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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time - Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown, Iowa
Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time - Iowa Veterans Home
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time - Iowa Veterans Home
Salary
$50,252.80 - $76,336.00 Annually
Location
Marshalltown - 50158 - Marshall County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
24-02311
Agency
671 Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Home
Opening Date
01/10/2024
Closing Date
4/30/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-POST
Point of Contact
Kim-mee Schmitt 641-753-4543
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Job Description
Join our team now for a $3000 Recruitment payment for full time positions*
This position starts at $29.16 per hour!!
Flexible scheduling with extended shifts available
• 3 day work week working 14 or 16 hour shifts; working 1 out of 3 weekends
• 8-hours on evening shift (2 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.); working 1 out of 3 weekends
• 10-hours on night shift (8:15 p.m. - 6:15 a.m.); working 1 out of 3 weekends
• Weekend package shift options are available with retention payments up to $8,000. (Applicant must work a minimum of 32 hours every weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) will be paid a lump-sum of $8,000, paid out over 26 pay periods. Must work a total of 40 hours per week. Lodging and meals are available upon request.)*
The Iowa Veterans Home is a long-term care facility, located in Marshalltown, Iowa, with the mission of providing exceptional resident-centered care and the highest quality of life to Iowa’s Veterans and spouses.
We are seeking to hire dedicated, full-time LPNs to care for our residents. If you are a caring and compassionate LPN who is looking to join a great team please consider applying for one of our open positions.
As an LPN at the IVH, you will be the leader of a direct care team. You will be responsible to complete all licensed treatments for 30 residents on a care unit. You will complete follow up on acute changes with residents. Within your scope of practice, you will assess/evaluate any changes in resident condition and take necessary steps including contacting physician, adjusting plan of care, and monitoring resident status. You will be expected to provide leadership and act as role model for the care team members including Resident Aides, Certified Nursing Assistants, and Medication Aides.
*Recruitment and retention payment will be paid out over 26 pay periods
What we offer as a full time Iowa Veterans Home employee:
Team oriented, positive work environment
Opportunity for professional growth and development
Paid time off (sick leave and vacation) plus nine paid holidays per year
Medical and Dental Insurance Benefits:
Monthly optional Medical Insurance Premium (Iowa Choice*) for 2024:
Single: $61/mo = employee share; $818/mo = state share
Family: $205/mo = employee share; $1,854/mo = state share
- National Choice option also available
Monthly optional Dental Insurance Premium for 2024:
Single: Free
Family: $46
Optional flexible spending accounts for health and dental expenses, and dependent care
$20,000 basic life insurance at no cost
Exceptional retirement package: IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System)
Optional 401(a) Plan with employee contribution: The State makes match contributions into the employee’s selection of investments in a 401(a) employer match account. The match is $1 for every $1 contributed up to a $75 monthly maximum.
Lactation rooms throughout our campus
Wellness Program: Onsite fitness center available to staff 24/7 for only $36 per year
Annual flu vaccine is available free of charge to all staff
**All applicants are subject to a Criminal Background Check Dependent Adult Abuse and Child Abuse Check.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
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.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/LicensedPracticalNurse-02002-82002.pdf) .
Additional Qualification Requirements
More information regarding the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing is available at theNurse Licensure Compact (https://nursing.iowa.gov/practice/nurse-licensure-compact) .
Review the provisions of the statute that authorized the creation of the Nurse Licensure Compact atChapter 152E, Iowa Code (http://search.legis.state.ia.us/NXT/gateway.dll/2009code/1/4524/5637/5915) .
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We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
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671 Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Home
Address
1301 Summit St
Marshalltown, Iowa, 50158
Website
http://ivh.iowa.gov/
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