Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day Shift

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 Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Genesis? Click here: MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Registered Nurse in out Outpatient Care Center team!

As a Registered Nurse at MercyOne, you will provide and direct safe, effective, and culturally-competent care for the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient. Key accountabilities include assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care using critical thinking and

evidenced-based practice; adherence to Professional Practice Standards as defined by ANA; and active participation in quality monitoring and performance improvement activities.

Schedule:

30 hr/week: 3 days a week 10 hours a daysFlex start time between 7am-10amOn call one weeknight 7p - 7aOn call one Saturday and Sunday over 6 week period

Essential Functions: 

Administers nursing care to patients; includes assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient’s care plan in coordination with the physician.Provides nursing care guided by physician orders, unit protocols and professional judgment.Communicates effectively and appropriately with staff, physicians, patients, families and other healthcare team members.Participates in ongoing educational activities related to clinical knowledge and professional issues.Contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues by sharing knowledge and skills.Delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity and rights.Considers factors relating to safety, effectiveness and cost in planning/delivering patient care.Provides patient/family or caregiver education and counseling in recognition and solution of physical, emotional, and environmental health problems.Utilizes hospital information system to process orders/data and retrieve patient information.Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements needed for patients’ records.Works independently with limited direct supervision using the Nurse Practice Act, MercyOne policies, nursing standards, and professional judgment.Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices).Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).Complies with OSHA/JCAHO and other regulatory agency recommendations and guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. The acceptable credentialing body is the American Heart Association.Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to populations served within three (3) months of hire.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! 

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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.