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Licensed Practical Nurse

Homer Glen, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Apr 2025

💰 $53,400/yr

About the role

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference. LSSI is hiring a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse to administer prescribed medications, provide routine care, observe patients’ health, assist the primary care physician, and communicating with patients and their families in a long-term care facility. Benefits and Perks:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
Salary $26.70-$30.00/Hourly.
Opportunity for advancement.
Monday Required shift 7am to 7am
Tuesday through Sunday, as needed.
PRN as needed to fill holidays, LOA, vacation, weekdays, and weekends 7am to 7am shifts.
Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

Administer medications as prescribed.
Assess, plan, and evaluate nursing care in the facilities.
Identify changes in clients' conditions and take appropriate action.
Plan and provide direct care that maximizes functional capacities.
Complete documentation in accordance with regulations and facility practices.
Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, and other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.

Position Qualifications:

High School Diploma
Valid IL LPN license.
BLS/AED CRP trained.
At least 5 years’ experience in long term care nursing.
At least 5 years’ experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Ability to provide leadership and training to direct care personnel.
Participate in ongoing learning opportunities to keep skills current.
Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
Access to reliable transportation required.
Valid IL statutory.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.