Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN​/LVN in Bedford, IA

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) Location: Bedford About Aveanna We are one of the largest private duty nursing companies in the nation and growing. Aveanna fosters a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, encourages connection, and supports team members every step of the way. Award‑Winning Culture • Indeed’s Work Wellbeing Top 100 Company in 2024 • Best Company for Work‑Life Balance, Happiest Employees and Culture and Best CEO in 2024, as ranked by Comparably Benefits • Health, Dental, Vision and Company‑Paid Life Insurance • Paid Time Off Available • Flexible scheduling – full‑time, part‑time, or PRN. Days, nights, and weekend shifts; we will work with your availability! • 24/7 Local support from operators and clinicians • Aveanna has a tablet in each patient’s home allowing for electronic documentation • Career Pathing with opportunities for skill advancement • Weekly and/or Daily Pay • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% discount • Employee Relief Fund • Benefit eligibility can vary and is dependent upon employment status and employment location Position Overview The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with the developed care plan and physicians orders for each individual patient while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times. Essential Job Functions • Responsible for the delivery and coordination of quality patient care in compliance with physician orders. • Continuously observes and assesses patient condition and care needs and reports changes in condition to the supervisor and/or physician as appropriate. • Documents all activities, assessments, nursing actions, responses and coordination of care in a timely manner whenever care is delivered. • Participate, implement and update the nursing care plan. • Takes appropriate nursing action based on assessment and achieves expected outcomes. • Recognizes changes in patient needs and responses requiring intervention and implements care to prevent risk or reduce risk. • Accepts responsibility for personal and professional accountability by complying with Aveanna policies, state and federal regulations, accrediting bodies and the Nurse Practice Act. • Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient according to OSHA standards. • Educates the patient and family regarding the disease process, self‑care techniques, and prevention strategies, and in meeting the patient’s nursing needs. • Maintain knowledge of competencies related to the nursing profession by participating in educational programs, continued education units, internal learning management skills and skill evaluations. Qualifications • Must have and maintain an active, unencumbered license (LPN/LVN) in the state in which the clinician will practice. • Compact licenses must be transferred to your state of residence within 90 days. • Current CPR certification (with hands‑on component) – Aveanna can assist in obtaining this requirement after hire, if necessary. • TB skin test (current within last 12 months). • Six months prior hands‑on nursing experience preferred but not required. • Must have reliable transportation. Requirements • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. • Current, unrestricted state license as a Licensed Nurse in the state of practice. • Current CPR certification. • Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with nursing care and policies and procedures. Additional State Specific Requirements • South Carolina – One (1) year of pediatrics experience. • California – One (1) year of experience required working under current nursing license. • Louisiana – One (1) year of experience required working as a licensed nurse. • Continuing Education as required by state. Preferences • Six (6) months of recent experience as a Licensed Nurse in a clinical care setting. • Home health experience. Other Skills/Abilities • Attention to detail. • Time management. • Effective problem‑solving and conflict resolution. • Good organization and communication skills. Physical Requirements • Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English. • Must be able to travel. • Must be able to lift 50 pounds. • Must be able to…