Licensed Practical Nurse

Garden View Care Center, Inc; Shenandoah (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

EAP

Certification reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Campbell Street in Shenandoah, Iowa is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses. New graduates are welcome and on-the-job training is provided to help you grow your nursing skills within a supportive team.

You will deliver resident-centered care, administer medications, and collaborate with RNs and aides to ensure quality outcomes while advancing your clinical competencies in a friendly long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of a practical nursing program approved by the applicable state Board of Nursing.
• Current Iowa LPN license and active CPR certification.
• Willingness to learn, follow policies, and provide resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents per individualized care plans and physician orders.
• Monitor health status, report changes to RN, and document accurately.
• Administer medications and treatments per policy and orders.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation and safeguarding resident rights.
• Collaborate with RNs, nursing assistants, and interdisciplinary team.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and follow facility procedures.
• Support quality improvement and ensure a safe, respectful environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Resident-centered care

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Dependability

Adaptability

Professional attitude

English language

Education

Practical nursing program

Iowa LPN license

CPR certification

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)New Graduate LPNs Welcome! | On-the-Job Training Provided!Are you a compassionate nurse looking for an opportunity to grow your skills, build confidence, and make a difference in the lives of others? Join our team in Shenandoah, Iowa, and bring your passion for resident care to a community focused on continued growth and quality care.Whether you're a new graduate ready to begin your nursing career or an experienced LPN looking for a fresh opportunity, we welcome you! We understand the importance of feeling supported as you step into a new role, and we are committed to providing hands-on training, guidance, and resources to help you succeed.This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents, collaborate with fellow caregivers, and contribute to a positive future for the community. If you're dependable, eager to learn, and passionate about helping others, we'd love to meet you!Why Join Our Team?A Fresh Opportunity: Bring your ideas, skills, and passion for nursing to a team focused on providing quality resident care.Training and Support: Receive hands-on guidance as you learn our processes, strengthen your clinical skills, and build confidence.New Nurses Encouraged to Apply: Previous long-term care experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate.Meaningful Resident Relationships: Get to know residents and their families while providing compassionate, individualized care.Team Collaboration: Work alongside nursing assistants, nurses, and other care team members to support residents' needs.Professional Growth: Continue developing your nursing skills with support from Campbell Street's clinical and operational resources.About Campbell StreetJoin Campbell Street, a Great Place to Work Certified organization that believes in investing in its employees and the people we serve. We strive to create a supportive environment where team members at every stage of their careers can learn, grow, and thrive.We offer benefits and professional development opportunities designed to support our employees, including same-day pay, a matching 401(k), certification reimbursement, flexible scheduling opportunities, and support for eligible continuing education and license renewal expenses.Our mission is Developing Exceptional People Who Drive Extraordinary Care. Guided by our SMART Values—Servant Leadership, Mirror First, Always Do the Right Thing, Resilience, and Transparency—we work to create a lasting, positive impact on our residents, employees, and communities.Position OverviewThe Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to residents in accordance with individualized plans of care, physician orders, applicable nursing standards, and facility policies. Under the direction and supervision of an RN as applicable, the LPN monitors resident health, administers medications and treatments, documents care, and communicates changes in condition to the appropriate members of the healthcare team.The LPN also collaborates with nursing assistants and other caregivers to support safe, timely, resident-centered care. This position is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who values teamwork, takes pride in helping others, and wants to continue growing professionally.New graduates are encouraged to apply. Prior experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or assisted living is preferred but not required for the right candidate.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesResident Care and Plans of CareCollect resident health information through observation, interviews, and medical record review.Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized resident care plans within the LPN scope of practice.Monitor residents' conditions, recognize changes in health status, and promptly report concerns or responses to interventions to the appropriate RN or provider.Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and applicable regulations.Provide nursing treatments and procedures appropriate to the LPN's training, competency, and scope of practice.Promote residents' dignity, privacy, independence, comfort, and overall well-being.Communicate with residents, families, and care team members regarding resident needs and changes in condition.Quality Care, Safety, and ComplianceMaintain accurate, timely, and confidential resident documentation in accordance with HIPAA and applicable state and federal regulations.Follow medication administration procedures, infection prevention practices, and facility safety policies.Protect residents' rights and promptly report suspected abuse, neglect, medication errors, incidents, or other safety concerns.Follow physician orders and facility procedures for medication management, controlled substances, and documentation.Support quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.Help maintain a clean, safe, and respectful environment for residents, visitors, and coworkers.Recognize the limits of personal knowledge and experience and seek guidance when a situation requires additional clinical support.Teamwork and LeadershipCollaborate with RNs, nursing assistants, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate resident care.Communicate resident needs, care priorities, and significant changes in condition clearly and promptly.Provide appropriate direction and support to unlicensed nursing staff within the LPN's role and authority.Help prioritize resident care needs and follow up on delegated tasks as appropriate.Contribute to a respectful, supportive team environment and participate in ongoing training and quality improvement efforts.Emergency ResponseRespond promptly to resident needs, changes in condition, and emergencies.Follow established emergency procedures and promptly notify the appropriate clinical personnel.Document incidents, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner.Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on community needs, facility policy, and applicable regulations.BenefitsAt Campbell Street, we believe in taking care of our employees just as they care for others. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceShort-term and long-term disability coverageCompany-paid life insurance, with additional voluntary life insurance optionsAccident and critical illness insuranceMatching 401(k) retirement planSame-day payPaid time off (PTO)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Certification reimbursement and eligible continuing education and license renewal supportFlexible scheduling opportunities and professional development resourcesBenefit eligibility and availability may vary based on employment status.Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Career!You don't have to know everything on day one. If you're a compassionate, dependable LPN who is ready to learn, support residents, and grow professionally, we encourage you to apply.Join our team in Shenandoah, Iowa, and help us continue working toward our mission: Developing Exceptional People Who Drive Extraordinary Care.New graduates welcome. On-the-job training provided. Apply today!Campbell Street is an equal opportunity employer.Important Notice: Campbell Street will never ask candidates to pay for job placement or training, or to provide banking or financial information during the hiring process. If you receive a suspicious offer or interview request, please contact [e-mail] to verify its legitimacy.QualificationsEducation and LicensureCompletion of a practical nursing program approved by the applicable state Board of Nursing.Current, active Iowa Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.Current CPR certification, or ability to obtain and maintain certification as required by facility policy.Previous experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or assisted living is preferred but not required.Skills and AbilitiesCompassionate, resident-centered approach to nursing care.Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and coworkers from diverse backgrounds.Willingness to learn, accept constructive feedback, and continue developing clinical skills.Dependability, adaptability, and a positive, professional attitude.Ability to recognize when to seek guidance or escalate a concern.Commitment to resident safety, dignity, confidentiality, and quality care.Ability to communicate effectively in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding information necessary for the role.