Description

LONG-TERM CARE NURSE RN or LPN

Reports to: Director of Nursing

Location: Heartland Care Center 

ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE: 6pm to 6am and every other weekend and holiday.

Competitive wage and benefits offered include: paid time off, health, dental and vision insurance, retirement program, funeral leave, jury duty, flex spending, EAP, health and wellness program.

POSITION SUMMARY:  As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Long Term Care Nurse provides direct nursing care to the residents and supervises the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility. 

Requirements

Education:

• Required:  Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse

License/Registration/Certification:

• Required:  Current Iowa RN or LPN license 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, required. 

• Highly developed problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to adapt to flexible work schedules and frequent interruptions. 

• Ability to prioritize to meet deadlines on daily work and special projects. 

• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Strong project management skills needed. 

• Ability to learn and use various community programs.

Join our team of committed and caring professionals.  The over 400 employees of Cherokee Regional provide seamless, quality care to our communities.  Enjoy competitive wage and benefits offered include: paid time off, health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, short term and long term disability, retirement program, tuition assistance,  flex spending, EAP, free Fitness Center membership, health and wellness program.