LPN | Licensed Practical Nurse | Clinic/Community | PACE Program | PRN

Midland Care Connection Inc; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan

On-site education center

CEU credits

Free EAP for employees and dependents

Uniform Allowance

Job summary

Midland Care Connection seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to join its PACE program, delivering direct nursing care in clinics and participants’ homes across the community. You will work under the interdisciplinary team to support aging adults, manage medications, and implement care plans that promote independence.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, documentation in EMR, and collaboration with providers to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Current, unrestricted LPN license in Kansas.
• CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Experience with EMR and home-based nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in PACE centers and patients' homes.
• Administer medications and treatments, monitor status.
• Document care and communicate changes to the team.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate services.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

LPN license

CPR/BLS

Tools

EMR software

Mobile documentation

Basic computer skills

Job description

Midland Care ConnectionMidland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, it offers a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and its signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on \"meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions,\" and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas.PACE ProgramThe PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program is designed to help older adults remain safely in their homes rather than entering nursing facilities. It provides complete medical care, rehabilitation, medications, transportation, social services, and supportive therapies—all coordinated by an interdisciplinary care team. Participants receive personalized care plans tailored to their unique needs, along with access to a PACE center for social activities, meals, and clinical services. By integrating medical and supportive care under one program, PACE helps seniors maintain independence, improve quality of life, and continue living in their communities with dignity.Licensed Practical Nurse | Community & ClinicIn the clinic, the LPN provides direct nursing support to help participants receive high-quality, coordinated care in the PACE center. Working under the direction of a registered nurse or provider and as part of the interdisciplinary team, the Clinic LPN assists with routine clinical care, administers medications and treatments, monitors participants' health status, documents care, and communicates changes in condition to the appropriate team members. This role also supports clinic operations by preparing participants for appointments, maintaining accurate medical records, reinforcing education provided by the care team, and helping ensure a safe, welcoming environment that promotes each participant's health, comfort, and independence.In the community, the LPN provides compassionate, hands-on nursing care to participants in their homes and throughout the community under the direction of a registered nurse. As part of the interdisciplinary care team, the Community LPN administers medications and treatments, performs routine nursing visits, monitors participants' health status, reports changes in condition, and reinforces individualized care plans. This role also educates participants and caregivers, supports chronic disease management, documents care accurately, and helps coordinate services to promote participant safety, independence, and quality of life while reducing avoidable hospitalizations.RequiredGraduate of an accredited Practical Nursing (LPN) programCurrent, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of KansasCurrent CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hireValid driver's license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record for travel throughout the communityMinimum of one (1) year of nursing experience, preferably working with older adults or individuals with chronic or complex medical conditionsKnowledge of basic nursing principles, medication administration, infection prevention, and chronic disease managementStrong assessment, observation, and communication skills with the ability to recognize and report changes in participant conditionAbility to work independently in participants' homes while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary teamProficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and basic computer applicationsAbility to safely lift, transfer, and assist participants as neededPreferredTwo or more years of experience in home health, hospice, geriatrics, long-term care, PACE, or community-based nursingExperience caring for frail older adults with multiple chronic conditionsKnowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and PACE regulations and standardsExperience with care coordination and interdisciplinary team collaborationExperience using electronic health record systems and mobile documentation toolsDemonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with participants, caregivers, and community partnersWhat’s in it for you?403(b) ERISA Retirement PlanOn-site education center to provide professional development and CEU creditsFree Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependentsUniform Allowance ProgramAppy Today!If you're a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse who is passionate about providing exceptional care to older adults, we'd love to have you join our PACE team. At Midland Care, you'll build meaningful relationships with participants, collaborate with a dedicated interdisciplinary team, and make a lasting impact on the health, independence, and quality of life of those you serve every day. Apply today and become part of a mission-driven organization that's transforming the way seniors experience care.Midland Care Connection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.