Location: Dubuque, IA

Pay: Up to $1,500.00 / week (Gross)

Job Type: Full-time, Travel Contract

Shift: Days | 3x12-Hour Shifts (36 hours/week)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our resident-centered care team in Dubuque, IA. In this role, you will provide high-quality, continuous nursing care to long-term care and skilled nursing residents, helping them maintain their dignity, health, and quality of life.

If you are an adaptable nurse who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and enjoys the flexibility of a 3x12 day schedule, we would love to connect with you.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily resident physical assessments, monitor ongoing health status, and track responses to interventions.
• Safely administer prescribed medications, treatments, and routine care in compliance with state regulations and facility policies.
• Document accurate, timely clinical progress notes, vital signs, and condition changes in the facility Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses (RNs), attending physicians, therapists, and dietitians to carry out individualized care plans.
• Support activities of daily living (ADLs) and direct personal care when needed to ensure resident comfort and hygiene.
• Provide clear, compassionate education and updates to residents and their families regarding care plans, safety, and wellness.

Shift Details & Compensation

Gross Pay: $1,500.00 per week

Schedule: 3x12-Hour Day Shifts (e.g., 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM or 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM; schedule flexibility required)

Contract Length: Standard 13-week contract (with extension opportunities)

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Licensure: Active, unencumbered Iowa (IA) LPN license or valid Compact/eNLC multistate license.
• Certifications: Active BLS/CPR certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross. IV therapy certification is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum 1–3 years of clinical nursing experience in a Long-Term Care (LTC) or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting.
• Clinical Skills: Demonstrated expertise in geriatric care, chronic disease management, and standard EHR systems.
• Preferred: Prior travel nursing experience, strong interdisciplinary coordination, and family communication skills.