RN OB Emergency Department

Employment Type: Full time • Shift: Night Shift
Location: OB Emergency Department – Antepartum Unit, East Tower, 3rd Floor
Part of MercyOne Children’s Hospital, this state-of-the-art obstetrical unit cares for low- and high-risk antepartum patients, as well as pregnant patients greater than 20 weeks with other medical diagnoses. The unit consists of a seven-room triage area, a 10-bed inpatient area, and an ultrasound area staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

About the role

Provides 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 (e.g., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (e.g., 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 (e.g., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).
• Assists with patient care duties/tasks (e.g., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene).

Requirements

• Current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – 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.