Licensed Practical Nurse Skilled Nursing

Ascension Living; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascension Living seeks an LPN for the Resurrection Village Life Center in Chicago, IL. The role involves evening, full-time shifts providing bedside care under RN or physician direction, performing basic assessments, and administering medications while monitoring safety and patient responses.

Responsibilities include data collection for RN review, addressing safety hazards, and guiding discharge education with families on post-care plans and resources.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required.
• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of job-specific experience.
• Professional licensure can be used in lieu of education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care and simple treatments under RN/physician direction.
• Collect patient data for RN review and address safety hazards or emergencies.
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Educate patients and families on post-care plans and resources upon discharge.

Skills

Bedside care

Assessment

Medication administration

Education

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN) license

High School equivalency

Job description

• Department: Skilled Nursing
• Schedule: Evening | Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Chicago, IL
• Facility: Resurrection Village Life Center
• Department: Skilled Nursing
• Schedule: Evening | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Direct Care & Labs: Provide bedside care, simple treatments, and routine tests under RN/physician direction.
• Assessment & Safety: Collect patient data for RN review and immediately address safety hazards or emergencies.
• Medication Management: Administer medications and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Discharge Education: Guide patients and families on post-care plans, holistic health, and follow-up resources.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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