Licensed Practical Nurse - UI Health Care Quick Care Clinics 60-90% (Multiple Openings)
About The Position
The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a patient-centered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its Quick Care (walk-in) clinics. The role serves a wide range of patients, from newborns to geriatric patients, helps ensure patient-care standards are met, and provides access to additional care options. The position is in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with opportunities for learning and growth, and uses a multidisciplinary approach that encourages teamwork across clinical teams. The LPN provides nursing care under the supervision of a registered professional nurse, participates in developing nursing care plans and implementing therapeutic programs, and may direct and supervise assigned nursing personnel in less complex situations. In more complex situations, the LPN assists the registered professional nurse. This is a regular salaried position at 60–90% time (24–36 hours per week), based in Iowa City and surrounding clinics according to clinical needs and hours. Shifts are primarily 10–12 hours and may vary with clinic needs. The listed schedule is Monday through Sunday, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays.
Requirements
- Be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the Iowa Board of Nursing, or be eligible for a temporary work permit.
- Maintain a valid LPN certification by completing required continuing education hours.
- Hold Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) provider certification.
- Have a driver's license and be able to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Upload a resume as part of the application.
- Self-disclose any conviction history and undergo a criminal background check if selected.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN.
- Previous experience in QuickCare clinics.
- Ambulatory-care experience.
- EPIC experience.
- Previous walk-in clinic experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care under the supervision of a registered professional nurse.
- Participate in developing nursing care plans and implementing therapeutic programs for patients.
- In less complex situations, direct and supervise assigned nursing personnel.
- In more complex situations, assist the registered professional nurse.
- Help ensure patient-care standards are met and provide patients access to additional care options.
- Complete continuing education required to maintain a valid LPN certification.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick leave.
- Health, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
- Employer contributions to retirement plans, including a double retirement match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
