Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Evenings

Care Initiatives • Cherokee, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Cherokee Specialty Care, a 62-bed long-term care skilled nursing community in Cherokee, Iowa, is hiring a Charge Nurse – Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The position provides comprehensive, skilled nursing care to residents and supports their healthcare journey. The nurse serves as a clinical leader on the unit, coordinates resident care, and helps maintain a safe, compliant, and resident-centered environment. Full-time and part-time evening schedules are available.

Requirements

• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing in Iowa, or ability to activate an Iowa license.
• Current, valid CPR certification.
• Documented completion of a state-approved LPN Supervisory Course, or ability to obtain it within the first 90 days of employment.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
• Commitment to helping others and treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing assessments of residents’ clinical status, including vital signs and changes in condition, and contribute to individualized care planning with the interdisciplinary team.
• Deliver and oversee direct nursing care, including wound treatments, IV therapy as permitted by scope, catheter care, and other skilled interventions in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.
• Administer medications and prescribed treatments safely and accurately, monitor therapeutic response and adverse effects, and complete timely, compliant documentation.
• Coordinate resident care and communicate with physicians, nurse leadership, residents, and families about care needs and changes in condition.
• Supervise, mentor, and support Certified Nursing Assistants and other assigned staff, promoting accountability, teamwork, and high-quality resident care.
• Ensure adherence to state and federal regulations, infection prevention practices, and Care Initiatives policies.
• Educate and guide residents and families, and provide emotional support while fostering trust, dignity, and understanding of care plans and health goals.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and shift differential.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Referral bonus program.
• Company-paid training and education with tuition reimbursement.
• Digital wallet access to earned pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed