Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Nights
About The Position
Avoca Specialty Care, a 45-bed long-term care skilled nursing community in Avoca, Iowa, is hiring a Charge Nurse—Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The role provides comprehensive, resident-centered nursing care and offers the opportunity to positively influence residents and their loved ones throughout their healthcare journey. Full-time and part-time night schedules are available. The LPN assesses residents’ clinical status, delivers and oversees skilled nursing interventions, administers medications and treatments, coordinates care, and communicates with physicians, nurse leadership, residents, and families. The position also supervises and supports assigned staff and helps ensure compliance with regulations, infection prevention practices, and facility policies. Care Initiatives describes itself as committed to inclusive, equitable, and welcoming working and learning environments.
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 responses 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 quality resident care.
- Follow state and federal regulations, infection prevention practices, and Care Initiatives policies to maintain a safe, compliant, resident-centered environment.
- Educate, guide, and emotionally support residents and families, fostering trust, dignity, and understanding of care plans and health goals.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation 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 pay as employees earn.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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