LPN-Powell 4
UnityPoint Health
Summary
Support high-quality patient care as a Licensed Practical Nurse working under the direction of a Registered Nurse. In this role, you will assist with implementing the nursing plan of care by monitoring patients, observing conditions, and reporting changes or responses to treatment. You will also perform nursing tasks within your scope of practice, helping ensure safe, reliable, and compassionate care.
Job description
Overview
Support high-quality patient care as a Licensed Practical Nurse working under the direction of a Registered Nurse. In this role, you will assist with implementing the nursing plan of care by monitoring patients, observing conditions, and reporting changes or responses to treatment. You will also perform nursing tasks within your scope of practice, helping ensure safe, reliable, and compassionate care.
Responsibilities
- Deliver hands-on patient care within scope of practice, including administering medications, supporting comfort needs, and assisting with treatments and interventions.
- Contribute to admission assessments by collecting and documenting patient data, and collaborate with RNs and the care team to implement care plans, monitor progress, and support safe, high-quality outcomes.
- Provide input during rounding and communicate changes in patient condition promptly to ensure timely clinical response.
- Support safe care transitions by maintaining accurate, real-time documentation, participating in hand-offs, and communicating patient progress with the healthcare team.
- Collaborate with RNs and providers to update care plans and ensure continuity of care across the hospitalization.
Qualifications
Education: Graduate of accredited LPN program required.
Experience: One (1) year of previous CNA/PCT experience preferred.
- Valid LPN license in the state(s) of practice including eligibility under an NLC multistate license required.
- Dual licensed positions: Team members must obtain and submit proof of dual licensure within 90 days of hire/transfer.
- Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required.
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale-English preferred.
- Advanced De-escalation Training preferred.
- IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required.
- IL Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required.
- IA Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required.
- IL Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required.
Requirements
- Graduate of accredited LPN program required
- Valid LPN license in the state(s) of practice including eligibility under an NLC multistate license required
- Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required
- One (1) year of previous CNA/PCT experience preferred
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale-English preferred
- Advanced De-escalation Training preferred
- IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training required
- IL Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training required
- IA Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training required
- IL Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training required
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee recognition program
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Pet insurance
- Daily Pay
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption assistance
Company overview
UnityPoint Health is a leading integrated non-profit health system serving communities across Iowa, western Illinois, and southern Wisconsin. As the nation's 13th largest nonprofit health system and fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health operates a comprehensive network of 18 regional hospitals, 17 community network hospitals, and over 400 clinics and healthcare facilities. The organization provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including primary care, specialty care, emergency services, surgical procedures, maternity care, cancer treatment, heart care, and home health services. Each year, UnityPoint Health serves nearly 8 million patient visits, performs approximately 100,000 surgeries, and delivers more than 20,000 babies. With more than 29,000 team members, the health system is recognized for its coordinated care approach, shared electronic medical record system, and commitment to making healthcare easier and more personal for patients. UnityPoint Health has been consistently recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for four consecutive years, reflecting its strong organizational culture and commitment to team member development.