Licensed Practical Nurse

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in acute and specialty settings in Ottumwa, IA. The role involves administering medications, monitoring patient conditions, documenting care, and collaborating with RNs and physicians to support care plans.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care

Qualifications

• Current LPN licensure in the relevant state.
• Strong clinical assessment and medication administration skills.
• Excellent communication and patient advocacy abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary care environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and perform prescribed treatments.
• Monitor patient condition, report changes, and support timely interventions.
• Document all care accurately and according to clinical standards.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to support patient care plans.
• Assist with patient education and discharge preparation.
• Uphold a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Skills

LPN licensure

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in acute and specialty settings.

• Administer medications and perform prescribed treatments.
• Monitor patient condition, report changes, and support timely interventions.
• Document all care accurately and according to clinical standards.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to support patient care plans.
• Assist with patient education and discharge preparation.
• Uphold a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Key Qualifications & Skills

• Current LPN licensure.
• Strong clinical assessment, medication administration, and treatment skills.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and patient advocacy.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary care environment.