Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Days Weekend Package

Care Initiatives; Kingsley (IA); On-site; USD 3,031,000 - 4,684,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Kingsley Specialty Care, a 43-bed long-term care community in Kingsley, IA, is hiring an LPN Charge Nurse. You will provide comprehensive nursing care, supervise CNAs, and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality resident care.

The role requires an Iowa LPN license, CPR, and a supervisory course within 90 days. We offer a competitive hourly rate with shift differential and full-time weekend scheduling.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid LPN license in good standing in Iowa.
• CPR certification required.
• Completion of State-approved LPN Supervisory Course within first 90 days of employment.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ clinical status and update care plans with the team.
• Provide and oversee direct nursing care including wound care and IV therapy as allowed.
• Administer medications and document accurately.
• Serve as unit clinical leader coordinating care with physicians, families, and staff.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Leadership

Education

LPN license in Iowa

CPR Certification

LPN Supervisory Course (within 90 days)

Job description

Kingsley Specialty Care, a 43-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Kingsley, IA, is now hiring! Are you a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals during their healthcare journey? If so, join Care Initiatives as a Charge Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), where you will provide comprehensive care that truly matters. With over forty (40) skilled nursing communities across Iowa, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support at every stage of the healthcare journey.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Schedule/Shifts Available:

Full-Time Weekend Package

Competitive Hourly Rate + Shift Differential

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing assessments of residents’ clinical status, including vital signs and condition changes, and contribute to individualized care planning in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Deliver and oversee direct nursing care, including wound treatments, IV therapy (as permitted by scope), catheter care, and other skilled interventions in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.
• Administer medications and prescribed treatments safely and accurately, monitoring for therapeutic response and adverse effects, and ensuring timely, compliant documentation.
• Serve as a clinical leader on the unit by coordinating resident care, communicating effectively with physicians, nurse leadership, residents, and families regarding care needs and changes in condition.
• Supervise, mentor, and support Certified Nursing Assistants and other assigned staff, promoting accountability, teamwork, and high-quality resident care.
• Ensure adherence to state and federal regulations, infection prevention practices, and Care Initiatives policies to maintain a safe, compliant, and resident-centered environment.
• Provide education, guidance, and emotional support to residents and families, fostering trust, dignity, and understanding of care plans and health goals.

What it takes to become an LPN with Care Initiatives

• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing. License must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.
• Current, valid CPR Certification.
• Documented completion of State-approved LPN Supervisory Course or ability to obtain within first 90-days of employment.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
• A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO, and more.
• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an Aff… Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.