Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care (Day Shifts)

This is a travel contract position for a Licensed Practical Nurse in a long-term care skilled nursing facility in Buffalo Center, Iowa. You will provide person-centered care to residents, administer medications and treatments, monitor vital signs, and manage chronic conditions in a collaborative nursing environment. This role offers flexible day shifts with consistent scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and monitor resident responses, documenting in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Perform routine wound care, dressing changes, and treatments according to established care plans
• Assess changes in resident conditions and communicate promptly with physicians, RNs, and family members
• Collaborate with certified nursing assistants and therapists to support daily living activities and rehabilitation programs
• Maintain strict safety protocols and ensure precise clinical documentation

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program
• Active Iowa LPN license or valid compact/multistate LPN license
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Minimum one year of experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facilities
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel nursing experience
• Background in specialized wound care or palliative care principles

Schedule and Compensation

• Day shift with flexible scheduling
• Full-time, contract, travel position
• Weekly pay: $1,440.13

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay package
• Consistent day shift schedule
• Supportive team environment and streamlined onboarding
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (available the 1st of the month after hire date)
• 401(k) available on day one
• $25,000 life and accidental death insurance on day one
• Accident and critical illness insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)