Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Days
About The Position
Dunlap Specialty Care, a 46-bed long-term care skilled nursing community in Dunlap, Iowa, is hiring a Charge Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). In this role, you will provide and oversee skilled nursing care, contribute to individualized care planning, and serve as a clinical leader on the unit. You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and communicate with physicians, nurse leadership, residents, and families to support resident needs and changes in condition. The position is offered full-time and part-time, with 6 a.m.–6 p.m. shifts. Care Initiatives describes its compensation as competitive and offers eligible employees benefit options. The organization emphasizes compassionate, resident-centered care and an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming workplace.
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
- Assess 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.
- Safely administer medications and prescribed treatments, 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 care.
- Follow state and federal regulations, infection prevention practices, and Care Initiatives policies.
- Educate and 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 benefit options for eligible employees.
- 403(b) retirement savings plan.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Referral bonus program.
- Tuition reimbursement and company-paid training and education.
- Digital wallet access to pay as earned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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