Compassionate LPN: Geriatric Care & Resident Advocate

HarborChase, LLC.; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HarborChase, LLC. is seeking a licensed LPN/LVN to provide direct, resident-centered nursing care under supervision of the Director of Resident Care. The role emphasizes adherence to state/federal regulations and HRA standards.

You will implement physician plans, document care, manage medications, and help ensure safe, high-quality health services within a long-term care setting. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited program for LPN/LVN and is currently licensed in the state.
• Must obtain required Continuing Education credits as required by the state.
• Training in Alzheimer and Dementia with focus on Validation Therapy.
• Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience in a health care facility.
• Experience in a long term care community and/or geriatric nursing facility preferred.
• Experience in emergency care and first-aid.
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Outlook software preferred.
• Able to make independent decisions
• Able to seek out new methods and willing to incorporate them into existing practices when applicable
• Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and safe delivery of health services to residents
• Implements plan of care formulated by physician and DRC
• Provides accurate and timely documentation of care given
• Assesses and provides resident and family/care giver information pertinent to diagnosis or plan of care
• Administers medication per physician orders. Documents properly on MAR. Observes for any adverse reaction and notifies physician accordingly
• Assembles resident charts, resident records and checks that all necessary forms are complete and accurate
• Prepares incident/accident reports for residents as needed per policy. Notifies physician and family post incident/accident per policy and documents appropriately
• Maintains safe and healthy working environment and uses safe work methods and procedures in accordance with clinical standards
• Assists resident in learning appropriate self-care activities
• Organizes and monitors associates and material resources necessary for meeting the needs of the residents under his/her care
• Recognizes emergencies and life‑threatening situations and initiates appropriate action(s)
• Maintains confidentiality and resident rights regarding all resident personal information
• Performs any other duties requested by supervisor
• The ability to work in a safe and alert manner
• The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents
• Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently.

Skills

Communication

Independent decisions

Safety awareness

Patient-focused care

Education

LPN/LVN license

Continuing Education credits

Alzheimer and Dementia training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

HarborChase, LLC. is seeking a licensed LPN/LVN to provide direct, resident-centered nursing care under supervision of the Director of Resident Care. The role emphasizes adherence to state/federal regulations and HRA standards.

You will implement physician plans, document care, manage medications, and help ensure safe, high-quality health services within a long-term care setting. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.