ICU Charge RN - Charge Registered Nurse Intensive Care

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description: At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctoru2019s visit or a place to go when youu2019re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities u2013 that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Dubuque is the leading hospital in the tri-states, offering the only comprehensive cardiology center and Level II regional neonatal intensive care unit in the area as well as the newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care and a wide range of outpatient and community services. MercyOne operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home. In recognition of the strength of its nursing service and the overall quality of patient care, MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet hospital four consecutive times u2013 the nationu2019s most prestigious award for nursing excellence. Full Time Charge RN role at MercyOne Genesis Silvis Intensive Care Unit + Days, 0700-1930 + Weekend and Holiday rotation ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS + Develops andmaintainsdepartmental daily staffing plan detailingappropriate employeeclassifications and qualifications consistent with the department's operational plan, projected volumes, patient/acuityand other relevant indicators. Assures compliance with staffing plan. + Oversees daily operations, staff management, and coordination of interdepartmental activities within the unit or department during the assigned shift. + Responsible for resolving clinical issues, and serving as a liaison between nurses, physicians, and administrative teams. + Provides orientation/education for staff and students to ensure assigned patients havea positive care experience. + Leadsstaff in the delivery of safe and effective patient care. + Delivers nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in collaboration with the physician. + Provides input on staff interviewing and hiring decisions as delegated by theunit leader. + Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements needed for patient records. + Ensures compliance with all policies and procedures governing assigned services, including Joint Commission standards, safety protocols, andapplicablefederal, state, and regulatory requirements. + Serves as a resource, mentor, and role model in delivering patient care using a team approach. + Facilitates communication between patient/family,physiciansand other caregivers to achieve consensus for the plan of care.Consultswith the Ethics Committee asappropriate. + Leads and promotes evidence-based practice and research among unit leaders and staff. + Leads quality improvement activities including performance improvement processes tofacilitateclinical practice changes. + Conduct follow-up on incident reports as directed by theUnit leaderandparticipatein ongoing audits of nursing-sensitive indicators to ensure regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, chart reviews, patient safety audits, shift-based crash cart checks, and other quality assuranceactivities asidentifiedby the facility. + Functions independently with minimal supervision from Nursing Leadership, guided by the Nurse Practice Act,MercyOneand Trinity Health policies,establishednursing standards, and sound professional judgment. + Plans unit and nursing resourceutilizationbased on established admission,dischargeand transfer criteria,initiatingappropriate interventionand collaboration tooptimizepatient care and unit/department operations. + Serves as a group leader and fulfills an assistant supervisory or lead role, providing guidance and support to team members. Additionally, it contributes to Human Resources functions by offering input and recommendations on personnel matters. + Identifiesand communicates staff needs to theunit leader. + Serves as a resource or u201cSuper Useru201d for documentation in the electronic medical record. + Leads orparticipatesin interdisciplinary patient rounds and care conferences, management rounding to patients and staff, and Rounding to Influence (Safety First). + Reviews and codes asindicatedfor shift needs in timekeeping system. + Collaborate withUnit leaderto balance schedule after closure of self-schedulingtime-periodand prior to completion of schedule. + Leads or delegates daily huddles andmaintainshuddle boards in collaboration and direction fromUnit leader. + Assistsnursing and interdisciplinary team in patient/family education and discharge planning. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS + Possession of a current Illinois RN license and IA RN license within one year + Bacheloru2019s degree in nursing preferred. + 12 months of RN experience required. 24 monthspreferred. + Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter u2013 Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire. + Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers. + Unit specific credentialing and education active and in good standing. + Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system Visit MercyOne Careers ( to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care. Want to learn more about MercyOne Genesis? Click here: MercyOne Genesis Stronger. Together. As One ( Silvis Silvis offers affordable living and access to the East Moline School District and nearby colleges in the Quad Cities. Families enjoy local parks, libraries and recreation facilities, plus proximity to cultural attractions and events in Davenport and Moline. MercyOne Gensis Silvis Medical Center is a 150u2011bed fullu2011service acute care-center serving a threeu2011county region in Illinois, offering 24/7 emergency, ambulance, ICU/critical care, birth center, heart and vascular, diabetes, imaging, lab, orthopedics, pharmacy, physical therapy, sleep, stroke and surgical care. 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.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 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. EOE including disability/veteran

Created: 2026-03-07