Licensed Practical Nurse

State of Iowa • Full-time • Fort Madison, Iowa 52627, United States • $51,750 - $78,624 / year • 1m ago

Are you a skilled and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) searching for a unique and rewarding career? The Iowa Department of Corrections invites you to bring your expertise and compassion to our maximum-security facility, where you'll receive a $1,500 sign-on bonus upon joining our team. Here, you’ll play a crucial role in delivering essential healthcare services that make a profound difference in the lives of our patients. Join a team of healthcare professionals in an environment that challenges and supports your growth, all while positively impacting a diverse and often underserved population.

Why Work With Us?

At the Iowa Department of Corrections, we value the essential role our LPNs play in providing comprehensive healthcare within a secure environment. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with Registered Nurses, medical practitioners, and a multidisciplinary team to address physical and mental health needs through assessments, clinical procedures, medication management, and health education. Each day, you’ll meet new challenges, develop your skills, and contribute to a collaborative healthcare team that supports patients and staff alike.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in patient and staff health appraisals and conduct health clinics.
Perform physical examinations, document patient visits, and assist in patient record management.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary health teams to address patient needs, including mental health interventions and medication administration.
Respond to medical emergencies alongside RNs, providing hands-on care and support.
Maintain and prepare medical supplies, assist with lab services (phlebotomy, EKGs), and support telemedicine and x-ray services.
Ensure proper medication administration, accountability, and documentation following institutional policies.

Ideal Candidate Qualities:

Adaptable, compassionate, and able to work effectively under pressure.
Strong communicator who collaborates well with other team members.
High attention to detail in patient care and documentation.
Professional and committed to continuing education and best practices in nursing.
Knowledgeable of safety protocols, mental health needs, and responsive in crisis situations.

What Sets Us Apart:

Professional Development: Work in an engaging, fast-paced environment that encourages your professional growth with learning and development opportunities.
Collaborative Team: Join a supportive team dedicated to high standards of patient care.
Unique Setting: Experience the rewarding challenges of correctional healthcare.

As a State of Iowa employee, you’ll also enjoy a competitive benefits package, including:

Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave with no limits on sick leave accrual.
Great Benefits: Excellent Health and Dental Insurance with a supplemental vison policy.
Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.
Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.

Ready to make an impact? Join the Iowa Department of Corrections and bring healthcare and hope to those in our care. Apply today to become part of a dedicated team that strives to make a meaningful difference every day.Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR STATE OF IOWA OR COMPACT STATE LICENSE NUMBER AND EXPIRATION DATE WITH YOUR APPLICATION

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

REMINDER: Compact license holders are required to obtain an Iowa license within 60 days.More information regarding the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing is available at the Nurse Licensure Compact

Review the provisions of the statute that authorized the creation of the Nurse Licensure Compact at Chapter 152E, Iowa Code.

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