MEDSURG REGISTERED NURSE - WEEKEND PACKAGE NIGHTS

Pellahealth; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 Hours PTO upfront

Weekend extra half pay

Job summary

Pellahealth is seeking a registered nurse for weekend package nights in Iowa. The role requires current Iowa RN licensure, BLS with ACLS, and acute care experience. You will collaborate with the health care team to ensure safe patient outcomes across neonate to geriatric populations.

The position offers weekend coverage (Fri-Sun 7pm-7am) with upfront PTO and additional weekend pay, and requires strong communication and teamwork within interdisciplinary care teams.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred.
• Current Registration and Licensure in the State of Iowa as an RN.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required; certification within 3 months of hire.
• Current ACLS certification. (Obtain per policy).
• Nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the health care team to provide safe and optimal patient outcomes.
• Directs the work of support staff in the provision of care.
• Performs general nursing duties using critical thinking with minimal supervision.
• Care for neonate to geriatric populations as appropriate.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Empathetic listening

Nursing judgement

Education

RN diploma/ADN

BSN preferred

Tools

AHA BLS

ACLS certification

Computer basics

Job description

MEDSURG REGISTERED NURSE - WEEKEND PACKAGE NIGHTS

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: MEDSU002245

• Posted : October 2, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Description

SCHEDULE: 1900-0700 Friday, Saturday, Sunday

40 HOURS UPFRONT PTO + WEEKEND EXTRA HALF PAY

Hiring candidates!

JOB SUMMARY:

Collaborates with the health care team using evidence based practice, demonstrating accountability, respect for patients, families and coworkers, while providing safe and optimal patient outcomes.Promotes continuity of care by communicating effectively with interdisciplinary team and family as appropriate. Directs the work of the support staff in the provision of care.Performs general nursing duties using critical thinking skills with minimal supervision. Able to work with the age specific populations according to the setting. Assessments includes: neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and the geriatric patient.

JOB SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred.
• Current Registration and Licensure in the State of Iowa as an RN. Must be in good standing with the Board of Nursing.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required. New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date.
• Current ACLS certification. (New employees should obtain per guidelines of the Education Course Requirements policy.)
• Nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• High degree of empathetic listening skills, tact and kindness toward others.
• Ability to communicate well verbally. Must work effectively as a member of a team.
• Basic computer knowledge
• Technical and critical thinking skills in relation to sound nursing judgment.
• Knowledge of nursing practices as they relate to acute care.

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