LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)

La Crosse County; West Salem (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages with annual step‑up

Shift & weekend differentials

Benefits‑eligible position

Supportive, team‑focused environment

Meaningful resident impact

Job summary

Lakeview Health Center & Assisted Living in Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide high‑quality resident care in a long‑term care setting under RN supervision. You will administer medications, support care planning, and help ensure a safe, respectful, person‑centered environment.

You will supervise Nursing Assistants, train staff, document changes, and participate in ongoing education to maintain care standards and resident rights.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in Wisconsin.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Long‑term care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medication administration and nursing standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate Nursing Assistant assignments.
• Must pass background check per Wisconsin Caregiver Law.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license if driving is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within the Nurse Practice Act.
• Administer medications and treatments under RN supervision.
• Assist with training and orientation of new staff.
• Observe, document, and report resident conditions and changes.
• Support development and implementation of individualized care plans.
• Assign and oversee work of Nursing Assistants.
• Prepare shift reports and communicate updates to supervisors.
• Maintain resident rights, confidentiality, and safety.
• Participate in required in‑service education.
• Promote person‑centered care and positive resident interactions.

Skills

LPN license

Strong communication

Teamwork

Supervise nursing assistants

Background check

Driver's license

Long‑term care experience

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Position Summary

Lakeview Health Center & Assisted Living is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide high‑quality resident care within our long‑term care setting. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the LPN delivers direct nursing care, supports care planning, and helps ensure a safe, respectful, and person‑centered environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within the Nurse Practice Act

• Administer medications and treatments under RN supervision

• Assist with training and orientation of new staff

• Observe, document, and report resident conditions and changes

• Support development and implementation of individualized care plans

• Assign and oversee work of Nursing Assistants

• Prepare shift reports and communicate updates to supervisors

• Maintain resident rights, confidentiality, and safety

• Participate in required in‑service education

• Promote person‑centered care and positive resident interactions

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, talking, and hearing

• Occasional bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting up to 60 lbs

• Ability to assist with resident transfers and mobility

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Wisconsin

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program

• Long‑term care experience preferred

• Knowledge of medication administration and nursing standards

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to supervise and coordinate Nursing Assistant assignments

• Must pass background check per Wisconsin Caregiver Law

• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license (if driving is required)

Why Join Lakeview?

• Competitive wages with annual step progression

• Shift and weekend differentials

• Benefits‑eligible position

• Supportive, team‑focused environment

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in resident lives