mission, Vision, and Values of MercyOne.

Essential Functions:

• Conducts assessment
• Identifies patient problems and develops plan of care
• Implements outcome/goal - based plan of care
• Evaluates patient progress and revises the outcome/goal - based plan as needed
• Communicates relevant clinical information to the team to optimize patient outcomes/goals
• Demonstrates clinical competence
• Manages telemetry and cardiac monitoring when applicable
• Provides care appropriate to the age-related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit
• Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

Schedule:

• .8 FTE, 32 hours per week
• Night shift: 6:00 pm – 6:30 am
• RNs work 12-hour shifts
• Every third weekend
• Holiday rotation
• Schedules are made every six weeks ongoing. Staff are encouraged to select preferred shifts for scheduling.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in nursing required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required only if the unit has telemetry monitoring capabilities
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months 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.