LPN Medication Nurse - Impactful Senior Care, Flexible Pay

Sunrise Senior Living; Illinois; On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

MyFlexPay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking an LPN Medication Nurse to provide licensed nursing support, safely administering medications per physician orders and documenting in MAR/TAR in real time. You will monitor residents, report changes, and support care plan updates, with a focus on accuracy and safety for seniors.

The role requires an active LPN license, CPR/First Aid, and strong assessment skills. Experience in senior care or medication administration is preferred, with comprehensive benefits and

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in good standing.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Strong assessment and documentation skills.
• Experience in senior care or medication administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders
• Follow the Six Rights of Medication Administration
• Document in MAR/TAR accurately and in real time
• Monitor symptoms and administer medications as ordered for symptom relief
• Report refusals or adverse reactions promptly
• Conduct Service & Health Updates (SHUs)
• Transcribe physician orders and support care plan updates
• Observe and report physical, emotional, or cognitive changes
• Maintain medication carts, complete narcotic counts, and uphold compliance standards

Skills

LPN license

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Documentation skills

Assessment skills

Senior care experience

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking an LPN Medication Nurse to provide licensed nursing support, safely administering medications per physician orders and documenting in MAR/TAR in real time. You will monitor residents, report changes, and support care plan updates, with a focus on accuracy and safety for seniors.

The role requires an active LPN license, CPR/First Aid, and strong assessment skills. Experience in senior care or medication administration is preferred, with comprehensive benefits and