Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Posting number: 26-02826

Department: 400 Health & Human Services - State Operated Specialty Care

Job classification: Licensed Practical Nurse

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Nursing, Human Services

Summary

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of State-Operated Specialty Care is seeking a committed Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the team at the Civil Commitment Unit for Sex Offenders (CCUSO) in Cherokee. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a structured, team-focused clinical environment.

Incentives

Pay increases are eligible after successfully completing the 6-month probationary period, and again every 12 months. On day one, you begin enjoying many of the state benefits! See below for more details.

Work Schedule – We have the following shifts to offer:
• PM shift: 1:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. – $0.90/hour shift differential
• Overnight shift: 9:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. or 10:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. - $1.00/hour shift differential

• You’ll work a rotating schedule that includes every third weekend. While the schedule is generally consistent, teamwork sometimes calls for flexibility beyond standard hours.

What You’ll Do
As an LPN at CCUSO, you will provide essential nursing care and therapeutic support to a specific high-risk population. Responsibilities include:

• Delivering acute and chronic nursing care
• Promoting health and preventing disease through patient education
• Participating in therapeutic treatment activities
• Providing psychological support, guidance, and reassurance
• Escorting patients as needed
• Accurately documenting patient behaviors, attitudes, and care activities
• Contributing to a safe, structured, and supportive treatment environment

What We’re Looking For
A compassionate, detail-oriented LPN who values teamwork, professionalism, and providing consistent, high-quality care.

Additional RequirementsAll applicants must complete a background check to be considered.

CCUSO provides a secure, long-term, and highly structured setting to treat sexual offenders who have served their prison terms, but, in a separate civil trial, have been found likely to reoffend. The facility provides state-of-the-art treatment to patients to lower their risk of re-offending and to release them from confinement as quickly as possible. There is a full range of diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitative services focused on addressing the conditions impacting a patient’s likelihood of re-offending. For more CCUSO info: https://hhs.iowa.gov/family-community/specialty-care-facilities/civil-commitment-unit-sexual-offenders

Benefits of Joining CCUSO

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
• Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation(96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).
• Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Emplo