Nurse Practitioner

4 weeks ago


West Des Moines, Iowa, United States Trinity Health Full time
Job Summary:

As a Registered Nurse RN in our Med Surg Tele department, you will provide individualized, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages. You will use a team approach to delegate and coordinate patient care at admission, transfer, and discharge. You will independently deliver nursing care using the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center policies, nursing standards, ethical principles, and professional judgment.

Responsibilities:

Assess, plan, and implement nursing care while ensuring patient comfort. Practice safe patient handling techniques. Continues to evaluate assigned patients and provides ongoing treatment. Anticipates, identifies, and responds to educational and emotional needs of patients and families. Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients. 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. Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).

Requirements:

Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa. 1 year of nursing experience required for the Day Shift. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified within six (6) weeks of hire.

About Us:

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. 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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