Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long Term Care | Day Shift
Job Description
Job Description
Location: Dubuque, IA
Weekly Pay: $1,378 / week
Shift: Day Shift
Job Type: Full-time, Travel Contract
Job Summary
Are you an experienced LPN looking for your next rewarding travel assignment? We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a Long-Term Care facility in Dubuque, Iowa.
In this role, you will deliver high-quality, person-centered care, manage chronic health conditions, and support residents in maintaining their safety, dignity, and overall quality of life. If you excel in a fast-paced environment and value clear, direct communication with healthcare teams and resident families, we’d love to have you on our team.
Key Responsibilities
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Resident Care & Monitoring: Administer medications, monitor vital signs, perform wound care, and execute routine nursing procedures following individualized care plans.
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Assessment & Reporting: Continually assess changes in resident health conditions and promptly communicate updates to RNs, physicians, and resident families.
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Collaboration & Support: Work alongside CNAs, therapists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and rehabilitation goals.
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EHR Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely resident records within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system in compliance with facility and safety standards.
Qualifications & Requirements
Required:
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Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program.
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Licensure: Current, unencumbered LPN license in the State of Iowa (or active Compact/NLC state license).
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Certifications: Active Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.
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Experience: Minimum 1+ years of long-term care or skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience.
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Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with healthcare teams and families; proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) documentation.
Preferred:
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Prior travel nursing experience.
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Hands-on experience with specialized wound care or palliative care principles.
Why Apply?
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Competitive weekly travel pay: $1,378/week.
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Consistent Day Shift schedule.
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Dedicated local support throughout your assignment in Dubuque.
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