Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Days

Care Initiatives • Kingsley, IA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Care Initiatives is hiring a Charge Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Kingsley Specialty Care, a 43-bed long-term care skilled nursing community in Kingsley, Iowa. The role provides and coordinates resident-centered nursing care, contributes to care planning, and serves as a clinical leader on the unit. The position is available for full-time or part-time day shifts. Compensation includes a competitive hourly rate and shift differential.

Requirements

• Hold a valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing in Iowa, or have the ability to activate one.
• 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 treating others with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ clinical status on an ongoing basis, including vital signs and changes in condition, and contribute to individualized care planning with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide 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 provide emotional support to residents and families regarding 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.
• Tuition reimbursement and company-paid training and education.
• Digital wallet access to pay as earned.

What This Job Offers

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