Registered Nurse Neurosurgery New

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day 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: Find a Location Des Moines, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Des Moines

As a RN at MercyOne, you will Provide professional nursing skills in a defined setting requiring specialized nursing skills. Provides patient care activities to patients of diverse ages as assigned. Supports patient and family needs. Uses specialized skills within the scope of license to provide care for hospital patients, endoscopy, infusion, research or urgent care settings for a majority of working hours. Is an integral member of the health care team who works to ensure safety, best practice and high quality standards of care are maintained across the continuum.

Schedule

• Full Time
  
  

General Requirements

• Triages patients quickly and efficiently per the Urgent Care’s policies specific to Triage.
• Must quickly, efficiently and calmly respond to emergent and critical situations.
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).
• Proficient in IV skills and administration of emergency medications
• Manages the complex care of critically ill and injured patients preparing them for transport to Mercy Medical Center.
• Communicates with patients at a level consistent with age and understanding. Checks and maintains medical equipment and supplies.
• Utilizes multiple teaching methods. Discharge instructions are reviewed and understanding acknowledged by the patient/family.
• ACLS certification required within 6 months.
  
  

Education

• RN Required. BSN preferred.
• Licensed by State of Iowa as an RN.
• Demonstrates effective teaching techniques, applying adult learning principles.
• Demonstrates ability to coordinate appropriate educational materials for patients and their support systems.
  
  

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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