Nursing Jobs in Fort Madison, IA

Great River Health

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Right Choice/Internal Resource Pool (PRN)

Job Details: Great River Health is excited to introduce the Right Choice Internal Resource Pool (IRP), an innovative approach to healthcare staffing. This program is designed to empower our team with flexibility and varied work opportunities, all while enhancing patient care across our facilities. Job Description: What Makes Right Choice IRP Unique? With Right Choice IRP, you have the flexibility to set your own schedule, allowing you to balance work with your personal commitments. Whether you prefer intermittent shifts without the limitations of a fixed schedule or are looking for longer-term assignments (6+ weeks) at long-term care facilities or hospitals, we offer options to suit your needs. Commitment: $25/hour F loat to all 3 Great River Health hospital locations and/or long-term care facilities based on experience. Minimum of 24 hours in a 6-week scheduling period We ask that you select one Summer and one Winter hard to fill shift as part of your commitment. You can select the hard to fill day and shift time that suits your availability, and you can adjust this as you see fit annually. Eligible shift differentials: o Evening differential: $1.40/hour (14:30 - 22:59) o Night differential: $1.60/hour (22:30 - 08:30) o Weekend differential: $1.00/hour (Friday @ 23:00 – Sunday @ 23:00) o Holiday Differential: 1.5x base rate of pay (2.0x base rate on Christmas) Qualifications: REQUIRED Minimum 6 months experience as a CNA Must be willing to work at all three location hospitals and/or long-term care facilities (based on experience) Certified Nursing Assistant in the State of Iowa Maintains valid licensure/certification/registration Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Bickford of Burlington

Caregiver Assistant

Starting at $14.50 Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as a Caregiver Assistant! The Caregiver Assistant supports resident care within the branch. Ensuring Resident’s daily needs are met in a compassionate way that maintains their dignity, allowing them to live their life to the fullest! This position offers a full suite of benefits options that vary based on employment status. Some of the benefits include, but are not limited to: Full-time employees are eligible for all benefits (medical, dental, vision, and voluntary products) Part-time employees (29 or fewer hours per week) are eligible for Voluntary Life, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Identity Protection, and Cyber Monitoring Benefits start on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment Prescription savings plans All employees are eligible for 401(k) with employer match Pay available daily "There is no higher calling, no greater purpose than a caregiver. Somehow, we’ve come to believe that caregiving is just for some of us and not all. Yet, at our core, we are all made to love, connect, to extend ourselves in service to others. The question is… do we have the will to love, do what it takes, and risk ourselves in caring, even when the burden is great? In times of happiness and sadness, we are that caregiver” - www.bickfordseniorliving.com/caregivers-manifesto RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS Responsibilities: Know the residents you serve, providing care based on their service plans. Assist in all aspects of a resident’s daily life, including activities of daily living, meal service, and social engagement. Appropriately communicate with branch clinical leadership when a resident’s needs change. Knowledge of how to approach and care for residents with dementia. Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED; or one-year related experience. Willing to successfully complete the Certified Nurse Aide course within six months of hire. Willing to take additional training or education, which specific states may require. CPR and First Aid certifications required or willingness to obtain certification. Ability to handle multiple priorities. Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication. Competent in organizational and time management skills. Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills ABOUT BICKFORD SENIOR LIVING: Bickford Senior Living is a community of caregivers who are dedicated to doing whatever it takes to enrich our resident’s happiness. Founded in 1991 in Olathe, Kansas, by the Eby Family. Mary Bickford, the matriarch of the family, was the first resident of a Bickford Branch and our namesake. That location became the start of a tradition of caring that has extended to over 50 locations in 7 states. Although Bickford Senior Living has grown in size… we pride ourselves in the family environment that is the foundation on which Bickford has served thousands of residents and employees throughout the years. www.bickfordseniorliving.com/our-story At Bickford, you will… Make a Difference Every Day We are passionate about our mission — to champion quality of life for all seniors. We deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage our residents to enjoy life to the fullest. Be Part of a Uniquely Supportive Community The care-focused environment we create for residents extends to our team members. We offer programs, rewards, and benefits to help you live your best. Ignite Your Potential We believe potential has no limits. We offer best-in-class leadership development programs designed to grow our leaders. We are committed to helping our team members achieve their career goals. #GoBickfordcaregiver
Bickford of Burlington

Certified Caregiver

Starting at $16.50 Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as a Certified Caregiver! The Certified Caregiver supports resident care within the branch, ensuring that Resident’s daily needs are met in a compassionate way that maintains their dignity, allowing them to live their life to the fullest! This position offers a full suite of benefits options that vary based on employment status. Some of the benefits include, but are not limited to: Full-time employees are eligible for all benefits (medical, dental, vision, and voluntary products) Part-time employees (29 or fewer hours per week) are eligible for Voluntary Life, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Identity Protection, and Cyber Monitoring Benefits start on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment Prescription savings plans All employees are eligible for 401(k) with employer match Pay available daily "There is no higher calling, no greater purpose than a caregiver. Somehow, we’ve come to believe that caregiving is just for some of us and not all. Yet, at our core, we are all made to love, connect, to extend ourselves in service to others. The question is… do we have the will to love, do what it takes, and risk ourselves in caring, even when the burden is great? In times of happiness and sadness, we are that caregiver” - www.bickfordseniorliving.com/caregivers-manifesto RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS Responsibilities: Know the residents you serve, providing care based on their service plans. Assist in all aspects of a resident’s daily life, including activities of daily living, meal service, and social engagement. Appropriately communicate with branch clinical leadership when a resident’s needs change. Knowledge of how to approach and care for residents with dementia. Qualifications: An active CNA License in good standing. High School Diploma or GED. Willing to take additional training or education, which specific states may require. CPR and First Aid certifications are required. Ability to handle multiple priorities. Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication. Competent in organizational and time management skills. Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills ABOUT BICKFORD SENIOR LIVING: Bickford Senior Living is a community of caregivers who are dedicated to doing whatever it takes to enrich our resident’s happiness. Founded in 1991 in Olathe, Kansas, by the Eby Family. Mary Bickford, the matriarch of the family, was the first resident of a Bickford Branch and our namesake. That location became the start of a tradition of caring that has extended to over 50 locations in 7 states. Although Bickford Senior Living has grown in size… we pride ourselves in the family environment that is the foundation on which Bickford has served thousands of residents and employees throughout the years. www.bickfordseniorliving.com/our-story At Bickford, you will… Make a Difference Every Day We are passionate about our mission — to champion quality of life for all seniors. We deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage our residents to enjoy life to the fullest. Be Part of a Uniquely Supportive Community The care-focused environment we create for residents extends to our team members. We offer programs, rewards, and benefits to help you live your best. Ignite Your Potential We believe potential has no limits. We offer best-in-class leadership development programs designed to grow our leaders. We are committed to helping our team members achieve their career goals. #CMA/CNA3 #GoBickfordcaregiver
Great River Health

Registered Nurse (RN) | 36 hours per week | Medical Surgical Unit

Minimum Hiring Wage: From $35.79 per hour Job Details: $15,000 Sign On Bonus for Qualified Candidates Scheduled hours: 7:00am-7:30pm, every other weekend Job Description: Delivers care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation in coordination with other health team members. Effectively interacts with the patient, significant others, and other health team members while maintaining high standards of professional nursing. Provides high quality care to the following patient populations: Geriatric, Medical/Surgical, Adult, and Telemetry. Qualifications: Required: Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) minimum or currently in last semester. Maintains valid licensure/certification/registration. Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Iowa or currently in last semester of school. Benefits: We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes: Competitive base pay Matching retirement programs Health, Dental and Vision plans Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Paid time off (PTO) Education Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Discounted cafeteria meals Paid Parental Leave Employee Service Recognition program Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Professional Case Management

Registered Nurse (RN)

$36 - $38.50 / hour
Make a Difference on Your Own Schedule and Terms! Hiring Registered Nurses in Illinois Professional Case Management, the leader in home healthcare, is now hiring RN’s to provide in-home healthcare services to help those who have served our country! Benefit from one-on-one patient relationships and from the satisfaction of enhancing clients’ health, quality of life and peace of mind. You make your own schedule - that leaves you with time to attend school, travel, volunteer or to enjoy activities with your family and friends. Here's Why Our Team Likes Working with Us Create the schedule you want to work Rewarding one-on-one work with Patients in the comfort of their homes Benefit Packages include medical, dental and vision benefits. See our Careers page for more details about benefit eligibility. Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (pretax savings account!) Ideal Candidates will Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills Practice nursing with respect for individual, cultural, and spiritual differences Promote personal safety and a safe environment for clients Maintain compliance with agency policy and procedures Qualifications Graduate of a state-approved school of professional nursing Current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) of practice Current CPR certification and TB test To apply for this unique opportunity and to learn more about the community we service, please apply today or reach out to Heather Pettinger at 866-776-0127 x 135, heather.pettinger@procasemanagement.com Standard Rate: $36.00 - $38.50 Hourly Please contact Heather Pettinger at or at heather.pettinger@procasemanagement.com today to learn more about our opportunities where you can make a difference in your own career! Professional Case Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Professional Case Management

Registered Nurse - RN - Home Health

$36 - $38.50 / hour
Make a Difference on Your Own Schedule and Terms! Hiring Registered Nurses in Iowa Professional Case Management, the leader in home healthcare, is now hiring RN’s to provide in-home healthcare services to help those who have served our country! Benefit from one-on-one patient relationships and from the satisfaction of enhancing clients’ health, quality of life and peace of mind. You make your own schedule - that leaves you with time to attend school, travel, volunteer or to enjoy activities with your family and friends. Here's Why Our Team Likes Working with Us Create the schedule you want to work Rewarding one-on-one work with patients in the comfort of their homes Benefit Packages include medical, dental and vision benefits. See our Careers page for more details about benefit eligibility. Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (pretax savings account!) Ideal Candidates will Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills Practice nursing with respect for individual, cultural, and spiritual differences Promote personal safety and a safe environment for clients Maintain compliance with agency policy and procedures Qualifications Graduate of a state-approved school of professional nursing Current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) of practice Current CPR certification and TB test To apply for this unique opportunity and to learn more about the community we service, please apply today! Standard Rate: $36.00 - $38.50 Hourly Please contact Heather Pettinger at or at heather.pettinger@procasemanagement.com today to learn more about our opportunities where you can make a difference in your own career! Professional Case Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Great River Health

Registered Nurse | 36 hours per week | Telemetry

Minimum Hiring Wage: From $35.79 per hour Job Details: $15,000 Sign On Bonus for Qualified Candidates Scheduled Hours: 7:00pm - 7:30am, every other weekend Job Description: To aid and assist in the development, implementation, utilization and maintenance of the day-to-day operations of the Inpatient Nursing unit. Works closely with departmental managers and directors in the assistance of staff and patient needs while performing as an integral role in department operations, including but not limited to—assigning work, real time coaching and rewarding. Qualifications: Required: Associate Degree in Nursing Registered Nursing licensed in the State of Iowa Maintains current and active status on all required trainings and education as outlines by corporate policy BLS/ACLS/Basic Dysrhythmia Certified Required experience as preceptor and mentor for nursing staff. Preferred: Prefer 2-5 years of experience in area of Acute Medical Care. Prefer 2-5 years of experience in providing adult education. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred Board Certified in nursing education, professional nursing development, or acute care preferred. Benefits: We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes: Competitive base pay Matching retirement programs Health, Dental and Vision plans Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Paid time off (PTO) Education Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Discounted cafeteria meals Paid Parental Leave Employee Service Recognition program Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Great River Health

Registered Nurse | 30 hours per week| Emergency Room

Minimum Hiring Wage: From $35.79 per hour Job Details: $10,000 Sign On Bonus for Qualified Candidates Scheduled Hours: 6:00pm - 6:30am, scheduled every other weekend. Job Description: A Brief Overview Delivers care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation in coordination with other health team members. Effectively interacts with the patient, significant others, and other health team members while maintaining high standards of professional nursing. Duties are included but are not limited to those below for specified units. * Perform Bedside shift report and beginning and end of shift.* Utilize policies and procedures to keep patients safe from falls. * Assist in wound prevention and Hospital acquired pressure injuries. Assessment• Demonstrates the ability to obtain a comprehensive admission history, performs physical assessment of patient• Differentiates variations of normal and abnormal assessment findings• Analyzes and prioritizes abnormal findings. Initiates appropriate response• Anticipates actual or potential problems or health concerns in the hospital and/or home setting• Demonstrates ongoing assessment of patient's psychosocial, physiological and educational process per unit policy• Anticipates, recognizes and documents subtle changes in patient's physical and mental status• Integrates analysis of diagnostic information in patient assessment and care• Analyzes ongoing assessments to determine patient's and/or significant others learning and discharge needs Diagnosis• Integrates assessment data and formulates an individual nursing diagnosis according to policies and procedures Planning• Formulates an individualized plan of care including discharge planning based on standards of care and policies and procedures• Modifies individualized plan of care based on ongoing assessment and changes in patient status• Anticipates and manages changing situations Implementation• Administers prescribed treatments and medications promptly according to hospital policies and procedures• Recognizes and questions unsafe, incorrect or inadequate orders. Intervenes to clarify patient order• Utilizes opportunities during delivery of patient care to teach the patient information necessary to attain the optimal level of self-care Evaluation• Evaluates patient's response to care and comprehension of education Documentation• Documents all aspects of the nursing process in a legible, concise, clear, and timely manner utilizing PCS or appropriate hospital forms, utilizing correct medical terminology and accepted abbreviations Communication• Involves patient and significant other(s) in all aspects of the nursing process• Acts as a patient advocate and respects the rights and confidentiality of patients• Promotes communication and relays information in a clear manner• Understand and acts within the guidelines for addressing ethical concerns• Communicates delays or wait times to patient/significant other Judgment• Demonstrates sound judgment with the Nursing Process based upon critical thinking skills and a problem-solving approach• Anticipates and takes proper action in emergency and complex patient care situations Equipment• Demonstrates the ability to utilize appropriate equipment when providing nursing care according to unit/organizational policies, including ability to trouble shoot equipment What you will do Assess and monitor patient condition, documenting and communicating results to physician as appropriate. Document all aspects of patient care provided in the medical record, adhering to documentation standards. Administer prescribed medications adhering to the six rights of medication administration, IV fluids, enteral feedings, monitoring their effectiveness, and addressing needs. Answer patients' calls and provides assistance or determines how to assist them. Assemble equipment, performs procedures and treatments and/or assists medical staff with patient procedures Provide basic patient care and treatments such as dressing wounds, preventing and treating pressure ulcers or performing catheterizations. Prepare patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explain procedures. Collect samples such as blood, urine and sputum from patients, and perform routine laboratory tests on samples (such as blood glucose monitoring) or sends the specimen to lab appropriately labeled. Formulate, evaluate and modify an individualized plan of care including discharge planning. Evaluate nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other health care team members as necessary. Monitor patients' medication usage and results as well as responsible use of Medical and pharmaceutical supplies. Help patients with bathing, dressing, maintaining personal hygiene, moving in bed, or standing and walking. Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, oxygen saturation and pain. Provide patient and family education. Assess resources to plan and coordinate patient care. Act as a patient advocate, respect rights and confidentiality of patients. Work as part of a health care team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions. Participate in treatment team conferences regarding diagnosis or treatment of difficult cases. Participate in performance improvement activities, including quality assurance, quality monitoring and improvement efforts. Delegate aspects of care to others including certified nursing assistants, patient service associates, and licensed practical nurses; provides oversight for ensuring completion of the functions. Mentor new employees and students. Adhere to safety practices and evidence based practices. Adhere to safety practices for own personal protection, i.e. infection control devices, lifts, gait belts, eye shields, gloves. Prioritize specific aspects of assignment based on patient care needs. Coordinate and oversee nursing care provided for patient care assignment. Monitor patients' medication usage and results as well as responsible use of Medical and pharmaceutical supplies. Qualifications Associate’s Degree (AA) Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) Required Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) bachelor’s degree in nursing or other related field Preferred Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions. Knowledge of basic math to calculate medication doses. Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Talking to others to convey information effectively. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Actively looking for ways to help people. The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position. The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association within 60 Days Required Child Abuse Iowa Mandatory Reporter - Iowa Department of Human Services within 180 Days Required Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter - Iowa Department of Human Services within 180 Days Required Registered Nurse Iowa Board of Nursing (IBON) (United States of America) Required Qualifications: MOAB within 1 year of hire for all inpatient units. ED: Geriatric, Medical/Surgical, Adult, Telemetry, Pediatric, Behavioral Health, Critical Care. Including triage of patients, providing emergency support measures to patients, working closely with providers and family members to keep them updated, and reporting patient results. NIHSS and 8 Hours of Primary Stroke Education within 90 days of hire Basic Dysrhythmia within six months of hire ACLS, PALS, MOAB Provider, and HERT within one year of hire. TNCC within 18 months of hire. Benefits: We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes: Competitive base pay Matching retirement programs Health, Dental and Vision plans Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Paid time off (PTO) Education Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Discounted cafeteria meals Paid Parental Leave Employee Service Recognition program Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Great River Health

Registered Nurse (RN) | 36 hours per week | Medical Surgical Unit

Minimum Hiring Wage: From $35.79 per hour Job Details: $10,000 Sign On Bonus eligibility for qualifying candidates. Scheduled hours: 6:00am - 6:30pm, every other weekend Job Description: Delivers care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation in coordination with other health team members. Effectively interacts with the patient, significant others, and other health team members while maintaining high standards of professional nursing. Provides high quality care to the following patient populations: Geriatric, Medical/Surgical, Adult, Pediatric and Telemetry. Qualifications: Required: Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) required. Maintains current and active status on all required licensure/certification/registration, including training and education as outlined by corporate policy. Benefits: We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes: Competitive base pay Matching retirement programs Health, Dental and Vision plans Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Paid time off (PTO) Education Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Discounted cafeteria meals Paid Parental Leave Employee Service Recognition program Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.