Registered Nurse - Inpatient Services

• Location 3201 First Street,Emmetsburg, IA, 50536,United States
• Employee Type Full-Time 36 Hours/Week

Our Registered Staff Nurses play a crucial role in delivering exceptional patient-centered care at PACHS. As an RN, you will coordinate nursing care, support patient and family education, and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to uphold high standards of professional nursing practice. You will help create a safe, healing, and supportive environment for patients and their families.

In this role, you will assess patient conditions, develop and implement nursing care plans, and evaluate outcomes to ensure individualized, effective care. You will administer medications and treatments, respond promptly to changes in condition, assist providers during procedures, and ensure accurate and timely documentation. You will advocate for patients and families, participate in discharge planning, and maintain strong interdisciplinary communication.

Your responsibilities include coordinating care with other departments, supporting the orientation of new team members, participating in quality-improvement initiatives, and assisting colleagues with patient care when needed. You will respond effectively in emergencies, practice responsible supply management, uphold organizational and regulatory standards, and participate in ongoing education and competency training. You will also adapt to changes in technology and workflow, maintaining required system access.

This role requires strong communication skills, critical thinking, adaptability, and the ability to both lead and collaborate within a team. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program, hold a current Iowa RN license, and maintain required certifications such as BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Additional specialty training is required for areas such as OB or Telemetry. Flexibility in scheduling and basic computer skills are essential.

New graduate RNs are welcome and encouraged to apply. PACHS offers a supportive onboarding experience, mentorship, and opportunities to grow in a collaborative environment.

We also offer weekend and night shift incentive packages , providing additional earning potential and flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance.

Employee Benefits

PACHS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial stability, and professional success.

• Two medical plan options (PPO and HDHP) with no-cost preventive care
• Employer HSA contributions for HDHP participants
• Dental insurance with 100% preventive coverage
• Vision coverage
• Discounted membership to the Arthur & Audrey Smith Wellness Center
• Employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Optional voluntary life insurance
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness coverage

Time Off & Lifestyle

• PTO begins accruing on your first day
• PTO cash-out program available up to four times per year
• Holiday Club payroll savings program

Support & Resources

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 confidential counseling, financial coaching, legal support, and more

About Palo Alto County Health System

Palo Alto County Health System is the healthcare hub of choice in Northwest Iowa, committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care supported by a culture of teamwork, respect, and compassion. PACHS provides a family-oriented and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, appreciated, and empowered to grow professionally. When you join PACHS, you join a mission-driven team dedicated to caring for our community — and for one another.