Pain Management RN

MercyOne - Des Moines, IA

Job Title: Pain Management RN

Position: Nursing Care Provider

Job Type: Full Time

Pay:

Shift: Day Shift

Work Type:

Location

Address:

City: Des Moines

State: IA

ZIP Code:

Job Responsibilities

Administers nursing care to patients, including preparation and evaluation of pain patients prior to procedures.
Proficient in IV skills.
Reviews charts to ensure completeness in documentation.
Prepares for cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of the patient and physician.
Collects and analyzes data and assesses patients in developing nursing diagnosis.
Communicates effectively with patients, staff, physicians, families, and other health care team members.
Promotes quality and service excellence in all aspects of patient care.
Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance, and use.
Initiates and directs room clean up and turnover.
Performs EKG interpretation.
Conducts ongoing physiological assessment through all phases of the process.
Documents in the EMR accurately, concisely, and in a timely manner.
Identifies patient/family educational needs and implements individualized measures to meet those.
Supervises delegated tasks and duties.
Participates in self-directed learning and continuing education to meet own professional development.
Attends and successfully completes all required education within the defined time frame.
Assumes responsibility for knowledge of and adherence to approved hospital policy and structure and process standards.
Participates in unit-based quality management activities as requested.
Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution.
Initiates emergency support measures.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Current or compact state license as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa
Mandatory Reporter abuse training completion within three months of hire
Basic Life Support certification within six weeks of hire
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or obtained within six months of hire

Preferred Skills

Not specified

Requirements

Experience:

Education:

License & Certification:

Registered Nurse License
Basic Life Support Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

Schedule:

Not specified

COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Benefits

Not specified

Supplemental Pay

Not specified

Special Notes

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.

Facility Details

Name: MercyOne

Description: Not Specified

Specialties:

Not specified

Mission: 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.