RN - Rehab Registered Nurse (PRN)

Trinity Health•Dubuque, IA

About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Rehab Unit provides and directs safe, effective, and culturally competent care for patients. Using evidence-based practice and critical thinking, the nurse assesses patients, plans and implements care, and evaluates outcomes. The role includes coordinating care with nursing team members and communicating with physicians, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team. The nurse follows MercyOne performance expectations and upholds its Mission, Vision, and Values. This is a PRN/per-diem role with 12-hour rotating shifts. Staff work every third weekend and participate in holiday rotation. Schedules are created every six weeks, and staff are encouraged to indicate preferred shifts.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing.
Current or compact-state Registered Nurse licensure issued or defined by the State of Iowa.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three months of hire.
Willingness to work 12-hour shifts, every third weekend, and holiday rotation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required only if the unit has telemetry monitoring capabilities.

Responsibilities

Conduct patient assessments.
Identify patient problems and develop plans of care.
Implement outcome- and goal-based plans of care.
Evaluate patient progress and revise plans as needed.
Communicate relevant clinical information to the team to optimize patient outcomes and goals.
Demonstrate clinical competence.
Manage telemetry and cardiac monitoring when applicable.
Provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of patients on the assigned unit.
Supervise and coordinate care provided by LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and other nursing team members.
Facilitate communication with physicians, patients and families, and interdisciplinary team members.
Follow safety, infection control, and colleague health policies and procedures.
Maintain knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies, and act with honest, ethical, and professional behavior.
Uphold MercyOne’s performance expectations, Mission, Vision, and Values.