Senior Ortho-Trauma RN Lead, Night Shift

MercyOne; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne in Des Moines, IA, seeks an RN III – senior to plan and provide professional nursing services, guiding practice by policy and experience. The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in a collaborative environment.

Minimum qualifications include Iowa RN licensure (IL if working across states), BLS/ACLS within three months, and a BSN preferred. The position is full-time with a 12-hour night shift, focused on patient-centered outcomes and

Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited nursing school is required.
• RN license to practice in Iowa; IL license if working across state lines.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required within three months of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training within six months.
• BSN degree preferred; specialty certification preferred.
• Ability to lead a small team and operate in a collaborative leadership environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care in accordance with standards and scope.
• Maintains leadership within the unit and mentors team members.
• Delivers patient-centered care and adheres to evidence-based practices.
• Ensures safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across care processes.
• Leads within nursing leadership competencies and collaborates with stakeholders.

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Team mentoring

Education

RN license (IA)

BSN preferred

Graduation from accredited nursing program

Mandatory Reporter training

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Specialty practice certification preferred

Job description

MercyOne in Des Moines, IA, seeks an RN III – senior to plan and provide professional nursing services, guiding practice by policy and experience. The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in a collaborative environment.

Minimum qualifications include Iowa RN licensure (IL if working across states), BLS/ACLS within three months, and a BSN preferred. The position is full-time with a 12-hour night shift, focused on patient-centered outcomes and