Licensed Practical Nurse

ASPYRE of Waukegan; City of Long Beach (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

On-Demand Pay Option

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

ASPYRE Healthcare in Long Beach, NY seeks a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide total nursing care to residents, supervise team members, and ensure compliance with facility standards. The role emphasizes compassionate care, collaboration with the healthcare team, and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities include administering medications, developing care plans with the team, educating residents and families, and acting as a charge nurse when needed.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing education program.
• Active LPN license (Illinois).
• No prior abuse convictions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow policies, maintain safety, and deliver empathetic care.
• Must be able to work with diverse resident populations, including elderly and mentally ill individuals.
• Must be physically able to perform nursing duties with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Provide total nursing care to residents on the assigned unit during the shift as an LPN.
• Participate in developing and implementing individualized care plans alongside the healthcare team.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and evaluate effectiveness regularly.
• Maintain an environment that promotes residents' physical, social, and psychological well-being.
• Educate residents and families on care plans and medical procedures.
• Monitor team member performance and assist with development, evaluation, and corrective action if needed.
• Delegate and ensure completion of assigned nursing tasks to team members.
• Stay current with facility policies, procedures, and ongoing nursing education.
• Recognize and act on significant changes in resident conditions.
• Document care, responses, and relevant information per facility guidelines.
• Act as a charge nurse: answer questions, resolve issues, and support resident care decisions.
• Follow all facility safety policies and procedures

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Policy adherence

Empathetic care

Safety awareness

Physically capable

Education

Nursing diploma or degree

LPN license (Illinois)

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse

ASPYRE Healthcare is looking for a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our compassionate care team at our skilled nursing facility. As a valued Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will play a critical role in providing total nursing care to residents while supervising team members and ensuring compliance with facility standards. This is your opportunity to work in a supportive environment that encourages professional development and prioritizes high-quality resident care.

We recognize that our services would not be possible without our amazing Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to help support your career growth and personal well-being as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Life Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Accident Insurance

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

• On-Demand Pay Option

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide total nursing care to residents on the assigned unit during the shift as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Participate in developing and implementing individualized care plans alongside the healthcare team

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and evaluate effectiveness regularly

• Maintain an environment that promotes residents' physical, social, and psychological well-being

• Educate residents and families on care plans and medical procedures

• Monitor team member performance and assist with development, evaluation, and corrective action if needed

• Delegate and ensure completion of assigned nursing tasks to team members

• Stay current with facility policies, procedures, and ongoing nursing education

• Recognize and act on significant changes in resident conditions

• Document care, responses, and relevant information per facility guidelines

• Act as a charge nurse: answer questions, resolve issues, and support resident care decisions

• Follow all facility safety policies and procedures

Skills and Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing education program

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Illinois

• No prior abuse convictions

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to follow policies, maintain safety, and deliver empathetic care

• Must be able to work with diverse resident populations, including elderly and mentally ill individuals

• Must be physically able to perform nursing duties with or without accommodations