Charge Nurse LPN – Compassionate Care, Weekend/FT

Care Initiatives; Mechanicsville (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is seeking an experienced Charge Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide high-quality resident care in our Iowa communities. The role combines direct nursing duties with unit leadership to ensure safe, compassionate care for residents.

You will perform assessments, administer medications, supervise CNAs, and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to update care plans while adhering to state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• LPN license valid in Iowa.
• Current CPR certification.
• State-approved LPN Supervisory Course completed or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
• Strong empathy, respect, patience, and discretion in care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing assessments of residents' clinical status and contribute to individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Deliver and oversee direct nursing care including wound treatments, IV therapy (as permitted), catheter care, and other skilled interventions per physician orders and facility protocols.
• Administer medications and treatments, monitor responses, and ensure compliant documentation.
• Serve as a clinical leader on the unit, coordinating resident care and communicating with physicians, nurse leadership, residents, and families.
• Supervise, mentor, and support CNAs and other staff to promote accountability and high-quality resident care.
• Ensure adherence to state and federal regulations, infection prevention practices, and Care Initiatives policies for a safe environment.
• Provide education and emotional support to residents and families about care plans and health goals.

Skills

Compassionate care

Clinical leadership

Medication administration

Wound care

Team coordination

Education

LPN license in good standing (Iowa)

CPR Certification

State-approved LPN Supervisory Course

Job description

Care Initiatives is seeking an experienced Charge Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide high-quality resident care in our Iowa communities. The role combines direct nursing duties with unit leadership to ensure safe, compassionate care for residents.

You will perform assessments, administer medications, supervise CNAs, and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to update care plans while adhering to state and federal regulations.