About this opportunity
MercyOne lists this RN Long Term Care opportunity in centerville, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating ShiftDescription: 8 hour shifts, Evening/Night rotation, every other weekend Evening rotation
Centerville offers affordable living and a welcoming atmosphere. The Centerville Community School District serves local families, and Indian Hills Community College provides higher education nearby. The town features parks, trails and cultural events that make it ideal for families seeking a slower pace.
MercyOne Centerville Medical Center, a 25‑bed critical‑access hospital, offers emergency/trauma stabilization, acute and skilled care — including cancer, heart and vascular, neurology, pediatrics, primary care, surgery, therapy and rehab services. It emphasizes personalized rural community health care.
JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE
Registered Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for assigned patients. Registered nurses provide nursing services to assure resident safety and attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well –being of each resident, as determined by resident assessment and implementing plan of care.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Utilize nursing process which includes patient assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning of nursing care, implementing interventions, and evaluation of patient status in relationship to above
Executes regimen prescribed by physician within guidelines of nursing practice
Performs and/or supervises activities/functions which require knowledge and skill level currently ascribed to the licensed practical nurse and seeks assistance when these are beyond scope of preparation
Provides leadership and direction in the supervision of others in carrying out the nursing process
Utilize nursing process which includes patient assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning of nursing care, implementing interventions
Executes regimen prescribed by physician within guidelines of nursing practice
Performs and/or supervises activities/functions which require knowledge and skill level currently ascribed to the registered nurse and seeks assistance when these are beyond scope of preparation
Provides leadership and direction in the supervision of others in carrying out the nursing process
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Licensure and Certifications Current RN license in State of Iowa, Current basic Life Support for Healthcare providers from American heart Association Dependent Adult Mandatory reporter training 30 days upon hire and recertification every 5 years. Obtains education requires for license renewal
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Works to promote a positive atmosphere in LTC
Provides direct care to the residents (feeding, bathing, dressing, ambulation, stock supply room, pass water .linens etc.)
Communicate changes in resident’s condition to appropriate members of the health care team
Follow universal precautions for infection control
Correctly using mechanical devices for moving ,lifting and transferring residents to promote safety
Works to emulate mercy Mission of Reverence, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence each day
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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Worksite address
centerville, IA, 52544, US
Who can apply
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