Licensed Practical Nurse
Better Living · Oregon, IL · 3 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
At Better Living, we believe every stage of life should be filled with purpose, dignity, and joy. We’re not just a senior living management company—we’re a team driven by compassion, grounded in hospitality, and committed to doing what’s right for residents, families, and staff. Our communities are built on meaningful connections, personalized support, and everyday moments that matter. This is senior living, only better.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) matching
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance programs
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care to residents in accordance with individual care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely.
- Monitor and assess residents’ health conditions; promptly report changes to the RN or provider and family as needed.
- Document care, observations, and assessments in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Provide guidance and supervision to care providers and resident assistants.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, families, and other care team members.
- Participate in care plan meetings, quality improvement activities, and regulatory surveys.
- Uphold infection control standards and safety procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Completion of an accredited practical nursing program.
- Active, unencumbered LPN license in the state of practice; compact license may be acceptable depending on state requirements.
- Prior supervisory experience preferred.
- Long-term care or similar floor experience preferred.
- Compassionate, patient, and reliable with strong communication skills.
- Understand, respect, and maintain resident confidentiality.
- Ability to lift, move, and assist residents safely and comfortably.
- Must pass required criminal background check in order to serve vulnerable adults.
- Must be screened for TB and other state-required health care conditions.
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Indoors, climate-controlled assisted living facility with a focus on personalized care.
- Requires physical activity including standing, walking, lifting, and assisting residents.
- Possible exposure to unpleasant odors.
- Possible exposure to chemicals as indicated in the MSDS manual.
- Continuous exposure to clients and/or family members who may be under stress.
- This job is considered “safety-sensitive,” defined as any job that includes tasks or duties the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others.