Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - LTC | Day/Night Shift
Location: Ossian, IA
Job Type: Full-time, Contract (Travel)
About the role
Are you a compassionate, reliable LPN looking for your next travel assignment? We are seeking an experienced Travel Long-Term Care (LTC) LPN to join our dedicated healthcare team in Ossian, IA. In this role, you will provide high-quality, person-centered nursing care, chronic disease management, and routine assessments for residents in a skilled nursing/long-term care facility. We are looking for self-motivated nurses who thrive in a collaborative environment and excel in resident and family communication.
Responsibilities
- Monitor resident vital signs, administer prescribed medications, and accurately document treatment responses over time
- Perform wound care, dressing changes, and routine clinical procedures per individualized resident care plans
- Continually assess changes in resident conditions and promptly communicate updates to RNs, attending physicians, and family members
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and support rehabilitation goals as directed by the care team
- Maintain accurate, real-time records in the facility’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
- Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, infection control standards, and facility guidelines
Qualifications
- Education: Graduation from an approved Practical Nursing program
- Licensure: Active LPN license in the State of Iowa (or a valid Compact/Multi-State LPN license)
- Certification: Active CPR / BLS certification (American Heart Association preferred)
- Experience: Minimum of 1+ year of hands-on experience in long-term care (LTC) or skilled nursing facility (SNF) settings
- Flexibility: Willingness and ability to work rotating day/night shifts, every other weekend, and every other holiday
- Preferred: Prior travel nursing experience; background or specialized training in wound care management or palliative care principles
Skills
Strong communication skills, familiarity with care planning, and proficiency with EHR documentation
Benefits
- Supportive local team and facility staff
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident quality of life
Pay
$1,476.92 per week
Schedule
Rotating day/night shifts (12-hour shifts); every other weekend and every other holiday required