Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
About the Role
Americare Senior Living is seeking a flexible and compassionate Support Nurse (LPN) to provide resident care during short-term assignments across our Assisted Living communities. In this role, you'll render direct nursing care while supporting community teams during periods of transition, coverage needs, or additional support. Under the direction of senior leadership, you'll help maintain a home-like, person-centered environment while supervising caregiving staff to ensure residents' physical, psychological, and social needs are met. This role is ideal for a nurse who adapts quickly, enjoys variety, and wants to make a meaningful impact across multiple communities.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to residents during short-term assignments
- Support a home-like, person-centered care environment
- Supervise and support caregiving staff to meet residents' physical, psychological, and social needs
- Assist with resident assessments, care planning, and monitoring of changes in condition
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols
- Collaborate with community leadership and senior leadership during assigned support periods
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Promote resident dignity, safety, and quality of life
- Uphold Americare's Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality philosophy, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values
Qualifications
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Maintains current state registration and required continuing education
- Experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care preferred
- Strong clinical judgment and adaptability
- Ability to supervise staff and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for senior care and resident-centered service
- Alignment with Americare's mission, values, and culture
- Flexibility to support multiple communities as needed
Physical Demands
- Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
- Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance
- Maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.
Pay
$31.25 to $33.65, mileage & hotel reimbursement, OT eligible, no on-call requirement
Schedule
Days (some travel and overnights required), Full time, Monday thru Friday
Benefits
- Recognition and Appreciation: Truly feel valued with meaningful shout outs and recognition
- Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy a competitive PTO plan to recharge and relax
- Daily Access to Wages: Flexibility to access your pay whenever you need it
- Complimentary Meals: Delicious free meals while you work
- Tuition Assistance: We support your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, and so much more
- Earn More: Your hard work is rewarded with competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance
- 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions