$15,000 Sign On Bonus - Acute Care RN – Oncology Registered Nurse

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

$15,000 Sign On Bonus!

Job Posting Title

RN – Oncology

About MercyOne

At MercyOne, healthcare 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 Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds. It is also one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.

With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.

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Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire an amazing Oncology RN!

As a Registered Nurse on the Oncology unit at MercyOne, you will provide individualized, high-quality care to patients of all ages. You will use a team approach to delegate and coordinate care during admission, transfer, and discharge. In this role, you will independently deliver nursing care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, MercyOne policies, nursing standards, ethical principles, and professional judgment.

• Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.
• Practices safe patient handling techniques.
• Continuously evaluates assigned patients and provides ongoing treatment.
• Anticipates, identifies, and responds to the educational and emotional needs of patients and families.
• Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices).
• Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug libraries and monitor alarms whenever available to maximize patient safety.
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patients from injury).
• Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene).
  
  

Schedule

• Full Time: 36 hours per week
• Available Shifts: Days (7 AM – 7 PM) / Nights (7 PM – 7 AM)
• Every other holiday, and every other weekend
  
  

Position Highlights And Benefits

• $15,000 Sign On Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Eligible for a generous Night Shift Differential
  
  

We prioritize your well-being—both physical and mental—which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Wellness programs
• Education reimbursement
• Customized health insurance plans (including dental and vision)
• Paid time off
• Long- and short-term leave
• Retirement planning
• Life insurance coverage
  
  

General Requirements

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter
• Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification within six (6) weeks of hire
  
  

Education

• Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa
  
  

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.