LPN - Weekdays Overnight Nurse - Pediatric Long Term Care

$10,000 hiring bonus! As a nurse at ChildServe, you will join a team of caring professionals with a mission of providing needed services to children and young adults. At ChildServe, we know specialty healthcare and we know kids, which means our staff get to enjoy being kids themselves to help those we serve live a GREAT life. Our ratios average 1:6 with structured support from CNAs, CMAs, Respiratory Therapists, and other direct care staff.

ChildServe’s Pediatric Complex Medical program is Iowa’s only pediatric long-term care program for children with complex medical needs. Our team of nurses, therapists, and other experts provide 24-7 residential skilled nursing care in a family-focused environment. We care for children who are unable to live at home due to their complex medical needs. Our intensive medical and nursing services support children with a variety of conditions. Along with expert medical care, we provide onsite therapy and medical equipment support to help each child live a full life.

A Day in the Life: ChildServe Nurses - ChildServe

ChildServe was once again named a Top Workplace by the Des Moines Register, earning the #7 spot in the Large Company category for 2022.

The Top Workplace award is based on feedback from employees about their engagement at work. The program recognizes outstanding employers on the regional and national level.

“It is truly an honor for ChildServe to be recognized as a Top Workplace in Iowa for the ninth consecutive year. This is a testament to our team members across the state who go above and beyond every day to fulfill our mission,” said Dr. Teri Wahlig, ChildServe CEO.

“In fact, we often hear when families, guests and community members come through our doors, we have something so magical at ChildServe you can feel it. While some may say it’s our breadth of services for children of all ages and abilities, we know it’s a combination of the children and families we serve, our skilled team members who believe in the spirit of every child, and our commitment to partner with those families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.”

Schedule
6:00pm - 6:30am, three days per week, and every other weekend

Base wages starting at $21.35 for LPNs, plus overnight differential

What You'll Do

• Within the nursing scope of practice, physician’s orders, and the patient’s care plan, make decisions and deliver a full range of nursing care based on the fundamentals of the nursing process.
• Maintain accurate, completed, and timely records as defined by nursing standards of practice and ChildServe policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively, respectfully, and professionally with patients, physicians, families, school personnel, ChildServe staff, and others to assure assigned child’s care needs are assessed, communicated, and met. 
• Provide oversight of the care delivered by Licensed Practical Nurses and paraprofessionals.
• Provide training to children, families, and staff as needed to help advance the skills and knowledge of all people associated with a child’s care delivery.
• Demonstrate good stewardship of ChildServe equipment, supplies, and environment.
• Complete other duties as assigned

What You'll Need

• Current valid license as a LPN in Iowa.
• 1 year experience required.
• Active BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing and speaking the English language
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
• This position is subject to CMS COVID-19 vaccination guidelines.

Benefits
This role is full-time and eligible for health benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time-off, and a 403b retirement account. PTO starts accruing immediately!

Ready to leave work every day knowing you’ve made a difference for kids and families? Let’s move Forward Together - apply today!

ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.