Overnight LPN: Elevate Resident Care & Impact

WesleyLife; West Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision

Dental

401(k)

Job summary

WesleyLife Edgewater in West Des Moines, IA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for overnight, full-time care. You will provide direct nursing care, perform wound care and IV therapy, and help develop individualized care plans. The role emphasizes teamwork with physicians and families and adherence to safety protocols.

State of Iowa LPN license required; LTC experience preferred but not required. Comprehensive benefits apply, with pay based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Requires Iowa LPN license (or compact licensure)
• LTC experience preferred but not required
• Competent in wound care, IV therapy, catheter management, and medication administration

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care including wound care, IV therapy, and catheter management
• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Administer medications and treatments with accurate documentation and monitoring for side effects
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to coordinate and optimize resident care
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and infection control protocols

Skills

Wound care

IV therapy

Catheter care

Vital signs

Resident care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

LPN license (Iowa)

Tools

IV therapy equipment

EHR / documentation systems

Job description

WesleyLife Edgewater in West Des Moines, IA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for overnight, full-time care. You will provide direct nursing care, perform wound care and IV therapy, and help develop individualized care plans. The role emphasizes teamwork with physicians and families and adherence to safety protocols.

State of Iowa LPN license required; LTC experience preferred but not required. Comprehensive benefits apply, with pay based on experience and qualifications.