JOB DESCRIPTION

Employment Type : Full time

Full time

Shift : Description :

Description : Position Purpose :

Position Purpose :

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, works collaboratively with the health care team to provide outcome / goal-based patient care.

Observes and reports the patient’s response and progress to interventions. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of MercyOne.

What you will Do :

Supports the team in identifying patient needs and implementing the outcome / goal-based plan of care.

Assists the patient care team in the delivery of care.

Communicates relevant clinical information to others to optimize patient outcomes / goals.

Performs unit-based functions as assigned.

Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

Using his / her knowledge of the principles of growth and development and related needs, communicates and intervenes in a manner appropriate to the age of the patient served which includes :

Birth 28 days Neonate

1 18 Months Infant

18 Months 3 Years Toddler

3 6 Years Preschool-aged

6 12 Years School-aged

12 18 Years Adolescents

18 65 Years Adults

65 Years Geriatric

Hours / Schedule :

Full Time, 36 hours per week

Minimum Qualifications :

Verification (by transcript or certification) of successful completion of Nurse Aide I course; successful completion of Nursing Fundamentals course or successful completion of the Competency Test.

Nurse Aide II-Advanced course is preferred and may be provided post-hire. In Home Health must have completed Nurse Aide I course.

Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff and physicians while performing their job duties.

Basic language, basic math, basic to intermediate reasoning ability. Basic computer skills required. Ability to work with diverse groups of people.

Ability to work under pressure and in high stress situation / environment. Ability to take direction and work with accountability.

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

All benefits begin day 1 with no waiting period!

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 :

an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center

Community Level IV Trauma Designation

Community Level IV Trauma Designation

With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.

Last updated : 2024-05-09