Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Aspire Senior Living; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage rates

Up to $4/hour shift differential

401(k) & company match

Paid time off and holidays

Maternity leave

Medical, dental & vision, life-insur.

Advancement opportunities

Employee perks

Job summary

Aspire Senior Living in Joplin, MO is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our nursing team. You will provide direct care, assist with medications, monitor residents, and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to promote health, safety, and dignity of our residents.

We offer part-time weekend shifts, full-time day options, and a $4,000 sign-on bonus along with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a resident-centered care environment.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted LPN license in Missouri.
• Graduate of an approved practical nursing program.
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehab, or geriatric settings preferred.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, infection prevention, and resident-care practices.
• Wound-care experience preferred.
• Strong observation, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Resident care and nursing assessment.
• Medication and treatment administration.
• Wound care and clinical procedures.
• Documentation and communication.
• Safety, infection prevention and compliance.
• Clinical leadership and teamwork.

Skills

Nursing care

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Communication

Infection prevention

Teamwork

Education

Practical nursing program graduate

LPN license (Missouri)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

12hrs +Rotating Weekends

Part-Time Weekends

Full-Time Day

$4,000 Full-Time Sign-on Bonus!

Employee Referral Bonus available!

At Aspire Senior Living, our mission is to transform lives through Accountability, Service, Purpose, Integrity, Responsibility, and Excellence. With an unwavering commitment to our residents and an employee-focused approach, we create a brighter future for our communities and empower our team to deliver exceptional care and support.

Position Overview

Aspire Senior Living is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and clinically skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our nursing team.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care and clinical support while helping promote the health, safety, comfort, dignity, and overall well-being of our residents. Working alongside RNs, CNAs, CMTs, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays an important role in medication administration, treatments, resident monitoring, documentation, and care coordination.

We're looking for an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who combines strong nursing skills with a genuine desire to build relationships and make a difference in the lives of older adults.

What You'll Do

• Resident Care & Nursing Assessment
• Medication & Treatment Administration
• Wound Care & Clinical Procedures
• Resident & Family Support
• Clinical Leadership & Teamwork
• Documentation & Communication
• Safety, Infection Prevention & Compliance

What We're Looking For

• Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Missouri.
• Graduate of an approved practical nursing program.
• Previous experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, senior living, or geriatric nursing preferred.
• New graduate LPNs may be considered based on community needs and applicable requirements.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, treatments, infection prevention, and resident-care practices.
• Wound-care experience preferred.
• Strong clinical observation, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to recognize and appropriately report changes in resident condition.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) preferred.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and manage time effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented approach to nursing.
• Genuine interest in caring for older adults and residents with complex healthcare needs.
• Commitment to resident rights, safety, dignity, privacy, and person-centered care.

Benefits

• Competitive Wage Rates
• Increased Nursing Shift Differential - Up to $4/hour (eligible nursing positions)
• Advanced Pay (hourly employees)
• 401(k) & Company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay
• New Paid Maternity Leave
• Medical, Dental & Vision, Life Insurance + more
• Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Aspire Senior Living Employee Perks

Make Your Nursing Career Meaningful

At Aspire Senior Living Joplin, our LPNs do more than administer medications and provide treatments. They build relationships, notice the small changes that matter, support families, guide caregivers, and help residents feel safe, respected, and cared for.

If you're ready to use your nursing skills somewhere your work can make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to meet you at Aspire Senior Living Joplin!