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Full timeShift:
Day Shift
Description:
Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists in carrying out the phases of the nursing process as appropriately delegated by the Registered Nurse. Performs activities and functions of resident care, which are task oriented, and within the skill level of the Licensed Practical Nurse, in accordance with Mercy Medical Center protocol. Adheres to the principles of Service Excellence Guiding Behaviors and the philosophy and mission of Mercy in all aspects of job performance.
Your best life. Our one purpose.
At MercyOne, we are dedicated to the well-being of both our colleagues and the patients they serve. Elevating patient-centered care comes from the efforts of all colleagues.
What we offer:
We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:
About the job:
Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists in carrying out the phases of the nursing process as appropriately delegated by the Registered Nurse. Performs activities and functions of resident care, which are task oriented, and within the skill level of the Licensed Practical Nurse, in accordance with Mercy Medical Center protocol. Adheres to the principles of Service Excellence Guiding Behaviors and the philosophy and mission of Mercy in all aspects of job performance.
What you will do:
What we are looking for:
Why MercyOne Western Iowa?
MercyOne Western Iowa serves the needs of individuals in a 33-county area including western Iowa, eastern Nebraska and southeastern South Dakota. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center, a 238-bed regional facility, is home to the only Level II trauma center in the area - one of only four trauma care facilities in the state to receive verification from the American College of Surgeons - and MercyOne Air Med, a regional helicopter ambulance service. Along with owned and managed hospitals in Primghar and Hawarden, Iowa, and a partnership with Dunes Surgical Hospital in South Dakota, the region also operates a primary care network, specialty care clinics and home health care, providing an entire continuum of preventative, primary, acute and tertiary health care services to provide personalized, compassionate care for the communities we serve and beyond.
About MercyOne and Trinity Health
We are MercyOne: a connected system of health care facilities and services dedicated to helping you and your community live your best life so you can get well-and stay well. With 420 care locations, our clinics, medical centers and affiliates are never too far from home, allowing us to improve the lives of individuals and communities across the state of Iowa and beyond. MercyOne Western Iowa is a member of Trinity Health
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 are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
Our Mission defines us:
MercyOne serves with fidelity to the Gospel as a compassionate, healing ministry of Jesus Christ to transform the health of our communities.
Our timeless Values guide us:
MercyOne Cultural Beliefs direct us:
MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Full timeShift:
Day Shift
Description:
Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists in carrying out the phases of the nursing process as appropriately delegated by the Registered Nurse. Performs activities and functions of resident care, which are task oriented, and within the skill level of the Licensed Practical Nurse, in accordance with Mercy Medical Center protocol. Adheres to the principles of Service Excellence Guiding Behaviors and the philosophy and mission of Mercy in all aspects of job performance.
Your best life. Our one purpose.
At MercyOne, we are dedicated to the well-being of both our colleagues and the patients they serve. Elevating patient-centered care comes from the efforts of all colleagues.
What we offer:
We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:
- Wellness programs
- Education reimbursement
- Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
- Paid time off
- Long- and short-term leave
- Retirement planning
- Life insurance coverage
- $7,500 Sign-On Bonus
About the job:
Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists in carrying out the phases of the nursing process as appropriately delegated by the Registered Nurse. Performs activities and functions of resident care, which are task oriented, and within the skill level of the Licensed Practical Nurse, in accordance with Mercy Medical Center protocol. Adheres to the principles of Service Excellence Guiding Behaviors and the philosophy and mission of Mercy in all aspects of job performance.
What you will do:
- Utilizing the nursing process assists the registered nurse in providing resident care from a holistic approach, specific to the age of the resident population identified within the department/unit scope of service, and in accordance with the department/unit standards.
- Demonstrates ability to anticipate/identify physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the resident and appropriately reports to the Registered Nurse.
- Communicates and collaborates effectively with registered nurses, certified nursing assistants and other multi-disciplinary team members, as well as residents, families and significant others.
- Implements and documents appropriated teaching needs to residents/family/significant others as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
- Implements and documents appropriated teaching needs to residents/family/significant others as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
- Prioritizes and implements appropriated interventions and treatments as delegated by the registered nurse, utilizing the formulated plan of care;
- Collaborates with the registered nurse to evaluate and document resident responses to the plan of care, mediations, treatments and therapies (ongoing resident assessments).
- Identifies and communicates significant changes in residents status (potential or actual adverse resident occurrences) to the Registered Nurse.
- Reports and records aspects of data collection/tasks performed into the residents record accurately and concisely;
- Upon completion of Pharmacology and Calculations Tests, administers medications (excluding intravenous administration) safely utilizing acquired knowledge and skills according to the physician's orders;
- Ensures that documentation accurately reflects supplies, equipment and services provided.
- Performs aseptic treatments/procedures per Registered Nurse delegation and physician order and in compliance with Mercy Medical Center protocol;
- Maintains knowledge and demonstrates competency in use of resident equipment;
What we are looking for:
- Requires an active Iowa LPN license in good standing.
- LPN Supervisor Training required within 30 days.
- One year of experience is preferred.
Why MercyOne Western Iowa?
MercyOne Western Iowa serves the needs of individuals in a 33-county area including western Iowa, eastern Nebraska and southeastern South Dakota. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center, a 238-bed regional facility, is home to the only Level II trauma center in the area - one of only four trauma care facilities in the state to receive verification from the American College of Surgeons - and MercyOne Air Med, a regional helicopter ambulance service. Along with owned and managed hospitals in Primghar and Hawarden, Iowa, and a partnership with Dunes Surgical Hospital in South Dakota, the region also operates a primary care network, specialty care clinics and home health care, providing an entire continuum of preventative, primary, acute and tertiary health care services to provide personalized, compassionate care for the communities we serve and beyond.
About MercyOne and Trinity Health
We are MercyOne: a connected system of health care facilities and services dedicated to helping you and your community live your best life so you can get well-and stay well. With 420 care locations, our clinics, medical centers and affiliates are never too far from home, allowing us to improve the lives of individuals and communities across the state of Iowa and beyond. MercyOne Western Iowa is a member of Trinity Health
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 are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
Our Mission defines us:
MercyOne serves with fidelity to the Gospel as a compassionate, healing ministry of Jesus Christ to transform the health of our communities.
Our timeless Values guide us:
- Reverence
- Integrity
- Commitment to the Poor
- Compassion
- Excellence
- Justice
- Stewardship
MercyOne Cultural Beliefs direct us:
- Be ONE: I benefit from and strengthen MercyOne.
- Personalize Care: Your experience. My responsibility.
- Own It!: I own my actions to deliver our key results.
- Improve Daily: I make improvements every day for those we serve including each other.
- Innovate: I imagine and embrace bold new ideas to revolutionize health.
MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
