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Trinity Health·Waterloo, Iowa
ICU RN - Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
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The ICU RN provides and directs safe, effective, and culturally competent care for critically ill patients with life-threatening conditions. They are responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating outcome-based care while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Effectively communicates patient status and care needs across teams and during shift transitions.
Clinical
Competence: Follows protocols, administers medications safely, and demonstrates proficiency in required systems and procedures.
ECMO
Management (if applicable): Provides advanced care to ECMO patients, including circuit management, data documentation, and technical education.
Age-Appropriate
Care: Delivers care based on developmental stages and patient-specific age needs.
Safety &
Compliance: Follows infection control, safety procedures, and regulatory standards.
Professional
Integrity: Adheres to legal, ethical, and organizational policies and participates in continuous professional development.
1. Associate degree required, BSN preferred. 2. No experience required; critical care nursing experience preferred. 3. Current Iowa RN license, (current IL license if working in IL). 4. BLS, Mandatory Reporter. 5. ACLS within 12 months of hire. 6. Cardiac monitoring course and/or select units of advance Nursing / Critical Care Course or comparable training 7. TNCC 8. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI) within 6 months of hire 9. High language, intermediate to high math, high critical thinking ability. 8. Basic computer skills required. 9. Ability to work with diverse groups of people. 10. Ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence and accountability. 11. Ability to lead/direct others in a high stress situation/environment. 12. If caring for ECMO patients: Attend and satisfy all the requirements of a formal course of study that is based upon the guidelines and recommendations set forth by the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO), designed by the ECLS Program Coordinator, and approved by the ECLS Program Medical Director. Complete (72) hours of supervised ECLS case management experience First (36) hours obtained with a qualified preceptor at the pump Remaining (36) hours obtained as the primary pump specialist with a veteran specialist as the patient’s bedside RN Satisfactorily participate in an introductory (8) hour ECLS competency simulation workshop verified by the ECLS Coordinator and ECLS Medical Director. Satisfy annual requirements to maintain status as an ECLS specialist. Position Purpose: Provides and directs safe, effective and culturally competent care for high risk, critically acute patients with actual or potential life-threatening conditions. Through evidence-based practice, utilizes critical thinking to assess, plan, implement and evaluate outcome-based care of patients. Provides care to critically ill patients including cardiovascular and surgical patients. May assume responsibilities and accountability for assigned ECMO patients. Supervises and coordinates care provided to patients by the LPN, Patient Care Assistants and other nursing team members. Facilitates communication with physicians, patient and family, other departments and/or team members. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of MercyOne. Waterloo, IA 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.
Candidates must hold an Associate degree in nursing and a current Iowa RN license, with a BSN preferred. The role requires BLS, ACLS, and TNCC certifications, along with the ability to work under pressure in a high-stress environment.
Market context
In Iowa, nursing roles often stay competitive because healthcare employers need candidates who are already in an accredited RN program and hold required certifications such as BLS for Healthcare Providers and Mandatory Reporter training. This role may appeal to applicants seeking a monthly stipend plus licensure and board fee reimbursement. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; confirm your enrollment status, certifications, and training before applying.