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

Healthforce; Alabama; On-site; USD 1,969,000 - 3,282,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking an experienced Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our long-term care team in Dubuque, IA on the night shift.

You will provide person-centered care, manage chronic conditions, monitor residents, perform wound care, and document in the EHR while coordinating with RNs, physicians, and families.

Current Iowa LPN license or Compact, BLS/CPR, 1+ year LTC experience, and flexibility for night shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing program.
• Active LPN license in Iowa or valid Compact/Multistate license.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• 1+ year nursing experience in long-term care or skilled nursing.
• Night shift availability: 6:00 PM–6:00 AM.
• Proficient in EHR documentation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs, conduct routine assessments, and administer medications with EHR documentation.
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, and other routine procedures per care plans.
• Communicate changes in resident condition to RNs, physicians, and residents' families.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and support rehabilitation activities.
• Maintain accurate, timely medical records and follow facility safety protocols.

Skills

EHR documentation

Team communication

Night shift availability

Education

Practical Nursing diploma

LPN license (IA or Compact)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Location: Dubuque, IA

Pay: $1,387.30 / week

Job Type: Full-time, Travel / Contract

Shift: Night Shift (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM)

Job Summary

Are you an experienced Travel LPN looking for your next rewarding assignment? We are seeking a dedicated and flexible Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our long-term care team in Dubuque, IA.

In this role, you will provide person-centered care, chronic disease management, and daily nursing assessments for residents in a collaborative skilled nursing facility. If you thrive in a supportive environment, possess strong communication skills, and are ready to make a meaningful impact on the night shift, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Resident Care & Monitoring: Monitor vital signs, conduct routine assessments, and administer medications while tracking responses in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).

• Clinical Procedures: Perform wound care, dressing changes, and other routine procedures following established care plans.

• Team & Family Communication: Promptly communicate changes in resident condition to RNs, physicians, and resident family members.

• Daily Support: Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and support ongoing rehabilitation activities as directed.

• Compliance & Safety: Maintain precise, timely medical records in the EHR and follow all facility safety protocols.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing program.

• Licensure: Active LPN license in the State of Iowa (or a valid Compact/Multistate LPN license).

• Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.

• Experience: 1+ years of nursing experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting required.

• Shift Availability: Flexible and committed to working night shifts ( 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM ).

• Skills: Strong communication skills with families and multidisciplinary team members; proficiency with EHR documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel nursing experience.

• Hands-on experience with wound care and palliative care principles.

Work Environment

• Facility-based long-term care setting.

• Night shift schedule with a collaborative team of nurses, CNAs, and therapists.