Senior Charge Nurse — Night-Shift Team Leader

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health MercyOne in Des Moines, IA is seeking an experienced RN III – senior to plan, provide, and lead professional nursing services in alignment with standards of practice. The role emphasizes relationship-centered, compassionate care and leadership within a clinical team.

The position supports a 12-hour night shift, requires current Iowa RN licensure, and prefers BSN; BLS/ACLS within three months of hire are expected. Strong mentoring and governance participation are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing is required.
• BSN is preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license is required; IL license if working in IL is noted in minimum qualifications; BLS and ACLS certifications are required within stated timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care in accordance with the nursing process and standards of practice.
• Lead a small team and mentor others to support patient-centered care.
• Contribute to quality and safety initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders across the care team.

Skills

RN leadership

Professional nursing

Education

RN license in Iowa

BSN preferred

BLS within 3 months

ACLS within 3 months

Job description

Trinity Health MercyOne in Des Moines, IA is seeking an experienced RN III – senior to plan, provide, and lead professional nursing services in alignment with standards of practice. The role emphasizes relationship-centered, compassionate care and leadership within a clinical team.

The position supports a 12-hour night shift, requires current Iowa RN licensure, and prefers BSN; BLS/ACLS within three months of hire are expected. Strong mentoring and governance participation are encouraged.