Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Weekends
Care Initiatives · Waterloo-Cedar Falls Area · Yesterday
HealthcareFull-time
What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities
- Carry out ongoing assessments of residents’ clinical status, including vital signs and condition changes, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.
- Deliver and oversee direct nursing care, such as wound treatments, IV therapy (if permitted), catheter care, and other skilled interventions, following physician orders and facility protocols.
- Administer medications and prescribed treatments safely and accurately, monitoring for therapeutic response and adverse effects, and ensure timely, compliant documentation.
- Coordinate resident care, communicate effectively with physicians, nurse leadership, residents, and families about care needs and changes in condition.
- Serve as a clinical leader on the unit by supervising, mentoring, and supporting Certified Nursing Assistants and other assigned staff, promoting accountability, teamwork, and high-quality resident care.
- Ensure adherence to state and federal regulations, infection prevention practices, and Care Initiatives policies to maintain a safe, compliant, and resident-centered environment.
- Provide education, guidance, and emotional support to residents and families, fostering trust, dignity, and understanding of care plans and health goals.
What it takes to become an LPN with Care Initiatives
- Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing, either within the state of Iowa or able to activate.
- Current, valid CPR Certification.
- Documented completion of State-approved LPN Supervisory Course or ability to obtain within first 90-days of employment.
- Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
- A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.
Why Join Care Initiatives?
- Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO, and more.
- Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company-paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
- Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!