LPN-Behavioral Health

UnityPoint Health; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Dubuque, IA is seeking a part-time or PRN Licensed Practical Nurse for our Geropsych & Behavioral Health department. You will provide compassionate nursing care to adults under an RN-led interdisciplinary team, monitor conditions, administer medications, and document care to support recovery.

The role involves collaboration with physicians, therapists, and nurses in a hospital setting. Current Iowa LPN license and BLS are required, with a strong emphasis on empathy and

Qualifications

• Compassionate nursing abilities for adult behavioral health patients.
• Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams and document care.
• Strong communication and situational assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to adult behavioral health patients under the direction of an RN and interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor patient conditions, administer medications, and document care accurately.
• Build trusting relationships while promoting dignity, safety, and emotional well-being.
• Assist with therapeutic interventions and support individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver outstanding patient care.
• Help create a safe, supportive environment that encourages healing and recovery.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

LPN program graduate

Job description

Overview

• Days, 7:00 am - 7:00 pm, for 48 hours per pay period
• Evenings, 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm, for 32 hours per pay period
• Nights, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am, for 24 hours per pay period
• PRN, as needed

• Area of Interest: LPN
• FTE/Hours per pay period: .60
• Department: Other Behavioral - Geropsyc
• Shift: Days, Evenings or Nights
• Job ID: 185339

We are looking for part-time or PRN staff to work in our department! These are the current hours we have available:

Make a Difference Every Day – LPN | Geropsych & Behavioral Health

Looking for a nursing career where compassion matters just as much as clinical skill? Join our Geropsych & Behavioral Health team and provide exceptional care to adult patients in a supportive, collaborative hospital environment. If you're passionate about building meaningful connections, advocating for patients, and helping individuals navigate their mental health journey, we'd love to meet you.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to adult behavioral health patients under the direction of an RN and interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor patient conditions, administer medications, and document care accurately.
• Build trusting relationships while promoting dignity, safety, and emotional well-being.
• Assist with therapeutic interventions and support individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver outstanding patient care.
• Help create a safe, supportive environment that encourages healing and recovery.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited License Practical Nursing program

Certification/License

• Current active LPN license issued by the Iowa Board of Nursing
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within three (3) months from date of hire

Ready to make a difference?