Float Pool RN - Float Registered Nurse

Description

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 Clinton Medical Center is a Catholic, not-for-profit, full-service community health system serving counties in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. With approximately 50,000 patient admissions every year, MercyOne Clinton operates 163 licensed beds. In addition to a wide range of traditional hospital services, MercyOne Clinton provides a continuum of care with specialized services in wound care, radiation oncology, dialysis, imaging, sleep disorders, therapy services, and skilled care. MercyOne Clinton has a staff of more than 800 employees, making it one of the community’s largest employers.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

About the Role

We are looking to hire a Registered Nurse, RN Float Pool.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinician, team member, and professional according to the American Nurses Association (ANA) Standards of Practice and Professional Performance (2004).
• Deliver evidence-based, safe, efficient and family centered care in accordance with the Mission of MercyOne Clinton Medical Center and the Vision of Patient Care Services.
• Practice within the legal scope of a Registered Professional Nurse as outlined in the Iowa Nurse Practice Act (2006); retain accountability for one’s own nursing practice.
• Plan, assess, intervene, co-coordinating and providing direct patient care by utilizing critical thinking skills.
• Communicate with physicians, ancillary care-givers, patients and families regarding the patient’s plan of care.
• Fulfill the responsibility of holistic (body, mind and spirit) nursing care based on the mission, vision and values of MercyOne Clinton Medical Center.
• Perform assessments including physical, psychosocial, nutritional, functional, safety, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs.
• Work a schedule of 7:00 pm – 7:30 am; every third weekend; holiday rotation.

Requirements

• Average of 1-2 years of clinical experience preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license or compact RN license recognized by the state of IA.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required if the unit has telemetry monitor capabilities.
• Completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.
• High language, intermediate to high math, high critical thinking ability.
• Basic computer skills required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of healthcare policies and procedures.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

Competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system.

Schedule

7:00 pm – 7:30 am; every third weekend; holiday rotation.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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.