Registered Nurse (RN) Weekends

Ridgewood Specialty Care, a 60-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Ottumwa, IA, is now hiring!

Registered Nurse (RN)

Shifts Available: Full-Time, 6pm to 6am, Weekend Package

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as a Registered Nurse!

Join our compassionate care team across more than 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa. If you're a dedicated and empathetic caregiver looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others during their healthcare journey, this is your opportunity to shine.

What You’ll Do & Key

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.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in good standing. License must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.

• Current, valid CPR Certification.

• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.

• A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive

Compensation

Earn a highly competitive wage +

• shift differentials.

• Comprehensive

Benefits

Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.

• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.

• Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.

• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!

Start Your Journey with Us

Apply today and become part of a team where your compassion, dedication, and care truly matter. At Care Initiatives, we’re committed to helping you grow your career while improving the lives of those we serve.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.