Deliver a full range of nursing care for children and teens within a comprehensive rehabilitation program. Maintain accurate medical records and provide oversight and training to LPNs and paraprofessionals.
As a nurse at ChildServe, you will join a team of caring professionals in Iowa's only compressive rehabilitation program designed exclusively for children and teens. Our intensive medical and nursing services support children with a variety of conditions from birth to 21 years of age.
Schedule PRN as needed 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 RN/LPN in Iowa.
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 requires a seasonal COVID vaccination or approved exemption.
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Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailing Careers@childserve.org.
ChildServe has earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014.
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We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great We’re not your average non-profit.
We serve 5800 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids areas.
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As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we’re proud to help many team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.
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ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Must hold a current valid RN or LPN license in Iowa and an active BLS certification from AHA or American Red Cross. Requires the ability to communicate effectively in English and the physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Market context
In Iowa, nursing roles often stay competitive because healthcare employers need candidates who are already in an accredited RN program and hold required certifications such as BLS for Healthcare Providers and Mandatory Reporter training. This role may appeal to applicants seeking a monthly stipend plus licensure and board fee reimbursement. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; confirm your enrollment status, certifications, and training before applying.
