Medical Surgical

Registered Nurse Pulmonary Medicine Center

Expand your nursing skills in a supportive team-based environment by joining the 31-bed Pulmonary Medicine Center at Mercy Cedar Rapids. This fast-paced medical-surgical unit specializes in caring for a wide range of patients including those with COPD, pneumonia, sepsis, renal failure, cellulitis, diabetes, dementia, peritonitis, and COVID-19. No two days are the same! With such variety every day brings new learning opportunities and the chance to grow in both confidence and competence.

Its a close-knit team that is driven by people who bring integrity, compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence to every interaction the values that drive The Mercy Touch.

Schedule That Fits Your Life

12-hour shift 7a-7:30p with occasional weekends and rotating holidays

What Youll Do

As an RN in the Pulmonary Medicine Center you will:

• Deliver high-quality patient-centered care using evidence-based practices
• Monitor and support patients with complex medical needs
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and the care team at hand-offs
• Educate patients and families to support recovery and safe discharge
• Document care accurately in real time
• Respond effectively to emergencies and changing conditions
• Lead and delegate tasks to nursing assistants and support staff
• Create a respectful, compassionate environment for patients and team members

Why Mercy and the Pulmonary Medicine Center

Open to both experienced nurses and new graduates

Hands-on orientation and mentorship program

Work alongside a supportive interdisciplinary care team

Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth

Mercy Cedar Rapids is an independent locally-managed healthcare system that has served the community for 120+ years.