Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Hawkeye Care Centers; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Shift premium

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Dubuque, Iowa seeks a licensed practice nurse (LPN) to provide individualized patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. Responsibilities include administering medications, coordinating care with healthcare teams, and using effective communication methods. Applicants must be graduates of accredited nursing programs and possess Iowa LPN licensure. The position offers competitive wages and full-time or part-time shifts.

Qualifications

• State of Iowa LPN licensure by the Iowa Board of Nursing (required).
• CPR Certification (required).
• LPN Supervisory Course (within 6 months of hire).
• State licensure: LPN in Iowa.
• LPN Supervisory Course to be completed within 6 months of hire.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Implement safe preventative therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care.
• Administer medications accurately and observe patient responses.
• Collaborate with healthcare teammates for coordinated patient care.
• Utilize appropriate teaching methods for residents and their families.
• Document care and ensure timely handoffs between shifts.
• Collaborate with health care team to ensure continuity of care.
• Utilize patient data and teaching methods to support residents and families.

Skills

Compassion for the elderly population

Communication skills

Medication administration

Collaborative care

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

Current AHA Healthcare Provider training (BCLS)

Job description

We offer competitive wages and shift premium.

Nights Full-time 12-hour shifts

Evenings Part-time 8-hour shifts

Evenings Part-time 6p - 10p

Job Summary:

The licensed practice nurse (LPN) is responsible for rendering nursing care in assigned area in terms of individualized client needs, according to dependent and independent nursing functions and conformance with recognized nursing techniques, procedures, and established standards based on the scope of practical nursing, under the direction/delegation of the registered nurse.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Utilizes nursing knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventative therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care of assigned patient/family as evidenced by documentation and observation of positive patient care outcomes.
• Performs delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines and standards as observed by the registered nurse.
• Administers medications accurately, observing patient response, as evidenced by documentation in the medical record and lack of negative outcomes
• Maintains and coordinates communication among resident family members, staff and physician as evidenced within medical record, client and health care team feedback.
• Assists in assuring that effective communication exists with resident family members as reflected in the plan of care. Provides punctual change of shift report consisting of pertinent and relevant information for assigned patients.
• Works collaboratively with other members of the health care team in coordination of the patient’s care as evidenced by other department feedback.
• Utilizes available written and technology systems specific to patient condition or disease.
• Utilizes appropriate teaching methods such as one-on-one and group instruction, demonstration or discussion.
• Assists residents, family members or other clients with concern and empathy; respect their confidentiality and privacy and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Answers and refers telephone calls or other inquires to ensure accurate and timely communications are facilitated.
• Meets requirement of regular attendance to perform job duties.
• Has fun in creating a positive atmosphere for residents in conjunction with our Core Values.
• Follows instructions and completes daily assignments as assigned and is proactive to change.
• Possesses understanding and compassion for the elderly population.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience
  • Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
  • Completion of relevant state Board of Nursing approved.
  • Current AHA Healthcare Provider training (BCLS).
• License/Certifications
  • State of Iowa LPN licensure by the Iowa Board of Nursing (required).
  • LPN Supervisory Course (within 6 months of hire)
  • CPR Certification (required).