Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Registered Nurse in our Med/Surg department!

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Administers nursing care to patients; includes assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating the patient’s care plan in coordination with the physician. 

• Provides patient/family or caregiver education and counseling in recognition and solution of physical, emotional and environmental health problems. 

• Supervises health care members (i.e., patient care technicians, etc.) with patients. 

• Utilizes computer applications and communication technologies appropriate to the work setting to enter, retrieve and analyze information and to facilitate communication and education. 

• Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements needed for patients’ record. 

• Works independently with limited direct supervision using the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center polices, nursing standards and professional judgement. 

• Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up, 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. 

• Works rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. 

EDUCATION:   Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.   

 

EXPERIENCE:   Nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred.   

 

LICENSURE:   Current license as a Registered Nurse from the State of Iowa required. 

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.