Registered Nurse RN 5000 Bonus
Valley View Village, a Cassia community, is hiring Registered Nurses (RN) to join our team!
- Eligibility
- Shift and hours
- Day 6:00 am to 2:00 pm · Evening 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm
- Unit and setting
- Long Term Care The ideal candidate is a skilled and dependable Registered Nurse (RN) who thrives in a team-oriented environment and is committed to enhancing the lives of older adults.older adults
- License
- RN license Must have a current Iowa RN license or have RN licensure within the compact statesCurrent Iowa RN license or compact state RN licensure
- Term
- Permanent Position Type: Full-Time, benefits eligible positionFull-Time
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed New grads welcome to apply!
- License
- Current Iowa RN license or compact state RN licensure Must have a current Iowa RN license or have RN licensure within the compact states Check your license
- Certification
- CPR certificate or willingness to obtain it
- Also asks
- Stable work history
- Also asks
- Strong communication and organizational skills Must have strong communication and organizational skills
- Also asks
- Self-starter with desire to be part of a team Self-starter with a desire to be a part of a team
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questionsAround graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license
Why start this early?
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- In range for Iowa staff rolesIowa staff postings that state pay run $28/hr to $52/hr, the middle half $33/hr to $47/hr, across 337 postings.
- Sign-on bonus
- $5,000
- Tuition assistance
- Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
- Loan repayment
- Offered
- Bonus
- $5,000 bonus Bonus: $5,000 for evening shift onlyfor evening shift only
- Pay reviews
- experience-based raises Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
Benefits
- BenefitsPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Our community qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) in Iowa after 120 qualifying payments.
- BenefitsTuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
- BenefitsPaid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer MatchPaid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
- BenefitsComprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time EmployeesComprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
- BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family membersEmployee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
- BenefitsEmployee Discount ProgramEmployee Discount Program
More benefits (10)
- BenefitsPet InsurancePet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- notify clinical manager, physicians, and families of changes in resident condition and follow up Notifies Clinical Manager, attending physicians, and family members of significant changes in a resident's condition, and takes follow-up action as necessary
- Day to day
- administer medications and treatments per orders and monitor response Administers medications and/or treatments in accordance with physician's orders and monitors for effectiveness/response
- Day to day
- monitor residents and report condition changes Monitor residents and report any change in their condition
- Day to day
- chart care using computerized medication administration and charting software Documents care using computerized medication administration and charting software
- Day to day
- display courteous attitude and respect to residents, families, and staff Displays a courteous attitude and respect for all residents, families, and staff.
- Day to day
- monitor CNA performance Monitor performance of CNA staff
- Day to day
- use strong interpersonal skills when interacting with others Use strong interpersonal skills when interacting with others.
The workplace
- Address
- 2571 Guthrie Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range, differentials, and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Valley View Village, a Cassia community, is hiring Registered Nurses (RN) to join our team! Staff enjoy a favorable staff-to-resident ratio which allows us to provide exceptional care and build meaningful relationships with residents. Our community qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) in Iowa after 120 qualifying payments. We’re also introducing new staffing patterns and shifts —designed to enhance flexibility and work-life balance for our team. We are offering a $5,000 bonus for the evening shift.
As a Registered Nurse at Valley View Village, you’ll provide compassionate, high-quality care to residents, administer medications, and collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure the best possible outcomes. The ideal candidate is a skilled and dependable Registered Nurse (RN) who thrives in a team-oriented environment and is committed to enhancing the lives of older adults. If you’re looking for a rewarding role in a supportive, nonprofit community, we’d love to have you join our team! New grads welcome to apply!
Position Type: Full-Time, benefits eligible position
Shifts Available
Day: 6:00 am to 2:00 pm
Evening 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm
- Wage Range: $37.50+ /hour depending on experience
- Bonus: $5,000 for evening shift only
- Location: 2571 Guthrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
Registered Nurse
responsibilities
Notifies Clinical Manager, attending physicians, and family members of significant changes in a resident's condition, and takes follow-up action as necessary Administers medications and/or treatments in accordance with physician's orders and monitors for effectiveness/response Monitor residents and report any change in their condition Documents care using computerized medication administration and charting software Displays a courteous attitude and respect for all residents, families, and staff. Monitor performance of CNA staff Use strong interpersonal skills when interacting with others.
Registered Nurse
Qualifications
- Must have a current Iowa RN license or have RN licensure within the compact states
- CPR certificate or willingness to obtain it
- Stable work history
- Must have strong communication and organizational skills
- Self-starter with a desire to be a part of a team
Cassia
Benefits
Competitive Pay with experience-based raises Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific) Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members Employee Discount Program Pet Insurance
About Us
Valley View Village is a continuum of care campus located on 16 sprawling acres. Our campus takes pride in winning the blue-ribbon award for excellent infection control as well as receiving the 2025 Customer Experience Award in multiple categories. At Valley View Village, you'll often hear laughter filling our halls. We value our employees and take pride in recognizing their hard work. Staff enjoy a work-life balance, food discounts, and connecting with our amazing residents.
Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.valleyviewvillage.org
Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!
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Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.
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What's around it?
Des Moines, IAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 8% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,090/mo
- Household income
- $65,932/yr, all local households, not nurse pay