Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Lark Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, and life

PTO and holiday pay

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Eagle Senior Living in Colorado Springs is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve as a primary provider of resident care in our Assisted Living or Memory Care community. This role reports to the Director of Health & Wellness.

You will administer medications, perform resident assessments, and document care while following state standards and facility policies. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, PTO, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• LPN license required
• Current CPR certification required
• At least 2 years of related work experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medical records management

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care and follow individualized plans
• Administer medications per standards and documentation
• Perform resident assessments as required
• Observe residents and report changes to supervisor
• Document observations and daily care by end of shift
• Complete and maintain care plans; attend interdisciplinary meetings
• Check and record vitals, weights, and glucose as assigned
• Assist with supervision and training of direct care staff
• Support fall prevention and restraint-free environment

Skills

CPR certification

Medical terminology

Observation skills

Documentation

Education

LPN license

Job description

About Us

At Eagle Senior Living, we believe meaningful relationships are what make a life well-lived. Since 2002, our communities have offered independent living, assisted living, and memory care built around close, family-like bonds between residents and associates.

We're hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve as a primary provider of resident care in our Assisted Living or Memory Care community. This role reports to the Director of Health & Wellness.

What You'll Do

• Provide direct resident care services and follow each resident's individualized plan of care
• Administer medications following standards of practice, state regulations, and required documentation
• Perform resident assessments as required by state standards and facility policy
• Observe residents for changes in condition and report immediately to the supervisor or Department Director
• Document observations, communications, and daily care by the end of each shift
• Complete and maintain individualized care plans; attend interdisciplinary care meetings
• Check and record vital signs, weights, and blood sugars as assigned
• Assist with supervision, coaching, and training of direct care staff
• Support fall prevention and a restraint-free environment

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• Licensed Practical Nurse license in applicable state required
• Current CPR certification required
• At least 2 years of related work experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medical records management, and clinical/diagnostic procedures

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, reach, turn, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, and perform fine manipulation throughout the workday
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted and to carry, transfer, push, pull, and reposition residents with assistance or equipment
• Normal or corrected vision and hearing, including color recognition

Working Environment

• Work is performed in a well-lit, well-ventilated community setting, with occasional exposure to dust, fumes, odors, water, and noise
• Occasional outdoor exposure to weather and temperature changes
• Frequent interruptions and interaction with residents who may be emotionally distressed
• Flexibility to work beyond normal hours, on weekends, or in other roles as needed

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Additional Information

This job description is intended to convey general information about the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, skills, or working conditions. The Company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the position, or to require additional or different tasks, at any time. Associates may be required to work overtime, different shifts, or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek. This position may include access to Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined under HIPAA; associates with such access will receive training on HIPAA requirements and the Company's health information policies. Associates who violate HIPAA requirements are subject to discipline, up to and including termination. This position description does not constitute a contract of employment and does not alter an associate's at-will employment status.

Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, valid reference checks, a pre-employment drug test, a physical, and proof of employment eligibility. Eagle Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.