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

HealthForce Healthcare; Georgia; On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare seeks a dedicated Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a long-term care assignment in Dubuque, IA. You will deliver person-centered care, chronic disease management, and daily nursing assessments in a collaborative skilled nursing facility on the night shift.

The role requires an Iowa LPN license (or compact), BLS/CPR, and 1+ year of long-term care experience. Travel/Contract work and a night shift schedule make this an engaging, hands-on opportunity.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing program.
• Active LPN license in the State of Iowa or a valid Compact/Multistate LPN license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.
• 1+ years of nursing experience in long-term care or skilled nursing.
• Flexible and committed to night shifts (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM).

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs, perform routine assessments, and document in the EHR.
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, and standard procedures.
• Communicate changes in resident condition to RNs, physicians, and families.
• Assist residents with daily living activities and rehabilitation activities.
• Maintain precise, timely medical records and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Communication

EHR proficiency

Night shift availability

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

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!

Location: Dubuque, IA

Pay: $1,387.30 / week

Job Type: Full-time, Travel / Contract

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

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