Licensed Practical Nurse

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care for residents in senior living settings. You will work closely with residents to support daily medical needs while maintaining comfort, dignity, and overall well-being.

Responsibilities include assessing health needs, administering medications, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license and ability to practice within applicable standards.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Reliable documentation skills and attention to safety.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ health needs and assist with daily nursing care.
• Administer medications and monitor responses according to established protocols.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to implement individual care plans.
• Document observations, care provided, and report changes in condition.
• Maintain a safe, supportive environment and uphold resident rights and dignity.

Skills

LPN license

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Documentation skills

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care for residents in senior living settings. Work closely with residents to support daily medical needs while maintaining comfort, dignity, and overall well-being.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care for residents in senior living settings. Work closely with residents to support daily medical needs while maintaining comfort, dignity, and overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ health needs and assist with daily nursing care.


• Administer medications and monitor responses according to established protocols.


• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to implement individualized care plans.


• Document observations, care provided, and report changes in condition.


• Maintain a safe, supportive environment and uphold resident rights and dignity.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current LPN license and ability to practice within applicable standards.


• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.


• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.


• Reliable documentation skills and attention to safety.