Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company: Franciscan Ministries
Location: Waukegan
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview: Assisted Living Hours Needed - PRN (As Needed) 1065 E
Victory Dr, Lindenhurst, IL 60046 Weekend Differential $3.00 an
hour Position Summary In this role, you will be responsible for
providing direct nursing care for residents as well as general
consultation regarding health-related concerns within the
community. Essential Functions, Key Duties, & Responsibilities -
Direct the daily activities of the certified nursing assistants and
resident care associates in accordance with current federal, state
and local regulations and established company policies and
procedures. - Follow the nursing model to promote holistic care for
the residents. - Ensure that policies and procedures are complied
with by nursing personnel assigned. - Participate in the admission,
discharge and transfers of residents as required. - Assess for
changes in residents’ status, notifying the physician and
resident’s family or representative and documenting accordingly. -
Transcribe physician orders to medical record and carry out orders
as written. - Prepare and administer medications as per physicians’
orders and observe for adverse effects as indicated. - Perform
wound treatments per physicians’ orders, observe for changes and
documents accordingly as indicated. - Schedule follow up
appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated. -
Provide nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the
unit. - Provide direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube
feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in
accordance with current policies and procedures. - Perform rounds
to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing
their assigned duties. - Collaborate with other members of the
interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents’ needs are
holistically met. - Report any incidents or unusual occurrences to
the community’s leadership team. - Ensure that there is adequate
stock of medications, supplies, equipment and notify appropriate
personnel of needs. - Initiate, review and update care plans as
required. - Participate in the survey process when inspection
surveys arise. - May participate in QAPI activities as needed or
assigned. - Ensure that infection control principles are followed
and help correct deficiencies in practice as noted. - Perform other
duties as assigned. - Comply with all policies and procedures and
any updates. Position Requirements Education: A nursing degree from
an accredited college or university Licenses/Certifications:
Current unrestricted license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in
practicing state Experience: 1 years of Nursing experience
preferred Skills & Abilities: - Ability to demonstrate compassion
when working with residents. Livingjoyfully Min: USD $32.00/Hr.
Max: USD $38.00/Hr.
Keywords: Franciscan Ministries, Tinley Park , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Healthcare , Waukegan, Illinois
