Licensed Practical Nurse

FAIRHAVEN CHRISTIAN RETIREMENT CENTER; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift premiums

Paid time off

Birthday paid day off

403(b) retirement plan

Discounted meals for staff

Health, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center in Rockford, IL is seeking an LPN to join our geriatric care team. You will administer medications, monitor residents, and collaborate with a compassionate team to ensure safety and comfort for our residents.

We offer shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts, a generous PTO plan, holidays, and a 403(b) retirement plan with company match. Join a faith-based community that values work-life balance and thorough patient care.

Qualifications

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Illinois.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• New grads with a passion for senior care are welcome!
• A genuine love for the geriatric population and comfort in a faith-based retirement community.
• Ability to manage the physical workflows of a nursing shift, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications, monitor clinical changes, perform prescribed treatments, and provide focused wound care.
• Mentor and guide nursing assistants while advocating for resident dignity and safety.
• Participate in shift-to-shift reports to ensure vital health data is passed on accurately.
• Maintain streamlined Electronics Health Records (EHR) in compliance with facility standards.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

Stamina / physical endurance

Geriatric patient care

Education

Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

Tools

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Geriatric Care Facility

• Facility: Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center
• Location: Rockford, IL
• Pay Range: $26.65- $29.25 / hour (Based on experience + generous shift differentials)
• Shifts Available: 1st (6:30 AM-3 PM) | 2nd (2:30 PM-11 PM) | 3rd (10:30 PM-7 AM)
• Status: Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN (Enjoy flexible scheduling)

Why Your Career Will Thrive at Fairhaven For over 55 years, Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center has been a trusted cornerstone of the Rockford community. We operate on a simple principle: we serve our residents with the utmost dignity and respect—and we care for our nursing staff in the exact same way. If you are tired of feeling like a number and want a supportive, family-like environment with an open-door leadership culture that genuinely protects your work-life balance, we want to welcome you home.

What We Offer (Your Benefits & Perks):

• Competitive Pay: $26.65 - $29.25/hr base wage.
• Shift Premiums: Additional hourly pay for 2nd and 3rd shifts, plus extra shift-pickup incentives.
• True Work-Life Balance: Predictable, consistent schedules.
• Generous Time Off: Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) plan, 7 Paid Holidays, plus a paid day off for your birthday!
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan with company match options.
• Daily Perks: Enjoy heavily reduced-price employee lunches made fresh daily.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision packages for full-time staff.

How You Will Make an Impact: As an LPN on our team, you will blend clinical skill with heartfelt compassion. You will directly enrich the lives of our geriatric residents, working within a supportive team environment to ensure our residents feel safe, comfortable, and respected.

• Resident Care: Administer medications, monitor clinical changes, perform prescribed treatments, and provide focused wound care.
• Clinical Leadership: Mentor and guide nursing assistants while advocating for resident dignity and safety.
• Seamless Collaboration: Participate in smooth shift-to-shift reports to ensure vital health data is passed on accurately.
• Documentation: Maintain streamlined, easy-to-use Electronic Health Records (EHR) in compliance with facility standards.

What We Are Looking For:

• Licensure: Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Illinois.
• Certification: Valid CPR/BLS certification.
• Background: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program. New grads with a passion for senior care are welcome!
• Values: A genuine love for the geriatric population and comfort working in a supportive, faith-based retirement community.
• Stamina: Ability to manage the physical workflows of a standard nursing shift, including lifting up to 50 lbs.