ED Charge RN - Emergency Department Charge Registered ...

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 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 Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety. We are looking to hire a Charge RN at our Bettendorf Emergency Department Schedule: + 0.9, day shift + Main hours are M-Th, 07-1530, with one day a week being a 12 hr shift 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. + Overseesdaily 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. + Ensurescompliance with all policies and procedures governing assigned services, including JointCommission 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,MercyOneCentral IA Market and 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 delegatesdaily huddlesandmaintainshuddle boards in collaboration and direction fromUnit leader. + Assistsnursing and interdisciplinary team in patient/family education and discharge planning. General Requirements & Education: + Associate degree in nursingrequired. + Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. + 12 months of RN experience required. 24 monthspreferred. + Current Iowa RNlicense or compact RN license recognized by the state of Iowarequiredat the time of hire. A secondary RN license for the IL must be obtained within 12 months of the hiredate + American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required. + American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)required. + Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter u2013 Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire. + High language, intermediate to high math, high critical thinking ability. + Basic computer skillsrequired. 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 ( Davenport/Quad Cities Davenport and the Quad Cities region combine affordability with vibrant culture. Families benefit from the Davenport Community School District and nearby colleges like St. Ambrose University and Augustana College. The area offers museums, riverfront parks, bike trails and year-round festivals, plus easy access to Chicago and Des Moines for weekend trips. MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center, established in 1869, is one of the largest employers in the Quad Cities, with a workforce of nearly 5,000 employees. The non-profit regional health system has 674 licensed beds and more than 70 locations, serving a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. It offers NICU, cancer, cardiac, robotics, critical care, pediatrics, womenu2019s health, surgical, emergency, stroke, imaging, lab and weightu2011management services. Recognition includes IBM Watson topu201115 health system, Leapfrog u201cAu201d safety grade, U.S. News topu2011ranked hospital, national quality leadership, IT Most Wired, nursing excellence designations and Great Iowa Nurse honorees. 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: 2026-02-11