Clinic Registered Nurse; RN): Nephrology

Description

At Mercy One, health care is more than a doctor’s visit; it is a continuous commitment to improving the health of our communities. Mercy One Clinton Medical Center is a Catholic, not‑for‑profit, full‑service community health system serving eastern Iowa and western Illinois. We are one of the largest employers in the area, with approximately 50,000 patient admissions and 249 licensed beds each year.

Full time

Day Shift – Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (40 hours per week, no weekends or holidays)

We are looking to hire a Clinic RN to provide patient care in outpatient settings at the Mercy One Clinton Medical Center Health Plaza. The role requires delivering safe, evidence‑based care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, coordinating with clinical staff, supporting patient and family education, and maintaining clear communication across teams. The RN may operate with minimal supervision and is accountable for clinical standards.

• Provide patient assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation using nursing processes.
• Administer medications and treatments safely via multiple routes and document accordingly.
• Perform nursing care, lab and diagnostic tests, specimen collection, phlebotomy, and limited radiology procedures following policies and universal precautions.
• Assist providers with patient care, phone/mail/fax communications, scheduling, consents, admissions, referrals, and outpatient procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians, staff, patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members regarding care plans and patient needs.
• Educate patients, families, and clinical staff on treatments, medications, test preparation, discharge, and health maintenance; document education and evaluate understanding.
• Participate in staff meetings, committees, quality improvement, risk management, and performance improvement projects.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation in EMR, including assessments, vitals, symptoms, treatments, medications, education, charges, lab results, histories, and consults.
• Monitor supplies, equipment, medication stock, and office machines; follow maintenance and quality control protocols; report malfunctions.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent or emergency patient needs and initiate emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned by the manager.

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values through behaviors, practices, and decisions.
• Use critical thinking and nursing processes for planning and intervention.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including physical, psychosocial, nutritional, functional, safety, spiritual, cultural, and educational domains.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations and Trinity Health policies, including the Organizational Integrity Program and Standards of Conduct.

• Active RN License in the state of Iowa (or applicable compact state license).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months of hire.
• Completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within 3 months of hire.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills (Windows, web navigation, email, MS Office).
• Proficiency in written and spoken English to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and colleagues.
• Completion of specialty classes or other certifications as required for certain roles.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor each person’s dignity and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By embracing our differences and finding common ground, we grow stronger together and deliver 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.