Licensed Practical Nurse - Assisted Living and Memory Care

Rosaires Care; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosaires Care in Rockford, IL is seeking a Wellness Nurse to provide compassionate, resident-first nursing care in an assisted living and memory care setting. You will ensure residents' dignity, independence, and safety through daily care, medication management, and ongoing health assessments.

Join a dedicated team that supports a warm, home-like environment and promotes independence, while coordinating with families and physicians to develop individualized care plans.

Qualifications

• Valid registered nursing license and strong clinical judgment.
• Experience in senior-focused care, memory care preferred.
• Ability to manage medications safely and accurately.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Compassionate, patient approach with emphasis on dignity and safety.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage medications according to established protocols.
• Perform routine and as-needed health assessments and monitor changes.
• Respond promptly to health concerns and support next steps.
• Collaborate with caregivers, families, and physicians to implement individualized care plans.
• Maintain resident-centered documentation and communicate care updates.
• Support a warm, home-like environment and promote independence.

Skills

Nursing license

Clinical judgment

Senior-focused care

Medication management

Communication & teamwork

Job description

Wellness Nurse

Provide compassionate, resident-first nursing care in an assisted living and memory care setting. Ensure residents’ dignity, independence, and safety through daily care, medication management, and ongoing health assessments.

• Administer and manage medications according to established protocols
• Perform routine and as-needed health assessments and monitor changes in condition
• Respond promptly to health concerns and support appropriate next steps
• Collaborate with caregivers, families, and physicians to implement individualized care plans
• Maintain resident-centered documentation and communicate care updates
• Support a warm, home-like environment and promote independence

Wellness Nurse

Provide compassionate, resident-first nursing care in an assisted living and memory care setting. Ensure residents’ dignity, independence, and safety through daily care, medication management, and ongoing health assessments.

• Administer and manage medications according to established protocols
• Perform routine and as-needed health assessments and monitor changes in condition
• Respond promptly to health concerns and support appropriate next steps
• Collaborate with caregivers, families, and physicians to implement individualized care plans
• Maintain resident-centered documentation and communicate care updates
• Support a warm, home-like environment and promote independence

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid nursing license and strong clinical judgment
• Experience in senior-focused care, including memory care support (preferred)
• Ability to manage medications safely and accurately
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Compassionate, patient approach with a commitment to dignity and safety