Recovery Room RN - Registered Nurse
IA_MOWAT01 Covenant Medical Center, Inc
MNEIA - Waterloo Medical Center
MNEIA - Waterloo Medical Center
You'll care for patients of all ages in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit, a team-oriented post-surgical unit.
Posted Oct 15 · New grads welcomed
- Pay
- Not posted
- Shift and hours
- Days, but may require evenings · 8-hour shift 1.0 / 40 hours, Days but may require Evenings. 8 hour shift40 hours a week
- Unit and setting
- Post Anesthesia Care Unit · Hospital providing personalized care to patients of all agesPatients of all ages
- License
- RN license Active IA RN licenseActive Iowa RN license
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed No experience required
- License
- Active Iowa RN license Active IA RN license Check your license
Preferred
- Education
- BSN BSN preferred
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates. See program calendars.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
What it pays
Benefits
- BenefitsWellness programsWellness programs
- BenefitsEducation reimbursementEducation reimbursement
- BenefitsPersonalized health insurance plans including dental and visionPersonalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
- BenefitsPaid time offPaid time off
- BenefitsLong- and short-term leaveLong- and short-term leave
- BenefitsRetirement planningRetirement planning
- BenefitsLife insurance coverageLife insurance coverage
- Health insurance including dental and vision
Pay isn’t listed.
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- Supervising and coordinating LPN and PCA care Supervises and coordinates care provided by LPNs and PCAs.
- Hours stated
- 1.0 / 40 hours, Days but may require Evenings. Start time will vary between 11am and 1pm. 8 hour shift
- On call
- On call required Call required
- Details
- Start time varies between 11am and 1pm Start time will vary between 11am and 1pm.
- Details
- 491 licensed beds across three medical centers With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers
- Details
- Area Level III trauma center and accredited chest pain center an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekend, holiday, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
Operating Room has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.
Original listing
Posted on IA_MOWAT01 Covenant Medical Center, Inc’s careers page.
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Employment Type
Full time Shift
Day Shift
Position Purpose
Care for patients in our team oriented Post Anesthesia Care Unit. Our RNs are a vital part of the post surgical team providing personalized care to patients of all ages.
What you will Do
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care of patients. Supervises and coordinates care provided by LPNs and PCAs. Facilitates communication with physicians, families and other team members. Hours/
Schedule
1.0 / 40 hours, Days but may require Evenings. Start time will vary between 11am and 1pm.
- 8 hour shift
Call required
Minimum Qualifications
- Active IA RN license
- BSN preferred
- No experience required
Position Highlights and Benefits
We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:
- Wellness programs
- Education reimbursement
- Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
- Paid time off
- Long- and short-term leave
- Retirement planning
- Life insurance coverage
Ministry/Facility Information
MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:
- MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center , an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
- MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
- MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center , Community Level IV Trauma Designation
With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa. MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties. 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.
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