RN, LPN (IA) Licensed
About The Position
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurses (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to join our Long-Term Care II clinical team. In this role, you will provide high-quality nursing care to our residents, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being while adhering to all Iowa state regulations and facility protocols. Primary Responsibilities Clinical Care: Administer medications, perform wound care, monitor vital signs, and execute physician-prescribed plans of care. Assessment (RN): Conduct initial and ongoing resident assessments and develop individualized care plans. Collaboration (LPN): Support the RN in documenting the nursing process and implementing resident-specific strategies. Leadership: Supervise CNAs and other unlicensed assistive personnel to ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently. Advocacy: Act as a resident advocate, ensuring rights are respected and family members are kept informed of progress. Shift Details Able to work on flexible shift depending on availability ( Morning Shift, Afternoon Shift, Night Shift) State-Specific Requirements (Iowa) To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals (DIA) and Board of Nursing standards: Licensure: Must hold a current, valid Iowa Nursing License or a multi-state compact license. (Verification will be conducted via the Iowa Board of Nursing online portal). Background Check: Must pass a comprehensive Iowa SING (Single Contact Repository) Background Check , which includes: Criminal History Sex Offender Registry Child Abuse Registry Dependent Adult Abuse Registry Mandatory Training: Must provide proof of completion of the Dependent Adult Abuse Training (IA Course DS 168). LPN Supervisory Course (LPNs Only): If applying for an LPN role involving supervision, you must have completed an Iowa-approved supervisory course or be willing to complete it within 90 days of hire.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current CPR/BLS Certification.
- Must hold a current, valid Iowa Nursing License or a multi-state compact license.
- Must pass a comprehensive Iowa SING (Single Contact Repository) Background Check , which includes: Criminal History Sex Offender Registry Child Abuse Registry Dependent Adult Abuse Registry
- Must provide proof of completion of the Dependent Adult Abuse Training (IA Course DS 168).
- If applying for an LPN role involving supervision, you must have completed an Iowa-approved supervisory course or be willing to complete it within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in Long-Term Care (LTC) or Geriatrics preferred.
- Strong communication skills and a "resident-first" mindset.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications
- Perform wound care
- Monitor vital signs
- Execute physician-prescribed plans of care
- Conduct initial and ongoing resident assessments and develop individualized care plans
- Support the RN in documenting the nursing process and implementing resident-specific strategies
- Supervise CNAs and other unlicensed assistive personnel
- Act as a resident advocate
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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