Registered Nurse (RN) Weekend Package Days
About The Position
Dubuque Specialty Care, an 84-bed long-term care skilled nursing community in Dubuque, Iowa, is hiring a Registered Nurse to provide compassionate resident care. The position is a weekend package schedule, Friday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with competitive wages and weekend package premium pay. The Registered Nurse provides direct nursing care in a skilled nursing environment, supports unit clinical operations, administers medications and treatments, monitors resident conditions, and responds to changes in status. The role works collaboratively with CNAs, LPNs, providers, and other interdisciplinary team members; communicates with residents and families; documents care; and follows infection control, safety, regulatory, and facility requirements. Care Initiatives describes itself as a provider with more than 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa. It is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and fostering inclusive, equitable, and welcoming working and learning environments. Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and states that it complies with applicable federal civil rights laws.
Requirements
- Valid RN license in good standing, valid in Iowa or with the ability to activate it.
- Current, valid CPR certification.
- Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
- Strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct, compassionate nursing care to residents in a skilled nursing environment.
- Support daily clinical operations on the unit, ensuring quality care and resident safety.
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and on time.
- Monitor resident conditions and respond promptly to changes in status.
- Collaborate with CNA, LPN, provider, and other interdisciplinary team members to promote teamwork and high-quality care.
- Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.
- Document care accurately to meet clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
- Follow infection control, safety, and compliance protocols at all times.
Benefits
- Competitive wage and weekend package premium pay.
- Shift differentials.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefit options for eligible employees.
- 403(b) retirement savings plan.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Referral bonus program.
- Tuition reimbursement and company-paid training and education.
- Digital wallet access to pay as earned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
