LPN for Youth Care | Sign-On Bonus $3,000 | Cedar Rapids

Four Oaks Family And Childrens Services; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Four Oaks is seeking an LPN to support youth programs, coordinate nursing care, educate, and advocate for health and wellness. You will administer medications, build trusting relationships with youth, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safety and success.

The role emphasizes on-site nursing care, on-call rotation, and a focus on empowering young people through consistent, compassionate support. Iowa LPN license required, prior pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Iowa LPN license in good standing is required.
• Prior experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to work on an on-call rotational schedule.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications safely and accurately.
• Get to know the youth you serve and build relationships based on trust and consistency.
• Assess health concerns and determine when additional medical care is needed.
• Provide medical triage and coordinate appropriate interventions.
• Help coordinate medical, psychiatric, and psychological appointments and services.
• Manage physician orders, appointments, medication records, and required medical documentation.
• Oversee medication management procedures, including proper distribution, storage, and return of medications.
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records.
• Provide TB testing within established guidelines.
• Help educate youth and staff on health and wellness topics.
• Provide training in CPR, First Aid, and health education.
• Review medication errors and participate in continuous quality improvement.
• Recognize and appropriately report health, safety, and public health concerns.
• Provide nursing oversight related to established safety and behavioral protocols.
• Participate in periodic on-call needs, including occasional daytime and overnight situations.

Education

Iowa LPN license

Job description

Four Oaks is seeking an LPN to support youth programs, coordinate nursing care, educate, and advocate for health and wellness. You will administer medications, build trusting relationships with youth, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safety and success.

The role emphasizes on-site nursing care, on-call rotation, and a focus on empowering young people through consistent, compassionate support. Iowa LPN license required, prior pediatric experience preferred.