Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN ) - MAT

UCS Healthcare; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Competitive salary

Supportive work culture

Job summary

A healthcare nonprofit is seeking a part-time RN or LPN for Saturday shifts in Ankeny, Iowa. The role involves administering medications, performing assessments, and maintaining communication with the medical team. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to patient-centered care. Candidates should possess an unrestricted LPN license in Iowa and CPR certification. Join us to make a tangible impact in our community.

Qualifications

• Must possess an unrestricted license in Iowa as an LPN.
• CPR certification is mandatory.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.
• Ability to work independently and exercise discretion.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to patients and perform nursing assessments.
• Communicate patient status through documentation.
• Assist the physician with clinic rooming patients.
• Perform TB tests and other testing as ordered by physician.
• Carry out physician orders including phone orders.
• Assist the physician with clinic rooming and ensure compliance.
• Record and report patient symptoms to the team and medical director when needed.
• Document patient status clearly and accurately.
• Make appropriate health referrals.
• Count medications and monitor for diversion or misuse.

Skills

Unrestricted license in the state of Iowa as an LPN

CPR certificate

Venipuncture skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Confidential information handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

We have a part-time Saturday position available for an RN or LPN (RNs please apply through our RN opening) in our Knoxville or Ankeny, IA clinics supporting our medication assisted treatment (MAT) program.

We also offer a Saturday shift differential for Saturday shifts.

"UCS Healthcare values me as an employee."

"I’m given the latitude to do my job."

"UCS Healthcare is making a difference in our community."

"My supervisor is caring and understanding and is rooting for my success!"

These are just a few quotes from a recent employee survey.

As an integrated healthcare non‑profit, we put people first. We pay for a vast majority of your health insurance premium as part of our robust benefits package. We provide real opportunities for advancement and growth while doing work that makes a difference in our communities. We are inclusive and firmly believe that bringing your authentic self to work improves teams and helps our clients thrive.

If you're seeking a workplace that aligns with your values, where your contributions are appreciated, and where you can make a tangible impact, consider joining our team. Rather than waiting for others to catch up with UCS Healthcare, apply with us. Our team members tell us that they are grateful they did.

UCS Healthcare has earned the Best Place for Working Parents® Designation several years running (2021-2025) in recognition of our commitment to supporting working parents through family‑friendly policies and practices.

Report To:

Nursing Supervisor

Job Summary:

To provide comprehensive medical care within scope of practice to clinic patients by cooperating with other medical professionals in a team environment, while maintaining professional medical standards. Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competence. Responsibilities or coverage can include any of our practice areas. As part of UCS Healthcare, team members will follow all laws and regulations, including those at the Federal, State, and Local level. They will also adhere to all UCS policies and procedures, including patient confidentiality, HIPAA/ 42CFR part 2, and all CARF requirements. All team members will operate in alignment with UCS Healthcare’s core values, work effectively in a team environment, provide or support patient‑centered services, and strive to assist UCS Healthcare in delivering the highest level of care.

Essential Functions:

• Administer medications to patients in treatment.
• Perform nursing assessments and H&P's on all new admissions or readmissions when necessary.
• Review patient's prescriptions and OTC medications to ensure they are properly prescribed and to assess whether client is aware of adverse reactions.
• Perform, interpret, record, and report on‑site TB tests and other testing as ordered by physician.
• Perform venipuncture and injections as ordered by physician.
• Carry out all physician orders including telephone orders.
• Assist the physician with clinic rooming patients and ensuring compliance.
• Record and report all observed symptoms and changes in the patient's condition to the interdisciplinary team members and medical director if necessary.
• Communicate patient status through legible and precise documentation.
• Make appropriate health referrals whenever necessary.
• Count client medications and initiate call backs to monitor for diversion or abuse/misuse.
• Answer all phone calls relating to nursing/medical questions and make appropriate referrals.
• Make appropriate request to provider when medication dosage change is indicated and carry out those orders in an accurate and timely manner.
• Obtain urine specimens according to agency policy and federal regulation and make appropriate report of results.
• Review eight point criteria for take home medications.
• Perform daily nursing assessments on patients involved in the detoxification program.
• Assist clients with guest dosing.
• Provide first aid to patients and staff as needed and make appropriate referrals as needed.
• Provide technical assistance to the staff in understanding a patient’s medical problems.
• Assist in monitoring patient activities while on center property.
• Maintain licensure as required.
• Keep the Medical Director informed of changes that occur in clinical and medical matters.

Minimum Required Knowledge, Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

• Unrestricted license in the state of Iowa as an LPN.
• CPR certificate.
• Venipuncture skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise discretion and own judgment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and handle sensitive information confidentially.

Preferred Knowledge, Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous experience in treating substance use disorders.

Supervisory Responsibility: NA

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Ability to use a computer and other office equipment.
• A valid driver's license is required and liability insurance or an equivalent means of reliable personal transportation and coverage as travel within the state of Iowa may be necessary.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Part‑time, Saturdays 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM