Acute Care RN - Cardiac Tele Advanced Heart Failure RN

Application Benefits

Apply today and ask about our Relocation and Sign on Bonus of up to $20,000!

Compensation based on experience:

• 0-1 years of experience: $10,000
• 1-3 years of experience: $15,000
• 3+ years: $20,000

7S is a cardiac telemetry unit specializing in heart failure management. Nurses on the unit are trained to care for patients with Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs), gaining valuable experience in advanced cardiac therapies. New graduate nurses can expect to begin VAD training after six months on the unit, while experienced nurses receive VAD training after orientation. This unit also manages a variety of cardiac drips following specific order guidelines, offering excellent exposure to a variety of cardiovascular care.

7S is a great place to build on your nursing expertise and develop the skills needed to transition into a cardiac intensive care role if desired.

At Mercy One, healthcare is more than just a doctor’s visit. Our mission is to improve the health of our communities, not only when you are sick but by keeping you well. Mercy One Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. Mercy One 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.

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

We are looking to hire a Registered Nurse. As an RN at Mercy One, you will provide individualized, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages, using a team approach to delegate and coordinate patient care. You will work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.
• Practice safe patient handling techniques.
• Continuously evaluate assigned patients and provide ongoing treatment.
• Anticipate, identify, and respond to educational and emotional needs of patients and families.
• Guide and direct healthcare personnel (e.g., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment set‑up, maintenance, and use (e.g., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices) and utilize safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms whenever available to maximize patient safety.
• Initiate emergency support measures (e.g., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patients from injury).

• 36 hours per week
• 3, 12‑hour shifts
• Day and night shifts available

• Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three months of hire.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified within six weeks of hire.

Colleagues of Mercy One Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system. Visit Mercy One Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at Mercy One Health System.

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.