Weekend Charge Nurse LPN — Lead Care & Team Mentorship

Care Initiatives; New London (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wage access

Job summary

Care Initiatives in New London, Iowa is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join as Charge Nurse on a Full-Time Weekend Package. You will provide skilled, resident-centered care and lead a nursing team on the unit.

Responsibilities include ongoing resident assessments, wound care, medication administration, coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team, supervising CNAs, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and educating residents and families.

Qualifications

• Valid LPN license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• State-approved LPN Supervisory Course or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations.
• Empathy, respect, patience and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing assessments of residents' clinical status and contribute to care planning.
• Deliver and oversee direct nursing care including wound care and IV therapy as allowed.
• Administer medications and treatments, document accurately and monitor responses.
• Serve as unit leader, coordinating care with physicians, leadership, residents, and families.
• Supervise and support CNAs and other staff, promoting teamwork.
• Ensure adherence to regulations and infection prevention practices.
• Provide education and emotional support to residents and families.

Skills

LPN license

CPR certificate

Supervisory course

Regulatory knowledge

Compassionate care

Job description

Care Initiatives in New London, Iowa is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join as Charge Nurse on a Full-Time Weekend Package. You will provide skilled, resident-centered care and lead a nursing team on the unit.

Responsibilities include ongoing resident assessments, wound care, medication administration, coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team, supervising CNAs, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and educating residents and families.