Licensed Practical Nurse - 2nd Shift (FT/PT/PRN)
- PRN / per diem
- Evenings
How this pay compares
This posting states $40 an hour. Open licensed practical nurse jobs in Illinois post a median of $33.80 an hour, the middle half $30.44–$36.88, across 178 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Licensed practical nurses employed in Illinois earn a median of $36.06 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wage: $40.00/hr
We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse. The LPN is responsible for providing medical treatment and personal care to residents in accordance with state regulations, company policies, and the Nurse Practice Act. Work under the direction of the Health Care Coordinator (HCC) to ensure resident safety, comfort, and well-being.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer medications and treatments; document accurately in EHR.
- Take vital signs and monitor resident condition.
- Assist with resident assessments, nursing calls, and incident reporting.
- Provide personal care: bathing, dressing, feeding, walking, transferring, and other daily living activities.
- Collect lab samples and follow up on results with residents, families, and physicians.
- Prepare and check food trays per prescribed diets.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety in resident rooms; respond to resident calls.
- Support and train staff as directed by HCC.
- Comply with HIPAA, company policies, and federal/state regulations.
Qualifications
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in good standing with the state.
- Minimum six months caregiving experience, preferably with elderly residents.
- Strong interpersonal skills; professional and compassionate.
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and handle emotionally sensitive situations.
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand, bend, walk, and assist residents with mobility.
Preferred Skills
- Completion of state-required continuing education.
- Familiarity with EHR systems and documentation compliance.
The Perks That Matter
- Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Paid time off and flexible hours
- Employee assistance program and on-demand pay
- Career growth in a fast-growing company
About Jaybird Senior Living
We provide seniors with the exceptional care they deserve, in an extraordinary living environment. Our communities offer seniors the freedom to enjoy each day as they see fit, with the right level of care and support; helping them approach life with renewed confidence and purpose.
Since 2004, we’ve created a culture where our staff can innovate and grow - while our residents thrive and their families enjoy peace of mind.
The Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Minnesota to disclose the following information. If the position applied to is not located in Minnesota, the following information may not apply. The base range represents the low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, we provide a variety of benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, paid time off (PTO), Flexible hours for better work-life balance, Employee assistance program, on-demand pay.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.
From Jaybird Senior Living's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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