Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – UI Health Care Bettendorf Neurology 100%25
About The Position
The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a patient-centered Licensed Practical Nurse to support Neurology patients in Bettendorf and assist other clinics in the building, including Family Medicine, Dermatology, Pediatrics, and Endocrinology. The role is 100% (40 hours per week) and requires travel within an approximately two-hour radius about once per month. A fleet vehicle and paid drive time are provided. The LPN develops relationships with patients, monitors their care histories, and provides personalized, compassionate care. The position 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 based in Bettendorf, Iowa, with work at surrounding clinics or locations as clinical needs require. Hours vary between Monday and Friday, 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.; there are no weekends, on-call shifts, or holidays. The University offers a benefits package that includes paid vacation and sick leave, double-match retirement, and free on-site parking.
Requirements
- Be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the Iowa Board of Nursing or be eligible for a temporary work permit.
- Complete the continuing education hours required to maintain a valid LPN certification.
- Hold Basic Cardiac Life Support provider certification.
- Have a driver’s license and the ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to adapt quickly to different clinical environments and patient populations.
- Previous Epic experience.
- Previous Neurology clinic experience.
- One year of experience as an LPN.
- Demonstrated experience fostering a welcoming and respectful work or academic environment.
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.
- Monitor patient care histories and provide personalized, compassionate care.
- Travel to other clinics within an approximately two-hour radius about once per month.
Benefits
- Double-match retirement.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid sick leave.
- Free on-site parking.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
