A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
Mitchell County Regional Health Center is in Osage, Iowa located in Mitchell County, which has a population of 10,600 people. MCRHC is a 25-bed critical access hospital, including a Level 4 Trauma Center Emergency Room seeing 3,200 visits annually. The Surgical Services department performs over 1,300 procedures annually, including specialties General Surgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Urology, Ophthalmology, Pain management, and Podiatry. We are proud to share our strong tradition of excellence, progress and solid economic performance. Founded more than 75 years ago as a community hospital, today we operate three clinics, 24/7 emergency services, inpatient and outpatient medical/surgical services. We have invested millions in facility upgrades just in the last few years. With more than 225 employees and average tenure of eight years, our growth continues with multiple expansion projects currently underway. We are an affiliate of MercyOne. Come practice in a family-oriented, patient focused organization where your skills and knowledge are appreciated and valued!
About The Job:
The Clinic Registered Nurse is responsible for managing nursing care essential to the assessment, promotion, maintenance, and restoration of patient's health and wellness within their scope of practice. The Clinic Registered Nurse will direct and support nursing/clinical personnel providing patient care within the facility as assigned by the Clinic Director or RN Supervisor. This includes the evaluation, revision, and implementation of clinical policies and procedures related to the delivery of safe and efficient quality nursing care; maintenance of clinical staff personnel and education records; in-services and performs Clinical Staff functions.
The Position:
1.0 FTE 80 hours per pay period.
Pay:
Starts at $27.58 for ADN and $28.58 for BSN, both increase with experience.
Shift:
Monday-Friday, varies between 7am to 5pm. Saturday 8am to 12pm.
Position Qualifications:
Education:
Graduate of an accredited program in professional nursing. Current R.N. licensure in the State of Iowa. ACLS certification preferred, or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire PALS certification preferred, or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire
Experience:
Previous experience in a health care setting is preferred.
Special Skills & Aptitudes:
Verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates knowledge and support for the principles of customer relations in daily activities with others. Maintains certification in BLS/CPR. Completes Mandatory Reporting requirement within 6 months of hire and renews this requirement every 5 years. Develops competency to provide care within the assigned unit to the population described in the scope of care. Must have basic computer skills.
What We Give:
Paid Time Off Competitive starting wage Student Loan Assistance program available Health, Dental and Life Insurance State of Iowa Pension Plan (IPERS) Flex Spending Accounts Free use of on-site gym
Cafeteria Discounts Optometry and Orthotic Discounts Professional Development Opportunities The Legal Items:
Reference Checks-Pre-Offer Post offer drug screen is required. Background Check-Post Offer Acceptance Pre-Employment Screening Post offer acceptance MCRHC is an equal opportunity employer. Verification of required vaccinations at offer acceptance. MMR, Tetanus and Varicella.
