LPN - Long-Term Care Leader (Day Shift)

MercyOne; Centerville (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne in Iowa is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for a full-time day shift. The nurse will use the nursing process to assess patients, implement physician-directed care, and supervise support staff within the LPN scope of practice.

Strong leadership and patient-care skills are required to ensure high-quality, compliant care. Responsibilities include administering regimens, supervising colleagues, and collaborating with the healthcare team to maintain patient safety and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of approved Nursing school.
• Current LPN license in State of Iowa.
• CPR/Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers; mandatory reporter training; license renewal education.

Responsibilities

• Utilize nursing process: assess patient status and plan care.
• Carry out physician-prescribed regimens within nursing guidelines.
• Perform and supervise tasks within LPN scope of practice.
• Provide leadership and direction in supervising nursing care.
• Continually apply nursing process for patient assessment and planning.
• Execute regimens prescribed by physicians per guidelines.
• Supervise activities within LPN scope and seek assistance as needed.
• Provide leadership in supervising others through the nursing process.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Leadership

Patient care

Clinical documentation

Education

Graduate of approved Nursing school

LPN license - Iowa

Job description

MercyOne in Iowa is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for a full-time day shift. The nurse will use the nursing process to assess patients, implement physician-directed care, and supervise support staff within the LPN scope of practice.

Strong leadership and patient-care skills are required to ensure high-quality, compliant care. Responsibilities include administering regimens, supervising colleagues, and collaborating with the healthcare team to maintain patient safety and outcomes.