LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

St Luke Lutheran Home; Spencer (IA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Free meals

Paid holidays

Free meals

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to enhance the lives of elderly residents in Spencer, IA. This full-time position offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) with company match. The ideal candidate will have a heart for working with the elderly and be licensed in Iowa. Responsibilities include overseeing health services, evaluating caregivers, and fostering a positive team atmosphere. Apply now if you are ready to join our caregiving team!

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state board approved LPN program.
• Currently licensed as an LPN in the state of Iowa.
• Experience with long-term care programs.
• Successful completion of LPN Supervisory course within 6 months.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Heart for working with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize health services of the Nursing Home.
• Evaluate and oversee caregivers and their assignments.
• Assist with marketing and events to meet occupancy goals.
• Build effective relationships in a team atmosphere.
• Possess initiative, good judgment and leadership ability to work well with the community, residents, families and staff
• Possess understanding and compassion for the elderly population

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ability to build relationships

Compassion for the elderly

Education

Graduate of a state board approved LPN program

Currently licensed as an LPN in Iowa

Job description

Registered Nurse

St. Luke Homes & Services - St. Luke Lutheran Nursing Home in Spencer, IA is looking to hire a full‑time LPN (Licensed Practical) to enhance the lives and health of our elderly residents. Are you passionate about caring for others? Do you want a caregiver role where you directly improve the lives of others? Would you like to work in a beautiful location with amazing and friendly people? If so, please read on!

This position earns a competitive wage. We provide excellent benefits, including affordable health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and a 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, and free meals. If this sounds like the right caregiving opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT ST. LUKE HOMES & SERVICES

Founded in 1967, we provide top‑quality healthcare for older adults. Since the beginning, we have continuously provided services to meet the physical, social, medical, and spiritual needs of our residents. Our goal is to maximize our residents' quality of life while creating an uplifting Christian environment. We offer a variety of housing and healthcare options so that our residents can enjoy a continuum of care in a home‑like setting.

Our mission is to enhance the life, health, and faith of all who choose to live in the St. Luke Christian community. To achieve our goal, we rely on our employees to provide compassionate care for our residents. Our employees are vital to our organization, and we strive to show them how grateful we are. We offer our team marvelous benefits and flexible schedules as well as a positive work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES AS THE LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)

• Planning, directing and organizing health services of the Nursing Home in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines
• Provide evaluation, training and consistent oversight of caregivers and work assignments
• Assist with internal and external marketing and events to meet occupancy goals
• Ability to build effective working relationships and a positive team atmosphere with people of all backgrounds
• Possess initiative, good judgment and leadership ability to work well with the community, residents, families and staff
• Possess understanding and compassion for the elderly population

QUALIFICATIONS FOR LPN

• Graduate of a state board approved LPN program
• Currently licensed as an LPN in the state of Iowa
• Experience with long‑term care programs
• Successful completion of LPN Supervisory course within 6 months of employment
• One year of supervisory experienceExcellent verbal and written communication skills
• Heart for working with the elderly

Can you build and maintain positive relationships with coworkers and clients? Are you motivated to do a good job? Do you pay close attention to details? Are you flexible with work tasks? If yes, you might just be perfect for this healthcare position!

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR CAREGIVING TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this healthcare job, please fill out our initial 3‑minute, mobile‑friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 51301