Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics (ACMH) invites community members ages 18 and older to attend Talk Saves Lives, a free suicide prevention education program on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at the Audubon Rec Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the presentation runs from 6 to 7 p.m.
Author: Susan Greving
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Ward Clerk
| Position: | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Ward Clerk |
| Department: | Med-Surg/ED |
| Hours: | PRN |
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| Provides quality nursing care to patients; implements specific procedures and programs; coordinates work within the department, as well as with other departments; reports pertinent information to supervising RN; responds to inquiries or requests for information; and assists the immediate supervisor with tasks to support department operations. Performs a wide variety of duties relative to patient admitting, clerical support, supplies/inventory, etc. Acts as a patient, patient family member/friend and visitor greeter. As such, cooperates, communicates and coordinates activities at all levels within the organization. Will also be expected to function as the Ward Clerk as necessary.
Experience/Education Requirements: High School graduate or equivalent. Completion of CNA courses with current CNA certification in the state of Iowa. Current BLS certification. Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Basic computer knowledge. Experience as a CNA desired. |
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We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including:
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Audubon County Memorial Hospital & Clinics is a 17 bed, Critical Access Hospital serving Audubon County and the surrounding areas, with the mission of “Excellence With Quality and Compassion to Those We Serve.” Our services include emergency services, acute care, skilled nursing services, laboratory, radiology, heart and vascular services, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and surgical services. In addition, we offer several specialty services including cardiology, dermatology, ENT, general surgery, gynecology, hand specialist, nephrology, obesity medicine (weight management), obstetrics, oncology/hematology, orthopedics, pain management, podiatry, pulmonology, rheumatology, and urology. We also operate two rural health clinics, the Audubon Family Health Clinic and the Exira Medical Clinic. Our clinics offer complete care from newborns to senior adults by providing well-child check-ups, age-appropriate preventive care, sports and school physicals, immunizations, and treatment of occasional and ongoing illness. Audubon County Memorial Hospital & Clinics has been named one of the 2026 Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. ACMH is proud of having received this honor eight times in the past decade. In 2017, Audubon County Memorial Hospital & Clinics was also named a “Top 20 Critical Access Hospital” in the nation by the National Rural Healthcare Association (NRHA). |
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Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics complies with all applicable Federal Civil Rights Laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (consistent with the scope of sex discrimination described at 45 CFR § 92.101(a)(2)). ACMH does not exclude people or treat them less favorably because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. No question included on this application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. Further, ACMH takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov. |
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| Posted on 11/4/26 | |
Learning About Wound Care at the What’s Happening Series
Once again, Kate Hargens, owner of The Bakery on Broadway, welcomed community members for another presentation in the What’s Happening Series. This week, Dr. Jeffrey Maire, General Surgeon at Audubon County Memorial Hospital (ACMH), shared information about wound care and the services available through the ACMH Wound Care Center.
Physical Therapy Is About More Than Recovery: Helping You Get Back to What Matters Most
October Is Physical Therapy Awareness Month
Physical therapy isn’t just about exercises. It’s about helping people get back to the people, places and activities that matter most. This October, the Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics (ACMH) Rehabilitation Services team encourages community members to learn how physical therapy can help improve mobility, build strength and support independence at every stage of life.
Medicare Plan Cancellations as 2027 Open Enrollment Begins
The Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP) for 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D Prescription Plans opens today, October 15, 2026, and runs through December 7, 2026. Ahead of this year’s enrollment window, more than 87,000 Iowa Medicare beneficiaries statewide received notice that their current Medicare plan is being canceled or discontinued in their county – including an estimated 297 beneficiaries in Audubon County.
ACMH Improves Access to Care with Same-Day Appointments
Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics (ACMH) improves access to care with same-day clinic appointments at Audubon Family Health Clinic and Exira Medical Clinic, providing another option for individuals and families seeking care for common illnesses and minor health concerns.
Registered Nurse (RN)- Med-Surg/ED- Full-Time, Night-Shift
| Position: | Registered Nurse (RN) |
| Department: | Med-Surg/ED |
| Hours: | Full-Time: Night Shift – 3 (12-hour shifts per week – rotating weekends) |
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| Provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical and emergency care setting. Communicates with physicians and co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Coordinates patient care activities, based on established priorities, including teaching, rounding, counseling, and discharge planning. Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, family members, and members of the health care team about the patient’s plan of care.
Experience/Education Requirements: Graduation from an accredited program of nursing with current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa is mandatory. Prior nursing experience in a hospital inpatient and/or emergency department setting, highly preferred. Must be familiar with electronic health records and have basic computer skills. Must maintain all certifications as required by job function or by law. Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills. Strong written and oral communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Strong customer service orientation. |
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We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including:
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Audubon County Memorial Hospital & Clinics is a 17 bed, Critical Access Hospital serving Audubon County and the surrounding areas, with the mission of “Excellence With Quality and Compassion to Those We Serve.” Our services include emergency services, acute care, skilled nursing services, laboratory, radiology, heart and vascular services, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and surgical services. In addition, we offer several specialty services including cardiology, dermatology, ENT, general surgery, gynecology, hand specialist, nephrology, obesity medicine (weight management), obstetrics, oncology/hematology, orthopedics, pain management, podiatry, pulmonology, rheumatology, and urology. We also operate two rural health clinics, the Audubon Family Health Clinic and the Exira Medical Clinic. Our clinics offer complete care from newborns to senior adults by providing well-child check-ups, age-appropriate preventive care, sports and school physicals, immunizations, and treatment of occasional and ongoing illness. Audubon County Memorial Hospital & Clinics has been named one of the 2026 Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. ACMH is proud of having received this honor eight times in the past decade. In 2017, Audubon County Memorial Hospital & Clinics was also named a “Top 20 Critical Access Hospital” in the nation by the National Rural Healthcare Association (NRHA). |
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Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics complies with all applicable Federal Civil Rights Laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (consistent with the scope of sex discrimination described at 45 CFR § 92.101(a)(2)). ACMH does not exclude people or treat them less favorably because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. No question included on this application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. Further, ACMH takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov. |
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| Posted on 10/159/26 | |
Teen Driver Safety Week. Let’s Talk.
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is teaming up with Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics to support National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 18–24, 2026. It is important to discuss safe driving habits with teens every day, but Teen Driver Safety Week serves as an opportunity for parents and guardians to have a conversation with teens about safe driving habits. Teen drivers need to know the Rules of the Road (https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/teen-driving) before parents hand over the keys. Ultimately, it’s parents who are in control.
Registered Nurse (RN) or Critical Care Paramedic (CCP) – Med-Surg/ED- Full-Time
| Position: | Registered Nurse (RN) or Critical Care Paramedic (CCP) |
| Department: | Med-Surg/ED |
| Hours: | Full-Time – (11:00 am – 11:00 pm) – 3 (12-hour shifts per week – rotating weekends) |
| General Description: | |
| Provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical and emergency care setting. Communicates with physicians and co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Coordinates patient care activities, based on established priorities, including teaching, rounding, counseling, and discharge planning. Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, family members, and members of the health care team about the patient’s plan of care.
Experience/Education Requirements: Graduation from an accredited program of nursing with current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa is mandatory. Prior nursing experience in a hospital inpatient and/or emergency department setting, highly preferred. OR Must have successfully completed an accredited paramedic training course and maintain certification as a Critical Care Paramedic (CCP). Must possess current Paramedic licensure with Critical Care certification in the State of Iowa. Must hold current certifications in BCLS, ACLS, and PALS according to standards of the American Heart Association. AND Must be familiar with electronic health records and have basic computer skills. Must maintain all certifications as required by job function or by law. Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills. Strong written and oral communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Strong customer service orientation.
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We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including:
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| About Us: | |
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Audubon County Memorial Hospital & Clinics is a 17 bed, Critical Access Hospital serving Audubon County and the surrounding areas, with the mission of “Excellence With Quality and Compassion to Those We Serve.” Our services include emergency services, acute care, skilled nursing services, laboratory, radiology, heart and vascular services, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and surgical services. In addition, we offer several specialty services including cardiology, dermatology, ENT, general surgery, gynecology, hand specialist, nephrology, obesity medicine (weight management), obstetrics, oncology/hematology, orthopedics, pain management, podiatry, pulmonology, rheumatology, and urology. We also operate two rural health clinics, the Audubon Family Health Clinic and the Exira Medical Clinic. Our clinics offer complete care from newborns to senior adults by providing well-child check-ups, age-appropriate preventive care, sports and school physicals, immunizations, and treatment of occasional and ongoing illness. Audubon County Memorial Hospital & Clinics has been named one of the 2026 Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. ACMH is proud of having received this honor eight times in the past decade. In 2017, Audubon County Memorial Hospital & Clinics was also named a “Top 20 Critical Access Hospital” in the nation by the National Rural Healthcare Association (NRHA). |
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Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics complies with all applicable Federal Civil Rights Laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (consistent with the scope of sex discrimination described at 45 CFR § 92.101(a)(2)). ACMH does not exclude people or treat them less favorably because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. No question included on this application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. Further, ACMH takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov. |
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| Posted on 11/4/26 | |
ACMH Makes Flu Vaccinations Convenient with Walk-In Availability
With flu season fast approaching, ACMH Rural Healthcare Clinics now offers walk-in flu shots Monday – Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM in both the Audubon and Exira Clinics.
