Acute Care RN - Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Trinity Health•DeWitt, IA

About The Position

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. DeWitt is a growing and welcoming community in Eastern Iowa. Located at the crossroads of U.S. 30 and U.S. 61, it offers convenient access to the Quad Cities and the Mississippi River. With a population of approximately 5,500, DeWitt is the fastest-growing city in Clinton County, Iowa. The community blends small-town charm with modern amenities: a safe and vibrant community known for its civic pride and volunteerism, a thriving downtown with festivals year-round, family-friendly events, abundant parks and trails, and a strong focus on education supported by local schools and community programs. MercyOne Genesis DeWitt Medical Center is a 13-bed, not-for-profit critical access hospital that has served DeWitt and the surrounding communities since 1952. As an essential part of MercyOne Genesis, the hospital provides dependable, close-to-home care and a robust range of services, including 24/7 emergency care, ambulance services, cardiac rehabilitation, physical therapy and breast health and gastroenterology services, among many others. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a two-time Pathway to Excellence- designated facility, supporting high-quality care and a strong nursing environment. Want to learn more about MercyOne Genesis? Click here: MercyOne Genesis | Stronger. Together. As One! Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Registered Nurse! As a Registered Nurse at MercyOne, you will provide and direct 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.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing required
Registered Nurse in Iowa
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required only if the unit has telemetry monitoring capabilities
Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Responsibilities

Conducts assessment
Identifies patient problems and develops plan of care
Implements outcome/goal - based plan of care
Evaluates patient progress and revises the outcome/goal - based plan as needed
Communicates relevant clinical information to the team to optimize patient outcomes/goals
Demonstrates clinical competence
Manages telemetry and cardiac monitoring when applicable
Provides care appropriate to the age-related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit
Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures
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.