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Registered Nurse RN - Acute Care

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MercyOne

Des Moines, Iowa

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Posted Aug 21 · Not open to new grads

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Shift
12-hour rotating
Hours a week
36
Unit
Med-Surg

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
12-hour rotating · 36 hours
Weekends
Every weekend
Term
Permanent
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Experience
3+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Shift differential
+$5/hr
Overtime
$20/hr
Sign-on bonus
$20,000
Relocation
Help offered

About this role

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating Shift

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Relocation and Sign On Bonus up to $20,000!!!

  • 0-1 years of

experience

$10,000

  • 1-3 years of

experience

$15,000

  • 3+ years of

experience

$20,000

Discover Your Next Nursing Opportunity in Acute Care!

Whether you're a seasoned nurse looking to advance your career or a new graduate eager to build a strong clinical foundation, our Acute Care team offers the support, growth, and experience you're looking for. Join a collaborative and patient-centered team.

Opportunities are available to serve on a specific unit, or join our Resource Pool! Specialty areas, include:

  • Ortho Trauma
  • Med/Surg
  • Neuro Trauma
  • Cardiac Telemetry
  • Oncology
  • Acute Care Resource Pool

What truly sets this team apart is its culture of growth and development. Five of our seven unit leaders have been promoted from within, demonstrating a strong commitment to investing in our people and creating meaningful career pathways. You'll be surrounded by supportive leaders, experienced colleagues, and opportunities to learn and grow every day.

Apply today and become part of a team that is dedicated to your success, values your contributions, and is committed to helping you reach your full potential!

Summary

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go whenyou’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 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 Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s 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 Iowa’s 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 andmonitor 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, Nights, or Rotating shifts available
  • Shift Differentials:
  • $5/ hour nights
  • $4/hour weekends
  • $7/hour on each shift if you join our Resource Pool Team
  • Differentials do stack!

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 – 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!

VisitMercyOne Careersto 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.

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0-1 years of experience: $10,000 1-3 years of experience: $15,000 3+ years of experience: $20,000 Discover Your Next Nursing Opportunity in Acute Care! Whether you're a seasoned nurse looking to advanc· from this posting

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 – 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.

Place

City
Des Moines, Iowa
Median rent
$1,090/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$65,932/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
8% below the national average

Des Moines area index 91.7, where 100 is the national average.

Address
1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314, USA

Des Moines offers nurses an affordable Midwest lifestyle with housing and utilities below national averages. The highly walkable Rowan neighborhood features affordable rents and is popular among retirees. Iowa's capital blends urban convenience with a relaxed pace, ideal for healthcare professionals seeking lower living costs without sacrificing accessibility.

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Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.

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