Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Citadel of Bourbonnais is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team, providing comprehensive care to residents through assessment, implementation, and evaluation of individualized care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provides licensed care to assigned residents as ordered by physicians and in accordance with facility, federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
• Performs required resident assessments, observations, and interventions, reviewing care plans to ensure appropriate care.
• Takes and records residents’ blood pressure and vital signs, administers catheter care, provides IV therapy within license limitations, and delivers respiratory care such as oxygen and nebulizer treatments.
• Charts nurse’s notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided and the resident’s response.
• Ensures the resident’s environment is free from accidents and hazards, immediately correcting or addressing potential safety risks as prudent and warranted.
• Monitors and directs non‑licensed ancillary services as needed to meet professional standards and maintain the highest practicable level of resident care.
• Communicates and reports information to residents, families, physicians, guardians, governmental agencies, and facility personnel as required by policy and State/Federal guidelines.
• Ensures all aspects of resident care plans are implemented and maintained, making recommendations for care plan changes to the interdisciplinary team (IDT) per professional standards.
• Ensures compliance with infection control standards and immediately corrects identified instances of non‑compliance.
• Follows and adheres to company policies and procedures regarding HIPAA compliance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to multi‑task and remain calm under stress.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Understanding and adherence to infection control standards, policies, and procedures.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying work schedules and occasional overnight travel.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers, and other facility staff.
• Nursing degree or diploma from an accredited college or university.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice.
• One year of nursing experience preferred; long‑term care experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling.
• Ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, with or without mechanical assistance.
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards.
• Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols.

Benefits

• Daily pay and competitive compensation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance.
• Dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• Innovative training programs.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Paid time off.