Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Assisted Living

Senior Lifestyle Corporation; Blue Island (IL); On-site; USD 40,914 - 58,272; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle Corporation seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its Prairie Green at Fays Point community. This full-time position includes providing essential nursing services and medication administration to residents in compliance with all regulations. Candidates must hold a valid LPN license, have over one year of experience in senior care, and possess CPR certification. The role focuses on enhancing the quality of life for residents while ensuring their health needs are met. Competitive hourly compensation starts from USD 36, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have a Licensed Practical Nurse’s License current in the state where practicing.
• 1+ years of experience in senior care or related field.
• Acceptable proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for medication administration for residents.
• May manage admissions and assessments for new residents.
• Complete acute and long-term care plans.

Skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Basic computer skills

CPR Certified

High tolerance for working under pressure

Education

Training from an accredited nursing program

General nursing

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Assisted Living

• Full-time
• Community Name: Prairie Green at Fays Point
• Compensation: from USD 36 - hourly

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. This position is responsible for providing licensed nursing services to residents, following the guidelines provided by Senior Lifestyle Corporation.

Pay Rate: $36.00

Responsibilities

• Responsible for medication administration for the residents in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines.
• May be responsible for the admissions of new residents to include all admission assessments and documentation.
• Responsible for completing acute and long-term care plans or service plans.
• May be responsible for clinical system tracking (i.e. wounds or infection control) under the direction of the director.
• Provide general consultation regarding health-related concerns within the community.
• Notify physicians and/or family members of any change in resident’s health and provides proper documentation.
• Respond quickly to all emergencies.
• Maintain close communication with all departments and staff members.
• Provide educational meetings for residents and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents’ and prospective residents’ information.
• May be responsible for discharges, assessments, and clinical documentation as needed.

Requirements

• Level of Formal Education: Training from an accredited licenses or vocational nursing program
• Area of Study: General nursing
• Years of Experience: 1+ years
• Type of Experience: Senior care or related field
• Special Certifications: Must have a Licensed Practical Nurse’s License current in the state in which they are practicing. Also, needs to be CPR Certified
• Language Skills: Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations.
• Technical Competencies: Basic computer skills
• Skills and Ability: Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively.
• Personal Attributes: high tolerance for working under pressure and handling critical situations in a calm and professional manner

Benefits

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.