We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a per diem role providing compassionate, hands-on care to seniors and older adults in a mixed skilled nursing population, including long-term care residents and patients receiving short-term rehabilitation. Reporting to the Charge Nurse, the LPN will manage a variable patient assignment based on facility census, support patient safety and comfort, and document care in PCC (Point Click Care). Orientation and supervised clinical training are provided. Flexible shifts are available; see below.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on patient care and assistance with activities of daily living.
- Administer medications according to established orders and procedures.
- Measure and monitor vital signs and patient condition.
- Assist with mobility and safe patient handling using a gait belt.
- Support hygiene, feeding, toileting, and other daily care needs.
- Participate in patient care planning.
- Provide wound care and perform dressing changes.
- Monitor patients, report changes promptly to the Charge Nurse, and document care accurately in PCC (Point Click Care).
Available Shifts
- 4:00 PM - 4:00 AM
- 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Required Qualifications
- At least six months of practical or vocational nursing experience.
- Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program.
- Current state Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse license.
- Current BLS certification.
- Completion of TB testing and a physical examination.
- Proficiency with PCC (Point Click Care) and electronic health records.
- Knowledge of vital signs monitoring, activities of daily living assistance, gait belt use, safe patient handling, and patient safety.
- Strong clinical communication, empathy, and teamwork skills.
Flexible schedules, strong support, and a team that values your skills-Nextaff Healthcare helps you grow while keeping work life balance intact.
Company Description Flexible schedules, strong support, and a team that values your skills-Nextaff Healthcare helps you grow while keeping work life balance intact.LPN Per Diem in decorah at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $80,600–$99,840
For context, most lpns earn between $80,600–$99,840 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.