LPN Medication Nurse - Safe, Precise Senior Care

Jobtome; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

PTO and holidays

MyFlexPay

Tuition reimbursement

Bonuses opportunity

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking an LPN Medication Nurse to provide licensed nursing support, administer medications per orders, monitor residents' health, and maintain accurate MAR/TAR documentation. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory adherence, and proactive communication with the care team.

The position requires an active LPN license, CPR/First Aid, and experience in senior care or medication administration.

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

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking an LPN Medication Nurse to provide licensed nursing support, administer medications per orders, monitor residents' health, and maintain accurate MAR/TAR documentation. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory adherence, and proactive communication with the care team.

The position requires an active LPN license, CPR/First Aid, and experience in senior care or medication administration.