LPN

Discovery Senior Living; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Earned wage access

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Uniforms

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Melbourne, FL. You will provide hands-on nursing care to residents, following individualized care plans and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote safety and well-being.

Required is an active LPN license with at least two years of nursing experience, preferably in assisted living or long-term care. Proficiency in electronic documentation is expected, with ability to work nights or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in good standing.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience.
• Experience in assisted living, long-term care, or skilled nursing preferred.
• Proficient with electronic documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care per individualized care plans.
• Monitor residents' physical and psychosocial status.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Coordinate care with physicians, families, and other providers.
• Support health promotion and wellness initiatives.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation.
• Assist with care planning and evaluations.
• Collaborate with caregivers and leadership to maintain high-quality care.

Skills

LPN license

Two years experience

Clinical judgement

Communication

Multitasking

Patient safety

Education

LPN/RN license

Tools

Electronic documentation

Basic computer skills

Job description

About Discovery ManagementGroup

Discovery Management Group leads one of the nation’s most purpose-driven and people-centered senior living organizations, managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on operational excellence, lifestyle personalization, and culture-driven leadership, we proudly serve residents and families with more than 15,000 units nationwide and growing. As part of one of the largest senior living families in the U.S., our communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2026. At Discovery Management Group, purpose guides our work, culture fuels our success, and growth defines our future. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every team member has the tools to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

Discover You Purpose with us at Discovery Village Melbourne

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors by providing compassionate, high-quality nursing care while supporting resident safety, dignity, and well‑being every single day.

Your Role

As the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you provide hands‑on nursing care in accordance with each resident’s individualized care plan. You support comprehensive health and psychosocial needs, monitor changes in condition, coordinate services, and collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team members to promote optimal resident outcomes in a community setting.

Position Highlights

• Status: FULL TIME / PART TIME / PRN

What You’ll Do

• Provide nursing care to residents in accordance with established care plans, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of residents’ physical and psychosocial status and monitor for changes in condition.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and document appropriately.
• Coordinate and communicate resident care needs with physicians, families, pharmacies, and other care providers.
• Support health promotion, disease prevention, and wellness initiatives within the community.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Assist with care planning, service plan updates, and resident evaluations as required.
• Collaborate with caregivers, wellness team members, and leadership to ensure consistent, high‑quality care delivery.
• Respond to resident concerns, incidents, and emergencies using sound clinical judgment.
• Support training and guidance for care staff as appropriate.
• Ensure the community adheres to applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to resident care and services.
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives, audits, and compliance activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, or a Professional Registered Nurse as per state regulations
• Minimum of two (2) years of Licensed Nurse experience required.
• Experience in assisted living, long‑term care, or a skilled nursing environment preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Effective organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and delegate appropriately.
• Demonstrated commitment to seniors and person‑centered care.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and flexible schedules as required by the community.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and basic computer applications.
• Ability to respond to medical emergencies.
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.
• Ability to lift or assist residents as required by care plans.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

• Competitive wages
• Early access to earned wages before payday!
• Flexible scheduling options with full‑time and part‑time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full‑time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full‑time)
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid training
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Company provided uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

Why Join Us

Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2026! Alarge part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. It’s just as important to us that the environment and culture for our team members are constantly refreshed. In addition, embracing and even encouraging change brings a never‑ending supply of new energy to our business and our culture. That energy translates to other far‑reaching positive impacts on our residents as well as our team members.

Find out what makes working at Discovery unique in the world of senior living. Discover Your Purpose!

Our Culture & Values

Sooften, what brings people together is deeply rooted in who we are and what we stand for. And at Discovery Senior Living, we’re unified by certain, core values, which we call our “Pillars of Excellence.” They make up the fabric of our company, and include TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, COMPASSION, HARD WORK and CREATIVITY.

Individually, they are our virtues, and together, they make up a roadmap which helps us foster innovation and success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

JOB CODE: 1009673