Resource Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

Resource Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation
Job Type: Full-Time | Day Shift | 5x8s

People are our passion and purpose.

Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. MercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury. We strive to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.

Where We Are:

Clive, Iowa is a thriving suburb of Des Moines, known for its upscale residential areas, well-maintained landscapes, and convenient location. It serves as a central hub for the western Des Moines suburbs, situated between Urbandale, Waukee, and West Des Moines. Clive offers a blend of urban convenience and peaceful suburban living, with attractions like the Greenbelt Park and trail system, the Clive Aquatic Center, and various community events

How you’ll contribute

The Resource Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care through assessments, nursing interventions, documentation, and interdisciplinary coordination, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality.

• Core Focus: This role will function as a Resource Nurse. You will oversee respiratory care and outcomes alongside other measurable clinical metrics. 
• Key Duties: Responsibilities include bedside patient care, real-time auditing and staff reeducation, working closely under the direction of the nurse manager.
• Schedule: The schedule consists of five 8-hour shifts per week and includes a weekend rotation.
• Staffing Flexibility: There is an expectation to cover occasional shifts as a staff nurse or Charge Nurse (CN).
• Overtime: There is always the opportunity to pick up extra shifts above your standard FTE hours if desired.

Essential Functions

• Accurately perform patient assessments and identify individual care needs.
• Initiate and implement appropriate nursing interventions.
• Deliver care appropriate to the condition and age of each patient.
• Document medical necessity and nursing activities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Complete and revise Interdisciplinary Care Plans for assigned patients.
• Perform timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:   

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. 

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. 

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. 

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). 

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. 

What we're looking for 

• Graduation from an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program.

• Current state license as Registered Nurse

• CPR/BCLS certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• ACLS

• CRRN (Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse)

• Rehab experience

EEOC Statement:

MercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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.