LPN: Impactful Night-Shift Nursing in Structured Care

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Cherokee (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Insurance Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Civil Commitment Unit for Sex Offenders (CCUSO) in Cherokee. This full-time position offers structured, team-focused clinical care and opportunities to support a high-risk population.

You'll provide acute and chronic nursing care, patient education, and therapeutic activities, while contributing to a safe, supportive treatment environment.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Iowa or NCSBN Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Compassionate, detail-oriented, team-focused with strong professional standards.
• Background check required for employment consideration.

Responsibilities

• Delivering acute and chronic nursing care to a high-risk population.
• Promoting health and preventing disease through patient education.
• Participating in therapeutic treatment activities and documentation.
• Providing psychological support, guidance and reassurance.
• Escorting patients as needed and maintaining a safe environment.
• Accurate recording of patient behaviors, attitudes and care activities.
• Contributing to a structured, supportive treatment setting.

Skills

Nursing

Patient Education

Team Collaboration

Documentation

Psychological Support

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Civil Commitment Unit for Sex Offenders (CCUSO) in Cherokee. This full-time position offers structured, team-focused clinical care and opportunities to support a high-risk population.

You'll provide acute and chronic nursing care, patient education, and therapeutic activities, while contributing to a safe, supportive treatment environment.