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LPN Dyersville

Trinity Health, Dyersville, IA, United States


Description
At MercyOne, health care 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.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Evening Shift

Location
Dyersville is known for its small‑town charm and excellent schools in the Western Dubuque Community School District. Families enjoy safe neighborhoods, local parks and attractions like the Field of Dreams movie site. Community events and easy access to Dubuque add to its appeal.

MercyOne Dyersville Medical Center is a 20‑bed critical access hospital serving 17 rural communities in western Dubuque County. As a Level IV Community Trauma Care Facility, it offers 24/7 emergency and trauma services, along with acute and skilled inpatient care, ambulatory surgery, home care and specialty clinics. The center includes a fully equipped laboratory, imaging services, retail pharmacy with drive‑thru and delivery and Phase II cardiac rehabilitation tailored to those recovering from heart events. Outpatient and inpatient physical, occupational and speech therapy are available locally to help patients regain function and independence. MercyOne Dyersville Medical Center delivers compassionate, personalized health care that keeps essential care close to home.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Dyersville? Find a Location Dyersville, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Dyersville.

Registered Nurse Role
As an RN at MercyOne, you will provide and direct safe, effective, and culturally competent care for patients with acute medical and surgical conditions. Through evidence‑based practice, you will utilize critical thinking to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate outcome‑based care. The Acute Care RN manages a diverse patient population with varying levels of acuity, including post‑operative, medical, telemetry, and neurologic patients. You will supervise and coordinate care provided by LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and other nursing team members, facilitate communication with physicians, patients and families, and interdisciplinary team members, and adhere to MercyOne’s performance expectations while upholding the Mission, Vision, and Values of MercyOne.

Essential Functions

Conducts assessment

Identifies patient problems and develops plan of care

Implements outcome/goal‑based plan of care

Evaluates patient progress and revises the outcome/goal‑based plan as needed

Communicates relevant clinical information to the team to optimize patient outcomes/goals

Demonstrates clinical competence

Manages telemetry and cardiac monitoring when applicable

Provides care appropriate to the age‑related needs of the patients served on assigned unit

Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, and other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

Schedule

1.0 FTE status, 40 hours per week

Monday – Friday

8‑hour shifts

Evening shift: 4:00 pm – 12:30 am

Minimum LPN Qualifications

The Licensed Practical Nurse must hold an active license to practice nursing in the state of Iowa.

Graduation from an approved program for practical nurses is required.

The Licensed Practical Nurse must maintain continuing education units per the state licensure requirements and continuously seek opportunities to enhance his or her own professional nursing practice.

Membership in an appropriate professional nursing organization is recommended.

Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) will be required within 30 days of hire and every 2 years thereafter.

Benefits
Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System.

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.

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