Acute Care RN – 4th Floor – Cardiac Telemetry – Sign on Bonus

Employment Type : Full time

Shift : 12 Hour Night Shift

Description :

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.

With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines? Click here : https : / / www.mercyone.org / desmoines / find-a-location /

Apply today and ask about our Sign on Bonus of up to $20,000 and Relocation Bonus!

• 0-1 years of experience : $10,000
• 1-3 years of experience : $15,000
• 3+ years of experience : $20,000

POSITION PURPOSE

Provides and directs 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

1. Conducts an initial assessment to gather data.

2. Identifies patient problems and develops them into an outcome / goal-based plan of care.

3. Implements the outcome / goal- based plan of care.

4. Evaluates patient progress and revises the outcome / goal-based plan as needed.

5. Communicates relevant clinical information to the team to optimize patient outcomes / goals.

6. Demonstrates clinical competence.

7. Manages telemetry and cardiac monitoring when applicable.

8. Based on principles of growth and development, provides care appropriate to the age-related needs of the patients served on his / her assigned unit.

9. Collects, analyzes, interprets and applies age-specific data.

10. Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

11. 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.

Mission Statement :   We, MercyOne Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Core Values :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Performs duties that may involve exposure to hazardous substances and is subject to normal risks associated with handling of narcotics.  In patient care areas, may perform or demonstrate patient care tasks which may expose the clinical nurse to infectious or communicable disease, or possibility of injury from irrational or confused patients and visitors or from instruments or equipment.

2. Lift / Carry; Push / Pull 76-100% of the time, avg 50-100 lbs.

3. Stand; Walk / Move About 76-100% of the time

4. Must possess the ability to comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures.

The most significant duties have been included in this description.  Other duties may be assigned as necessary.  The facility reserves the right to modify this job description as needed to accurately reflect the duties assigned.

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.