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Acute Care Registered Nurse

2 months ago

Des Moines, Iowa, United States UnityPoint Health Full time
Position Summary

The Acute Care Registered Nurse is responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing services to patients, engaging in patient and family education, and providing leadership by collaborating effectively with all members of the healthcare team. This role involves executing a range of technical procedures that necessitate independent judgment, creativity, and initiative to ensure optimal nursing care is administered when required. The overarching mission of UnityPoint Health is to deliver exceptional healthcare to those who are unwell or injured.

Full-time Registered Nurses - are expected to be on-call for 2-3 weeknights each month, work 1-2 late shifts monthly, and participate in a weekend on-call rotation every 13th weekend.

Part-time Registered Nurses - are required to be on-call for 1-2 weeknights each month, work 1 late shift monthly, and rotate on-call every 20th weekend.

Sign-On Bonus - A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for full-time new hires.

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Key Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence and Patient Care

*Deliver and coordinate nursing care to patients using the nursing process.

*Employ a holistic approach that considers physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, and safety factors relevant to the age of the patients in the designated service area.

*Provide clear explanations of procedures to patients and their families to ensure understanding.

*Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals in planning and executing care in accordance with hospital policies and legal standards.

*Utilize sterile techniques and prevent cross-contamination while assisting physicians with procedures requiring professional nursing skills.

*Assist in the transfer of critically ill patients and provide care for emergency room or ICU patients as staffing permits.

*Demonstrate proficiency in using medical equipment such as monitors, infusion pumps, pacemakers, oxygen devices, and respirators.

*Prepare patients and families for special procedures and conduct patient education.

*Work collaboratively with all personnel to ensure the proper functioning of the Radiology Department, covering on-call duties and rotating shifts as necessary.

*Administer medications for pre-operative, sedation, or pain management and monitor patient conditions as prescribed, initiating appropriate interventions for adverse reactions.

*Exhibit initiative in enhancing quality and customer service.

*Balance team and individual responsibilities, remain open to others' perspectives, provide and accept feedback, contribute to team objectives, and prioritize team success over personal interests.

*Perform urinary catheterization for adults and pediatrics as required.

*Demonstrate a commitment to improving quality and customer service by striving to exceed expectations.

*Integrate and exemplify FOCUS values and expectations for personal and service excellence in professional conduct while adhering to UnityPoint Health policies and procedures.

*Maintain knowledge of HIPAA, DNV, DIA, OSHA, and other regulatory standards governing healthcare.

*Exhibit the ability to meet departmental scheduling requirements.

*Prioritize patient and workplace safety by preventing errors, accidents, and infections, and promptly reporting any concerns.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Identify the essential qualifications necessary to perform the core functions of this role.

Preferred Qualifications

Not mandatory for fulfilling the essential functions of the position.

Education:

Graduate from an accredited nursing program.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in a hospital setting or demonstrated clinical proficiency.

Experience in critical care, emergency room, or procedural nursing is advantageous.

Licensure/Certification:

Current, valid licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa.

Must maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications or obtain them within six months of hire.

Valid driver's license required for work-related travel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficient in reading, writing, comprehending, and speaking fluent English.

Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity.

Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Customer and patient-focused approach.

Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make independent decisions.

Other:

Familiarity with standard equipment necessary for performing essential job functions.

Occasional travel to other facilities may be required, utilizing a UnityPoint Health vehicle, rental, or personal vehicle.

  • Area of Interest: Nursing
  • FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
  • Department: Vascular Lab
  • Shift: Part-Time and Full-Time, Monday-Friday, with on-call responsibilities
  • Job ID: 150271