RN - Registered Nurse
How this pay compares
This posting states $38–$43.70 an hour. Open registered nurse jobs in Iowa post a median of $37.23 an hour, the middle half $35.79–$43.36, across 115 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Registered nurses employed in Iowa earn a median of $37.80 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Now hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the award-winning team at Elm Crest Senior Living in Harlan, IA . Full-time and flexible PRN opportunities, and you'll find a supportive environment where your clinical skills and compassion make a lasting difference.
PRN Opportunities: Work shifts that fit your schedule and pick up additional hours as desired.
What Makes Elm Crest Different?
- Earn $38.00-$43.70 per hour based on experience
- Additional shift premiums of $3.25 for PM hours and $3.50 for overnight hours
- Work alongside a team that achieved a deficiency-free Health Survey in 2026
- Flexible PRN scheduling with opportunities to work part-time or full-time hours
- Build meaningful relationships with residents and their families every day
Your Impact
- Monitor resident health and respond to changes in condition
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders
- Lead and support nursing staff to ensure quality resident care
- Communicate with physicians, residents, and family members regarding care needs
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and regulatory compliance
- Help create a safe, comfortable, and dignified environment for residents
Qualifications
Required
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program
- Strong communication and clinical assessment skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
Preferred
- Experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, or senior living
- New graduate nurses are encouraged to apply
Employee Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employer Match Opportunities
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program Resources
Next Steps
Apply today. We review applications on a rolling basis within 48 hours.
To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.
Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
From American Baptist Homes of the Midwest's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About American Baptist Homes of the Midwest
American Baptist Homes of the Midwest operates 6 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information, opens in a new tab) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Colorado, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska and Wisconsin. Its job board posts jobs for caregivers, nurses and nursing assistants. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information
Hires in Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin, MinnesotaPay on its listings: 63.6% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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