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Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Summary At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctoru2019s visit or a place to go when youu2019re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities u2013 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 Iowau2019s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwestu2019s 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 Iowau2019s largest employers. Join the MercyOne Family We are looking to hire a Registered Nurse As a RN at MercyOne, you will provide individualized, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages. Uses a team approach to delegate and coordinate patient care at admission, transfer, and discharge. Independently delivers nursing care using the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center policies, nursing standards, ethical principles, and professional judgment. Works rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. + Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort. + Practices safe patient handling techniques. + Continues to evaluate assigned patients and provides ongoing treatment. + Anticipates, identifies, and responds to educational and emotional needs of patients and families. + Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients. + Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices). Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms whenever available to maximize patient safety. + Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury). Schedule: + 36 hours/week + 3, 12-hour shifts + Days, and Nights Available Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines? Click here: Find a Location Des Moines, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Des Moines ( General Requirements: + Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa + Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter u2013 Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire. + American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified within six (6) weeks of hire. Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system Visit MercyOne Careers ( to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. EOE including disability/veteran