Weekend Lifestyle Nights PACU-RN

MercyOne Medical Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages. This part-time role involves working night shifts and requires a compassionate approach to patient care. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans, all while collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will possess a current RN license and demonstrate effective communication skills. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and patient-centered care, making a significant impact on the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current RN license issued by the State of Iowa.
• Basic Life Support certified within six weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administers nursing care to patients, including assessment and planning.
• Communicates effectively with healthcare team members and patients.

Skills

Nursing Care

Patient Assessment

Effective Communication

Patient Education

Professional Judgment

Education

Current or Compact State License as a Registered Nurse

Basic Life Support Certification

Mandatory Reporter Abuse Training

Tools

Hospital Information System

Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Night Shift

Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY:

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. Job duties may vary by shift or may be unit-specific.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Administers nursing care to patients; includes assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient’s care plan in coordination with the physician.
2. Provides nursing care guided by physician orders, unit protocols and professional judgment.
3. Communicates effectively and appropriately with staff, physicians, patients, families and other healthcare team members.
4. Participates in ongoing educational activities related to clinical knowledge and professional issues.
5. Contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues by sharing knowledge and skills.
6. Delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity and rights.
7. Considers factors relating to safety, effectiveness and cost in planning/delivering patient care.
8. Provides patient/family or caregiver education and counseling in recognition and solution of physical, emotional, and environmental health problems.
9. Utilizes hospital information system to process orders/data and retrieve patient information.
10. Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements needed for patients’ records.
11. Works independently with limited direct supervision using the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center policies, nursing standards, and professional judgment.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

1. Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
2. Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. The acceptable credentialing body is the American Heart Association.
3. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to populations served within three (3) months of hire.
4. Ability to read, write and speak English language.