Weekend LPN Charge Nurse | Flexible Shifts & Benefits

Care Initiatives; Dunlap (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve as Charge Nurse. You will provide direct nursing care, lead on the unit, coordinate resident care with the interdisciplinary team, and ensure safety and compliance.

This role offers opportunities across our 40+ Iowa communities, with competitive hourly pay and shift differentials, plus comprehensive benefits and tuition reimbursement committed to staff development and growth.

Qualifications

• Current, valid LPN license in good standing in Iowa.
• CPR certification current and valid.
• Ability to complete supervisory course within 90 days of employment.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and laws.
• Empathy, respect, patience and discretion in everyday interactions.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' clinical status and contribute to care planning with the team.
• Deliver and oversee direct nursing care including wound care and IV therapy as allowed.
• Administer medications and treatments with accurate documentation.
• Coordinate resident care as unit clinical lead, communicating with physicians and families.
• Supervise and support CNAs and other staff to ensure high-quality care.
• Ensure safety, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance across the unit.
• Provide education and emotional support to residents and families.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Nursing leadership

Patient care planning

Empathy and communication

Education

LPN license (Iowa)

Job description

Care Initiatives seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve as Charge Nurse. You will provide direct nursing care, lead on the unit, coordinate resident care with the interdisciplinary team, and ensure safety and compliance.

This role offers opportunities across our 40+ Iowa communities, with competitive hourly pay and shift differentials, plus comprehensive benefits and tuition reimbursement committed to staff development and growth.