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Acute Care RN – Ortho Trauma Registered Nurse

Job in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50319, USA
Listing for: Trinity Health
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-27
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    RN Nurse, Healthcare Nursing, ICU Nurse, Emergency Medicine
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 10000 USD Monthly USD 10000.00 MONTH
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Acute Care RN – Ortho Trauma Registered Nurse - Sign On Bonus

Overview

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift

Description: Apply today and ask about our Sign on Bonus of up to $20,000 and Relocation Bonus!

  • 0-1 years of experience: $10,000
  • 1-3 years of experience: $15,000
  • 3+ years of experience: $20,000
Position Purpose

Provides and directs safe, effective, and culturally competent care for patients with acute medical and surgical conditions. Through evidence-based practice, utilizes critical thinking to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate outcome-based care. The Acute Care RN manages a diverse patient population with varying levels of acuity, including post-operative, medical, telemetry, and neurologic patients. Supervises and coordinates care provided by LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and other nursing team members.

Facilitates communication with physicians, patients and families, and interdisciplinary team members. Adheres to Mercy One’s performance expectations and upholds the Mission, Vision, and Values of Mercy One.

Essential Functions
  • Conducts an initial assessment to gather data.
  • Details of admission assessment: initial assessment within 30 minutes of arrival; complete admission assessment database within 24 hours of admission.
  • Identifies patient problems and develops them into an outcome/goal-based plan of care.
  • Implements the outcome/goal-based plan of care.
  • Evaluates patient progress and revises the plan as needed.
  • Communicates relevant clinical information to the team and physicians; maintains ongoing communication throughout the shift and transfer of care.
  • Demonstrates clinical competence and ensures medication safety; uses nursing policies and procedures as references.
  • Manages telemetry and cardiac monitoring when applicable.
  • Based on principles of growth and development, provides age-appropriate care and communicates with patients in an age-appropriate manner.
  • Adheres to safety, infection control and colleague health policies; attends required safety programs; uses PPE appropriately; understands emergency procedures; reports unsafe conditions; maintains a safe working environment.
  • Maintains knowledge of applicable laws and Trinity Health policies to ensure ethical and professional behavior.
  • Mission and Core Values

    Mission Statement: We, Mercy One Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

    • Reverence: We honor the sacredness and dignity of every person.
    • Commitment to Those who are Poor: We stand with and serve those who are poor, especially those most vulnerable.
    • Safety
      :
      We embrace a culture that prevents harm and nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
    • Justice: We foster right relationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth.
    • Stewardship: We honor our heritage and hold ourselves accountable for resources entrusted to our care.
    • Integrity: We are faithful to those we say we are.
    Minimum Qualifications
    • Associate degree in nursing required
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
    • Current Iowa RN license; current Illinois license if working in IL required
    • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required
    • American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required only if the unit has telemetry monitoring capabilities
    • Mandatory Reporter training within three months of hire
    • High language, intermediate to high math, critical thinking ability; basic computer skills
    Physical and Mental Requirements and Working Conditions
  • Exposures to hazardous substances and risks associated with handling narcotics; possible exposure to infectious diseases or aggressive patients
  • Lift/Carry;
    Push/Pull 76-100% of the time, avg 50-100 lbs
  • Stand;
    Walk/Move About 76-100% of the time
  • Ability to comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures
  • The most significant duties have been included in this description. Other duties may be assigned as necessary. The facility reserves the right to modify this job description as needed to accurately reflect the duties assigned.

    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. 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.

    Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

    Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues recognize cultural beliefs and health practices and apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. Our dedication to diversity includes training, recruitment, retention, development, and accountability, plus partnerships and supplier diversity.

    EOE including disability/veteran

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