Acute Care RN - Surgical Registered Nurse
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. MercyOne Dubuque is the leading hospital in the tri-states, offering the only comprehensive cardiology center and level II regional neonatal intensive care unit in the area as well as the newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, home health care, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care, and a wide range of outpatient and community services. MercyOne operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home. In recognition of the strength of its nursing service and the overall quality of patient care, MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet® hospital four consecutive times - the nation's most prestigious award for nursing excellence. Want to learn more about MercyOne Dubuque? Click here: Find a Location Dubuque, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Dubuque Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Registered Nurse (RN). As a Registered Nurse at MercyOne, you will promote excellence in nursing practice and a thriving professional practice environment, as evidenced by our designation as a Magnet Hospital . Consistent with the American Nurses Association’s Nursing Social Policy Statement, we support the definition of professional nursing and the essential features of contemporary nursing practice.
Requirements
- Must be a registered nurse and must hold an active license to practice nursing in the State of Iowa.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) will be within 30 days of hire and every 2 years thereafter.
- Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred or within 4 years of hire.
- Certification by a nationally recognized nursing organization is preferred and strongly encouraged.
- Membership in an appropriate professional nursing organization is recommended.
Responsibilities
- Practice within the legal scope of a registered professional nurse as outlined in the Iowa Board of Nursing Practice Act and deliver competent care consistent with standards/policies defined by professional nursing organizations, MercyOne Dubuque/Dyersville Medical Center, and external regulators/accreditation/certifying organizations.
- Utilize research and evidence-based practice standards in the delivery of patient care.
Benefits
- Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
