Licensed Practical Nurse

Primrose-Retirement-Communities; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Primrose Retirement Communities is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide quality nursing care in our Illinois communities. You will follow physician orders, Primrose policies, and state regulations to meet residents’ needs and ensure their well-being.

The role requires an active nursing license in the state, CPR/First Aid certification, and experience in long-term care is preferred. Strong organizational skills and a team approach are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Active nursing license in Illinois (or applicable state).
• CPR and First Aid certification current and in good standing.
• Experience in long-term care or assisted living preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to prioritize tasks.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and related memory impairments is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care per physician orders and established policies and procedures.
• Ensure residents' needs are met in accordance with standards of practice and regulations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team in a person-centered approach to care.
• Support residents’ physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Teamwork

Time management

Memory care knowledge

Computer literacy

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Primrose Retirement Communities began over 30 years ago with a simple mission - to honor our seniors by offering a variety of healthy, happy lifestyle options.

By getting the right people on the team at all levels of the organization and by making work fun, we will create a culture where the best people will want to work, residents will want to live, and the core values of Accountability, Relentless Improvement, Embrace Change, Respect and Passion are embraced.

What we offer:

• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Various coverage levels for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

And best of all, you get to work with our amazing STAFF and RESIDENTS !

Primrose Retirement Communities is hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse to be responsible for providing quality nursing care within Primrose Retirement Communities, ensuring that residents’ needs are met in accordance with standards of practice through physician orders, Primrose policies and procedures, federal, state, and local regulations, and established nursing best practices. Through a collaborative and “person-centered” approach, the Staff Nurse enables each resident to attain or maintain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

What we're looking for:

• Current, active nursing license in the state the community is located in.
• Maintain CPR and First Aid Certification per state regulations.
• Meet annual continuing education hours required for nursing license if applicable.
• Experience in long-term care or assisted living environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of current state laws and regulations that apply to the practice of nursing as an RN/LPN/LVN in an assisted living setting.
• Has strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer’s Disease, other dementias and related memory impairments is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team.
• Basic knowledge of computer software and programs.

Opportunities for full-time or part-time.

Available shifts: days, evenings, or nights.

Nights (three 12-hour shifts)

Evenings (2pm-10:30pm or possibility for a 6pm-10pm)

Must be available to work every other weekend for either shift.