Night Shift LPN: Geriatric Care & Team Collaboration

Calvin Community; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Calvin Community in Des Moines, IA is seeking compassionate LPNs for the 10p-6a shift. You will assess residents' health needs, develop and implement care plans, administer medications, monitor responses, and provide ongoing support in a collaborative, resident-centered environment.

You will document progress in electronic medical records, coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care, educate residents and families, and stay current with nursing best practices.

Qualifications

• Current State License as an LPN.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, geriatric experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' health needs and develop and implement care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Document residents' progress and outcomes in EMR.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Communicate with residents and families to provide education and support.
• Stay up to date with nursing research and best practices.
• Participate in professional development to maintain and improve skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

LPN license

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Geriatric care

Job description

Calvin Community in Des Moines, IA is seeking compassionate LPNs for the 10p-6a shift. You will assess residents' health needs, develop and implement care plans, administer medications, monitor responses, and provide ongoing support in a collaborative, resident-centered environment.

You will document progress in electronic medical records, coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care, educate residents and families, and stay current with nursing best practices.