Licensed Practical Nurse
- $10,000 sign-on bonus
How this pay compares
This posting states $35–$37 an hour. Open licensed practical nurse jobs in Illinois post a median of $34.50 an hour, the middle half $30.44–$37, across 239 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Licensed practical nurses employed in Illinois earn a median of $36.06 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS
Job Summary
At Goldwater Care Pontiac, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our residents. As an LPN, you will play a vital role in delivering personalized care and support to our residents. Our LPNs are responsible for providing direct nursing care, supervising day-to-day nursing activities, and ensuring the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. If you share our passion for delivering compassionate care and making a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to join our team.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to residents, under the supervision of the Director of Nursing
- Supervise day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants
- Complete and file required recordkeeping forms/charts upon admission, transfer, and/or discharge
- Receive and transcribe telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physician’s Order Form
- Chart nurse notes in an informative and descriptive manner
- Prepare and administer medications as ordered by physicians
- Provide leadership to nursing personnel assigned to your unit/shift
Benefits Offered (full-time)
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Same Day Pay
- 401K following 6 months of service
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- EAP
Essential Qualifications
- Licensed Practical Nurse with current unencumbered state licensure
- Current CPR Certification
- Experience in Long Term Care is preferred
- Ability to work 12 hours a shift
Join our team at Goldwater Care Pontiac and take the first step towards a rewarding career in healthcare! Apply now to become a part of our dedicated team of caregivers.
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Goldwater Care Pontiac hires nurses and nursing assistants in Pontiac, Illinois.
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