Compassionate LPN — Day/Evening Shifts, 0.9 FTE

Cmhsumner; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and parental leave

Dental and health insurance

401K matching and employee recognition

Daily Pay early wage access

Tuition reimbursement and adoption aid

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support high-quality patient care under RN supervision. You will monitor patients, assist with the nursing plan of care, and perform tasks within your scope to ensure safe, compassionate care.

This role emphasizes teamwork, clinical excellence, and meaningful patient interaction in a supportive healthcare environment, with a 0.9 FTE schedule (days and evenings, every 4th weekend) and a strong total rewards program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited LPN program required.
• Current LPN license in IA; eligibility for multi-state (Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin) required.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association required.
• NIH Stroke Scale - English preferred.
• Advanced De-escalation Training preferred (MOAB or CPI).
• UDSMR usage and related Rehab unit knowledge helpful.
• IA/IL/IN/other state child or adult abuse training where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on patient care within the LPN scope of practice, including medications and treatments.
• Assist with admission assessments by collecting data and supporting care plans.
• Communicate changes in patient condition promptly to the care team.
• Maintain accurate real-time documentation and support safe care transitions.
• Collaborate with RNs and providers to update care plans and ensure continuity of care across hospitalization.

Education

LPN program graduate

Job description

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support high-quality patient care under RN supervision. You will monitor patients, assist with the nursing plan of care, and perform tasks within your scope to ensure safe, compassionate care.

This role emphasizes teamwork, clinical excellence, and meaningful patient interaction in a supportive healthcare environment, with a 0.9 FTE schedule (days and evenings, every 4th weekend) and a strong total rewards program.