Licensed Practical Nurse

About the Role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care and clinical support to residents in a skilled nursing facility under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team. This role is responsible for administering medications and treatments, monitoring resident conditions, documenting care, communicating with providers and families, and supporting resident quality of life through person-centered care practices. The LPN also provides guidance and delegation to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and assists in maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and homelike environment for residents.

What a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Does At NCHC

• Administer medications, treatments, injections, topical medications, and other nursing interventions in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards
• Monitor residents' conditions and promptly report changes in status to providers, supervisors, and appropriate team members
• Obtain and document vital signs, blood glucose readings, weights, assessments, and other clinical observations
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, stoma care, catheter care, and other skilled nursing procedures
• Assist with laboratory collection procedures, specimen collection, IV therapy, PICC line care, and diagnostic testing as trained and authorized
• Process physician and nurse practitioner orders accurately and timely
• Communicate with pharmacies regarding medication orders, refills, medication changes, and clarification requests
• Participate in resident admissions, transfers, and discharges, including assessments, documentation, and coordination of care
• Develop, implement, and update resident care plans and assist with Minimum Data Set (MDS) documentation as assigned
• Delegate tasks appropriately to CNAs and provide direction, coaching, education, and support to nursing support staff
• Monitor staff performance and communicate concerns or resident care needs to leadership as appropriate
• Assist residents with activities of daily living including repositioning, ambulation, toileting, feeding, hygiene, and mobility support as needed
• Support residents with dementia, behavioral health conditions, and cognitive impairments using person-centered and trauma-informed approaches
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations, falls, behavioral incidents, and changes in resident condition
• Maintain accurate, timely, and legally compliant documentation within the electronic health record
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, hospice staff, social workers, dietary staff, and family members to coordinate resident care
• Promote resident dignity, safety, rights, and independence in all aspects of care delivery
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, training, competency validation, and quality improvement activities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• Current Wisconsin Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification
• Ability to effectively communicate with residents, families, providers, and team members
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and healthcare technology systems

Preferred:

• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, dementia care, behavioral health, or geriatric nursing
• Experience supervising or directing CNAs or ancillary staff

In evaluating candidates for this position, North Central Health Care may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Pay and Schedule

• Starting pay range: $26.92 – $29.31, based on education and experience, plus $1.50 shift differential for any hours worked between 2:00pm and 6:00am
• In-person position
• Full-time and part-time roles available
• Shift availability: 6:00pm - 6:00am

Benefits

• PTO, paid holidays, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance
• On-site bistro and cafeteria, pharmacy, newly updated facility
• Life insurance, accident insurance, hospital insurance, employee assistance program, and more
• As a full-time employee of NCHC, you would be eligible for the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). The WRS is a hybrid defined benefit plan containing elements of both a 401(k) or defined contribution plan and a defined benefit plan. Participating staff contribute 7.2% and NCHC will match this at 100% each pay period

About North Central Health Care

Nestled in the heart of Central Wisconsin, North Central Health Care (NCHC) is a healthcare organization formed over fifty years ago as a partnership between three Central Wisconsin counties - Langlade, Lincoln, and Marathon. NCHC employs more than 600 professionals in diverse roles across a variety of care and work environments. We provide passionate and high-quality care for individuals and families within the fields of mental health treatment, addiction services, long term care, short term care, physical therapy, crisis stabilization and so much more. We have amazing employees who provide exceptional care and want to add to our team. You can visit our website at www.norcen.org/careers to learn more.