Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - LTC | Day/Night Shift

Job summary

The LPN will provide person-centered nursing care, manage chronic diseases, and perform routine assessments for residents in a long-term care facility. Responsibilities include administering medications, performing wound care, and maintaining accurate documentation in the EHR system.

Job details

Location: Ossian, IA Pay: $1,476.92 per week Job Type: Full-time, Contract (Travel) Shift: Rotating Day/Night shifts (12-hour shifts) Schedule: Every other weekend and every other holiday required Job Summary 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. Key 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 & Requirements 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. Skills: Strong communication skills, familiarity with care planning, and proficiency with EHR documentation. Preferred Qualifications Prior travel nursing experience. Background or specialized training in wound care management or palliative care principles. Work Environment Facility-based, fast-paced long-term care setting. Highly collaborative team environment working alongside RNs, CNAs, physical/occupational therapists, and physicians. Benefits & Perks Competitive weekly pay ($1,476.92/week). Supportive local team and facility staff. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident quality of life. Apply today to join our team in Ossian, IA!

What you’ll do

The LPN will provide person-centered nursing care, manage chronic diseases, and perform routine assessments for residents in a long-term care facility. Responsibilities include administering medications, performing wound care, and maintaining accurate documentation in the EHR system.

Requirements

Candidates must have graduated from an approved Practical Nursing program and hold an active LPN license in Iowa or a Compact state. A minimum of one year of experience in long-term care or skilled nursing settings and active CPR/BLS certification are required.

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Nursing
• Long-term care
• Wound care
• Medication administration
• Vital signs monitoring
• Electronic health record
• Patient assessment
• Communication
• Clinical procedures
• Infection control
• Care planning
• Palliative care
• Chronic Disease Management
• Dressing Changes
• Vital Signs
• Compassion
• Self-Motivation
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Management
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Nursing Homes
• Care Planning
• Medical Records
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Electronic Medical Record
• Infection Control
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Long-Term Care
• Rehabilitation
• Nursing Care
• Palliative Care
• Nursing Home Care
• Wound Care
• Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs)

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Travel Licensed Practical Nurse
• Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse
• Nursing Associate Professionals
• Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

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