Registered nurse

Eastern Iowa Health Center·Cedar Rapids, Iowa

$27 - $44/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 9 days ago

Practice for this role

Registered nurse · $27 - $44/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-15% vs. median posted rate for nursing roles in Cedar Rapids, Iowa ($32.00/hr, n=40)

198 similar openings in the Cedar Rapids area · median $32.00/hr

$7.50/hr · lowesthighest · $150/hr

this role: $27.04/hrmedian $32.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 40 posted nursing roles in Cedar Rapids, Iowa rates. This role sits in the 41st percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 15% below the Cedar Rapids, Iowa median for nursing roles.

The Registered Nurse will oversee clinical care for personnel and provide direct patient care, including education, medication administration, and assisting providers with procedures. They are responsible for maintaining organized exam rooms, performing clinical tests, and documenting patient information in the EMR.

REGISTERED NURSE - OPENINGS AVAILABLE IN FAMILY MEDICNE, PEDIATRICS, OR TRIAGE Cedar Rapids, IA $27.04-$43.68 *Applications received in September may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of $7,500, speak with Human Resources for further details.
Be a part of an organization that is dedicated to health equity for all.

As a Federally Qualified Health Center, our mission at Eastern Iowa Health Center (EIHC) is to provide exceptional and accessible health care services throughout our community. We are a collaborative team dedicated to the wellness and the excellence of care regardless of the patient’s ability to pay. EIHC believes in non-judgmental and equal care for all members of our diverse community.

Our staff values compassion as a guiding force. EIHC promotes health equity for all and believes health care is a right, not a privilege. You will thrive in a collaborative environment where you take ethical action and ownership to solve problems and lead positive outcomes. Do you want to be part of a larger purpose of an evolving, high-performance culture that empowers you to make a difference?

EIHC is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse dedicated to serving the needs of our community.

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Compensation

$27.04 to $43.68 hourly depending on experience

Essential duties and responsibilities

Oversee clinical care of other personnel including the Licensed Practical Nurse, Certified Medical Assistant and Clinical assistant.

Provides individualized education to patients and families appropriate for age, diagnosis, and level of understanding.

Provide general nursing care and leadership, working collaboratively with providers and multidisciplinary team members.

Assists providers with patient office visits, including putting patients in rooms, interviewing patients, recording vital signs and entering information in patient’s electronic medical record.

Responsible for maintaining exam rooms organized, clean, and stocked with required supplies and equipment for each visit.

Performs select clinical tests including, but not limited to; blood glucose, rapid HIV testing, influenza, and strep cultures. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Correctly labels all specimens.

Observes, assesses, records, and reports changes in patients’ condition.

Administers medications and vaccines according to orders from a provider following the six (6) rights of medication administration.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an associate's degree or certificate from a qualified RN program and possess a current Iowa nursing license. A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required, and previous medical clinic experience is preferred.

associate degree
professional certificate
Documentation
Collaboration
Triage
Patient education
Electronic medical records
Infection control
Vital signs monitoring
Medication administration
Aseptic technique
Specimen collection
Clinical care
Vaccine administration
Nursing leadership
Patient screening
Clinical testing
Intravenous access

Benefits

401(k)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Parental leave
Flexible spending accounts
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Basic life insurance
Health savings account
Gym membership discount
Volunteer life insurance
Employee clothing allowance
National health service corps loan repayment
Cultural floating holidays
FTCA malpractice insurance

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $27 - $44/hr
Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Posted: Sep 1, 2026
Application: Employer website

Iowa RN roles favor licensed, EMR-ready candidates

In Iowa, registered nurse openings are typically strongest in settings that need current licensure, BCLS, and Mandatory Reporter certification, with EMR experience and multi-physician family practice background often preferred. These roles can be competitive because employers look for nurses who can step into patient care workflows quickly and work smoothly across busy clinical teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, then confirm your certifications and tailor your application to highlight EMR and family practice experience.