Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Nights

Sweeping Corporation of America; Iowa; Presencial; USD 36.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Descripción de la vacante

Care Initiatives is hiring a Charge Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide comprehensive, resident-centered care across its Iowa facilities. The role emphasizes leadership on the unit, direct nursing tasks, medication administration, and collaboration with physicians and families.

You will supervise CNAs, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor staff, and contribute to individualized care plans. Competitive compensation, robust benefits, and tuition reimbursement support career growth.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• Assess residents' clinical status and adjust care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Deliver and oversee nursing care, wound care, IV therapy, catheter care as allowed.
• Administer medications safely and document accurately.
• Coordinate resident care as unit clinical leader and communicate with families.
• Supervise and mentor CNAs and other staff to ensure quality care.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and infection prevention practices.
• Educate residents and families about care plans and goals.

Conocimientos

Clinical leadership

Direct nursing care

Medication administration

Mentoring CNAs

Regulatory compliance

Team communication

Educación

LPN license (Iowa)

CPR Certification

LPN Supervisory Course

Descripción del empleo

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Schedule/Shifts Available: Full-Time & Part-Time Nights

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, 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!