LPN - Recovery Care with Tuition Reimbursement

Gateway Foundation; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Gateway Foundation in Springfield, IL is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to monitor client medication administration, support RN‑led care, and perform initial health screenings. The role follows physician orders, documents vitals, and maintains accurate records.

Qualifications include current LPN/VPN licensure, a high school diploma, and knowledge of nursing assessment and pharmacology required for medication administration.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Vocational Practice Nurse (VPN) as required by state.
• High school diploma.
• Knowledge of nursing treatment, planning and assessment as acquired through post‑high school training and pharmacology coursework.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision administering medications and performing treatments.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with clients, families, staff and physicians with empathy.
• Analytical abilities to interpret assessment data and determine referrals.

Responsibilities

• Monitors clients self‑administering medications and reactions to medication.
• Works with Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care according to physician orders and care plans.
• Conducts initial health screenings and assessments of clients’ medical needs.
• Assists physicians with client examinations or treatments.
• Charts vital signs, treatments performed and medications administered and maintains records.

Skills

LPN licensure

High school diploma

Nursing training

Ability to work with minimal supervis

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Education

LPN/VPN licensure

High school diploma

Job description

Gateway Foundation in Springfield, IL is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to monitor client medication administration, support RN‑led care, and perform initial health screenings. The role follows physician orders, documents vitals, and maintains accurate records.

Qualifications include current LPN/VPN licensure, a high school diploma, and knowledge of nursing assessment and pharmacology required for medication administration.