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

HealthForce Healthcare; Tennessee; On-site; USD 38,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare seeks an experienced LPN for a travel assignment in Dubuque, IA, with a day shift schedule and a full-time travel contract. You will deliver high-quality, person-centered care, manage chronic conditions, and support residents to maintain safety and dignity in a long-term care setting.

The role requires graduation from an accredited LPN program, current Iowa (or compact) licensure, BLS/CPR certification, and at least 1 year of SNF/long-term care experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program
• Licensure: Current LPN license in Iowa or active Compact/NLC state license
• Certifications: Active BLS/CPR certification
• Experience: 1+ year in long-term care or SNF
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication with healthcare teams and families; proficient in EHR documentation

Responsibilities

• Administer medications, monitor vital signs, wound care, and routine nursing procedures per care plans
• Continuously assess resident health changes and communicate with RNs, physicians, and families
• Collaborate with CNAs, therapists, and healthcare teams to assist with ADLs and rehabilitation goals
• Maintain accurate, timely resident records in the EHR per facility and safety standards

Skills

Communication (verbal & written)

Team collaboration

EHR documentation

Education

LPN program graduate

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Job Summary

Are you an experienced LPN looking for your next rewarding travel assignment? We are seeking a compassionate, skilled

Location: Dubuque, IA

Weekly Pay: $1,378 / week

Shift: Day Shift

Job Type: Full-time, Travel Contract

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.

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