Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) PRN

Sweeping Corporation of America; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 33.000 - 47.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Zusammenfassung

Care Initiatives is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Charge Nurse team in Iowa on a PRN schedule. The role focuses on comprehensive resident care, leading the unit, and coordinating with physicians and families to ensure quality outcomes.

Applicants must hold a valid Iowa LPN license and CPR, with supervisory training or the ability to obtain within 90 days. A competitive hourly wage plus shift differential is offered, along with benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• Valid LPN license in good standing (Iowa eligibility).
• Current CPR Certification.
• State-approved LPN Supervisory Course completed or within first 90 days.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations.
• Strong commitment to empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Aufgaben

• Conduct ongoing assessments of residents’ clinical status and contribute to individualized care planning.
• Deliver and oversee direct nursing care including wound care, IV therapy, catheter care, and other skilled interventions.
• Administer medications and treatments safely with accurate documentation.
• Serve as a clinical leader coordinating resident care and communicating with physicians, leadership, residents and families.
• Supervise and mentor CNAs and other staff to promote accountability and high-quality care.
• Ensure adherence to state and federal regulations and infection prevention practices.
• Provide education and emotional support to residents and families about care plans and health goals.

Kenntnisse

LPN license

CPR Certification

Supervisory course

Regulatory knowledge

Empathy & patient-centered care

Ausbildung

LPN program graduate

Jobbeschreibung

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Schedule/Shifts Available: PRN

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!