LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - QuickCare Clinics 60%25

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a patient-centered 60%25 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work in our QuickCare (Walk-in) Clinics. Our Licensed Practical Nurses are responsible to help a wide variety of patients from newborn to geriatric, ensure patient care standards are met, and provide access to additional care options. This position is part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment, rich with opportunities for learning and growth. We utilize a multidisciplinary approach to patient care that encourages teamwork between multiple disciplinary teams to provide the most comprehensive care to our patients. Standard shifts will be primarily 10 - 12 hour shifts, but could vary based on clinic need. This position comes with the University of Iowa's generous, full benefit package including double-match retirement, paid vacation and sick leave, and much more! University of Iowa Health Care —recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.® WE CARE Core Values: Welcoming - We strive for an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees, and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education. Excellence - We aim to achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research. Collaboration - We encourage collaboration with healthcare systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region, as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork - guided by compassion - is the best way to work. Accountability - We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur. Respect - We create an environment where every individual feels safe, valued, and respected, supporting the well-being and success of all members of our community. Empowerment - We commit to fair access to research, health care, and education for our community and opportunities for personal and professional growth for our staff and learners. Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City area and surrounding cities based on clinical need/hours Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including a double retirement match, paid vacation as well as paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits Percent of Time: 60%25 (24 hours per week) Schedule: Variable hours between 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, rotating holiday and weekends, no on-call time, and primarily 10 - 12 hour shifts. Location: Iowa City, IA (and surrounding clinics based on clinical need/hours) Pay Grade: 11

Requirements

Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the Iowa Board of Nursing, or eligible for temporary work permit. Responsible to take the required continuing education hours to maintain a valid LPN certification.
Basic Cardiac Life Support provider.
Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
Availability to provide support to other clinical locations based on clinical need/hours.

Nice To Haves

Minimum one year experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN.
Previous Walk-In Clinic experience.
Medical Terminology.
Public Contact/Customer Service.

Responsibilities

Provides nursing care under the supervision of a registered professional nurse.
Participates in the development of nursing care plans and in the implementation of therapeutic program for patients.
In less complex situations, may assume responsibility for directing and supervising assigned nursing personnel. In more complex situations, performs as an assistant to the registered professional nurse.