Licensed Practical Nurse

OAKDALE CARE CENTER SNF; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Helia Healthcare, LLC in Missouri is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide compassionate nursing care to residents in a supportive team environment.

You will administer medications, monitor residents, document changes, and guide CNAs to ensure safe, high quality care. A positive attitude and teamwork are highly valued. This role requires a valid LPN license and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen; prior long-term care experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Current, valid LPN license.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on nursing care under supervision of RN to residents.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Observe, document, and communicate resident changes.
• Assign and support CNA duties to keep shifts running smoothly.
• Be part of a team that supports residents and coworkers.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

LPN license

Job description

Description

Let’s be honest — nursing is hard work. But who says it can’t also be a place where you feel appreciated, supported, and maybe even laugh a little?

At Helia Healthcare, we’re not just a skilled nursing facility. We’re HOME. That means our residents are treated like family, our staff is backed by a team that actually has their back, and no one is just "a number on the schedule".

We’re looking for Licensed Practical Nurses who care deeply, show up with a positive attitude, and enjoy being part of a team that works hard and has fun doing it. If you love taking care of people and want to enjoy where you work, keep reading.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an LPN at Helia, you’ll provide practical nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse while helping ensure our residents receive safe, compassionate, high-quality care. You’ll also help guide CNAs, because great care takes a great team.

Provide hands‑on nursing care that meets resident needs

Administer medications and treatments as ordered

Observe, document, and communicate resident changes

Assign and support CNA duties to keep the shift running smoothly

Be part of a team that shows up for each other and our residents

Requirements

What We Need From You

A current, valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Long‑term care, acute care, or geriatric experience (a plus, not a deal-breaker)

Supervisory experience preferred

Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

Why Helia?

Because here, you’re noticed. Your hard work is appreciated. Your voice matters. And yes — we believe a positive culture makes all the difference for our residents and our staff.

The Fine Print (Still Important!):

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check and drug screen. We want to keep our residents safe, happy, and in good hands—you’re part of that promise.

Helia Healthcare, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We’re committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better we can serve our community.