Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Weekend Package

Van Buren County Hospital; Keosauqua (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefits

Fixed three-day schedule

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Keosauqua is hiring a Weekend Package RN to provide exceptional care for Med/Surg patients. The role includes assessing patient care needs, educating patients, and coordinating with medical teams. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing school and hold an Iowa RN license. This position offers competitive wages and a fixed three-day work schedule from Friday to Sunday.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Iowa RN license or compact state license.
• BLS certification required; ACLS required or willing to obtain.
• PALS/TNCC encouraged or obtainable within one year.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care for a diverse population.
• Safely perform nursing procedures and administer medications.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and treatments.
• Document patient status and care plans in the electronic health record.
• Coordinate with physicians and team members for quality outcomes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current Iowa RN license

BLS certification

Tools

Electronic health record

Job description

Van Buren County Hospital is hiring a Weekend Package RN to provide exceptional care for Med/Surg patients on our day shift team.
Work three 12-hour shifts each week (Friday–Sunday) and enjoy a consistent schedule with competitive pay and benefits.

Position Summary

Van Buren County Hospital is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Med/Surg team as part of our Weekend Package. This position provides professional nursing care to acute, sub‑acute, and chronically ill patients while supporting our “One Culture” values of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Essential Functions

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care for a diverse population.
• Safely perform nursing procedures, administer medications, and respond to emergencies.
• Educate patients and families on disease management, treatments, and discharge planning.
• Document patient status and care plans in the electronic health record.
• Coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality outcomes.
• Promote VBCH’s cultural values through professional, patient‑centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Iowa RN license or compact state license.
• BLS certification required; ACLS required or willing to obtain.
• PALS/TNCC encouraged or obtainable within one year (for cross‑training to ED).
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills.

Why VBCH?

Weekend Package employees enjoy competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care while working a fixed three‑day schedule.

• Supervisor: Janice Nini: Feel free to call with any questions about the position [phone]
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