Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Evenings

Care Initiatives; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Care Initiatives is hiring a Charge Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Dubuque Specialty Care, a 84-bed skilled nursing community in Dubuque, IA. The role is full-time evenings with a competitive hourly rate plus shift differential, offering opportunities to impact residents’ care through leadership and hands-on nursing within a supportive team.

The LPN will perform assessments, administer medications, supervise CNAs, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while

Qualifications

• Valid LPN license in Iowa in good standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• State-approved LPN Supervisory Course or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
• Strong compassion, empathy, respect, and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ clinical status, vital signs, and care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Deliver and oversee direct nursing care including wound treatments, IV therapy, catheter care, and other skilled interventions.
• Administer medications and treatments with proper documentation and monitoring.
• Lead unit clinical activities, coordinating resident care and communicating with physicians, leadership, residents, and families.
• Supervise, mentor, and support CNAs and other staff to promote high-quality care.
• Ensure adherence to regulations, infection control, and Care Initiatives policies.
• Provide education and emotional support to residents and families.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Wound care

IV therapy

Medication administration

Communication

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

CPR Certification

State-approved LPN Supervisory Course

Job description

Dubuque Specialty Care, a 84-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Dubuque, IA, is now hiring!

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Schedule/Shifts Available:

Full-time evenings

Competitive Hourly Rate + Shift Differential

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.

As a Charge Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on our team, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and demonstrate your compassion, positively influencing the lives of our residents. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our residents and their loved ones.

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, 401(k), 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.

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