Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care | Day Shift

HealthForce Healthcare; Georgia; Sur place; USD 38 000 - 63 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

HealthForce Healthcare seeks an experienced Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a Long-Term Care facility in Dubuque, IA. You’ll deliver person-centered care, monitor residents, and support families, with a consistent Day Shift on a travel contract and weekly pay of $1,378.

You must be a graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program, hold a current Iowa LPN license (or active compact/NLC state license), BLS/CPR, and have 1+ year of SNF/LTC experience; strong communication and EHR

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program.
• Current, unencumbered LPN license in Iowa or active Compact license.
• Active BLS/CPR certification.
• 1+ year of long-term care or SNF experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication with healthcare teams and families.

Responsabilités

• Administer medications, monitor vital signs, wound care per care plans.
• Assess changes in resident health and report to RNs/physicians/families.
• Collaborate with CNAs, therapists, and multidisciplinary teams for ADLs.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation per standards.

Connaissances

Communication skills

EHR documentation

Patient care

Team collaboration

Formation

Practical Nursing Program

Outils

EHR systems

Description du poste

Job Summary

Are you an experienced LPN looking for your next rewarding travel assignment? We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a Long-Term Care facility in Dubuque, Iowa. In this role, you will deliver high-quality, person-centered care, manage chronic health conditions, and support residents in maintaining their safety, dignity, and overall quality of life. If you excel in a fast-paced environment and value clear, direct communication with healthcare teams and resident families, we’d love to have you on our team.

Location

Dubuque, IA

Weekly Pay

$1,378 / week

Shift

Day Shift

Job Type

Full-time, Travel Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Resident Care & Monitoring: Administer medications, monitor vital signs, perform wound care, and execute routine nursing procedures following individualized care plans
• Assessment & Reporting: Continually assess changes in resident health conditions and promptly communicate updates to RNs, physicians, and resident families
• Collaboration & Support: Work alongside CNAs, therapists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and rehabilitation goals
• EHR Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely resident records within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system in compliance with facility and safety standards

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program
• Licensure: Current, unencumbered LPN license in the State of Iowa (or active Compact/NLC state license)
• Certifications: Active Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification
• Experience: Minimum 1+ years of long-term care or skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with healthcare teams and families; proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) documentation

Preferred

• Prior travel nursing experience
• Hands-on experience with specialized wound care or palliative care principles

Why Apply?

• Competitive weekly travel pay: $1,378/week
• Consistent Day Shift schedule
• Dedicated local support throughout your assignment in Dubuque