Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Posting: Licensed Practical Nurse at Iowa Veterans HomeAt the Iowa Veterans Home, care is more than a job—it's a mission. As Iowa's only veterans home and one of the largest in the nation, we're proud to serve 399 veterans and spouses with dignity, compassion, and community. Join us in making IVH a place where those who served truly feel at home. Starting pay: $30.38/hour Why Join Us? At the Iowa Veterans Home (IVH) in Marshalltown, we are more than a workplace—we are a mission. Every day, our team provides exceptional resident-centered care to Iowa's Veterans and their spouses. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will play a vital role in honoring their service by ensuring they receive the highest quality of life and compassionate care. Flexible scheduling with extended shifts available • 14-hours shifts 6 a.m.- 8:30 p.m.; working 1 out of 3 weekends • 10-hours on evening shift (12 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.); working 1 out of 3 weekends • Weekend package shifts 6 a.m.-8:30 p.m. 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. What You'll Do: As a LPN at IVH, you will serve as the leader of a direct care team:Provide and oversee licensed treatments for up to 30 residents.Assess and evaluate resident conditions, take appropriate action, and adjust care plans.Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure the best outcomes.Lead and mentor Resident Aides, CNAs, and Medication Aides.Respond to acute changes in residents with professionalism, skill, and compassion.What we offer as a full time Iowa Veterans Home employee:Team oriented, positive work environmentOpportunity for professional growth and developmentPaid time off (sick leave and vacation) plus nine paid holidays per yearMedical and Dental Insurance BenefitsOptional flexible spending accounts for health and dental expenses, and dependent care$20,000 basic life insurance at no costExceptional 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 campusWellness Program: Onsite fitness center available to staff 24/7 for only $36 per yearAll applicants are subject to a Criminal Background Check Dependent Adult Abuse and Child Abuse Check. E-Verify and Right to Work The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit