Licensed Practical Nurse, Local Traveler

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Iowa.

📋 Description

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to residents of diverse ages in long-term care settings under the guidance of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician.

• Exhibit a strong understanding of nursing principles and practices within the complete range of nursing expertise.

• Implement age- and population-specific standards to address residents’ physical and psychosocial needs as outlined in care plans.

• Conduct assessments to gather data that reflects the status of residents.

• Identify issues, suggest solutions, and respond adeptly in emergency situations.

• Ensure the health, comfort, and safety of residents.

• Participate in resident assessments and administer prescribed medications or treatments.

• Provide technical assistance to healthcare professionals as required.

• Record interactions with residents and document outcomes related to care, medications, behaviors, activities, and dietary requirements.

• Build and sustain effective relationships with residents, healthcare providers, and the community.

• Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary care team.

• Uphold the confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Guide residents, family members, and/or resident advocates under clinical supervision regarding prevention and treatment strategies.

• Create self-care programs for residents utilizing educational principles.

• Perform additional related tasks as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Willingness to travel to support various locations within a 75-mile radius of the permanent address.

• A minimum of 3 months of experience in Long Term Care is required (6 months preferred).

• Availability for at least 30 hours of work per month.

• Commitment to one weekend shift each month.

• Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program and licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Completion of a pre-licensure nursing program that included supervised clinical experience across the lifespan, or at least 400 hours of experience as an LPN in another facility.

• Currently possess an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from the State Nursing Board and/or have multi-state licensure privileges.

• Must obtain and maintain the necessary department-specific competencies and certifications.

• Completion of required annual continuing education units (CEUs) and competency training mandated by the department and facility.

• If applicable, graduation from a Board-approved AASPN program that includes IV therapy in the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course authorized by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.

🏝️ Benefits

• An additional $10/hour premium on all hours worked.

• A weekend shift differential of $1.25/hour.

• An evening/night shift differential of $1.25/hour (from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM).