PAT RN - Pre - admission Services Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Registered Nurse!

As a Registered Nurse at MercyOne, you will support the continuum of care through assessment and management of the procedural patient prior to anesthesia. Key accountabilities include the evaluation of pre-surgical screening using critical thinking and supporting evidence based practice; adherence to the Professional Practice standards as defined by ANA; active participation in quality monitoring and performance improvement activities. Serves as contact person for customers prior to Genesis Medical Center encounter; obtains health history and pertinent health information identifying factors that may impact the perianesthesia patient's upcoming procedure and anesthesia. Ensures that services are provided efficiently according to Genesis Medical Center and departmental standards and goals. Provides perianesthesia education for the patient and family in the Preadmission or preanesthesia phase that will enhance knowledge and skills needed to promote recovery.

Schedule:

• Evening shift - 10 am - 6:30 pm
• No weekends/ major holidays

General Requirements:

• Guidance: The job requires the provision of occasional guidance and training to others. The job does not have formal or official supervisory responsibilities.
• Work requires limited responsibility for material resources. Examples of resources could include supplies, equipment, inventories, small budgets, and other similar material assets. The employee has a limited amount of control over these resources. The cost of errors is also limited in terms of damage, waste or financial loss. Problems associated with material resources are not complex. The volume of resources may vary, but the level of difficulty in dealing with these resources is uncomplicated.
• Relationships: Co-workers/Health System Employees, Outside Agencies/Other Health Care Providers, General Public/Visitors/Volunteers, Physicians/Medical Office Staff, Students/Interns/Residents/Outside Instructors, Patients, Families, and Significant Others

Education:

• Associate's degree in nursing
• Registered Nurse In Iowa, license in Illinois required within one year.
• BLS
• Keyboarding/ Windows experience
• More than 3 years experience required
• Medical/Surgical/Peds nursing experience preferred

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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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.