Clinic RN- Registered Nurse: Surgical Specialty

Trinity Health

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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 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. We are looking to hire a Clinic RN at our Surgery Specialty clinic focusing on general surgery, colorectal surgery, and surgical oncology.

Requirements

• Possession of a current RN License issued by the State of Iowa.
• Clinic/Physician office experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates ability to recognize and assess urgent/emergency needs of patients and initiate appropriate emergency procedures as needed.
• Demonstrates current level of knowledge of various payor regulations by functioning within those guidelines.
• Follows clinic procedure/protocol for the organization and management of the electronic medical record.
• Acts to facilitate interdisciplinary communication.
• Utilizes other members of the health care team in assessing the patient and analyzes patient data.
• Assesses learning needs of the patient and significant others.
• Gives accurate and complete information to patient and family.
• Evaluates patient and family understanding of treatment plan and/or instructions.
• Assists with a variety of procedures, exams and/or operation of diagnostic equipment as assigned.
• Maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, procedures and medications administered.
• Accurately and legibly documents all patient interactions in patient record.
• Reports results and pertinent information to patients and health care team members.
• Applies professional nursing skills in the provision of preventive health maintenance and treatment of ill and injured patients utilizing the four aspects of the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Proficient in IV skills and IV hydration.
• Work includes cross coverage in other clinic areas as team needs.
• Maintains supply inventory and stocks supplies in various work areas.
• Responsible for following equipment maintenance protocol, identifying problems, and coordinating appropriate repairs.
• Operates various office machines (i.e. fax, copier, phone and computer).
• Misc. office duties (i.e. copying, filing, retrieval of electronic records).
• Functions as a charge/resource nurse for a designated shift as requested.
• Participates in Performance Improvement projects.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Full benefits package
• Opportunity for growth throughout the system

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees