Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Springfield Heights Memory Care•Springfield, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides compassionate, high-quality direct nursing care to residents in an assisted living community, supporting resident wellness and a strong caregiving team. The nurse works within state guidelines and facility policies, with support from a Regional Nurse Consultant, and helps foster a culture of caring, accountability, and excellence. The role involves building relationships with residents, families, and healthcare partners and collaborating with community leadership to provide safe, compliant, resident-centered care. The position is part-time/PRN, with a second-shift schedule of 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. The location is Springfield Heights by Americare Senior Living in Springfield, Tennessee. Pay is $26.50–$27.00 per hour, with a $1,500 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, caregivers, and healthcare partners.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Passion for senior care and resident advocacy.
Alignment with Americare’s mission, values, and culture.
Desire to contribute to a positive, caring community environment.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and assist with resident transfers as needed.
Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 pounds, including resident mobility assistance.
Ability to maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care in accordance with state regulations and facility policies.
Support and guide caregiving staff to promote consistent, high-quality care.
Assist with resident assessments, care planning, and monitoring changes in condition.
Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
Maintain professional relationships with physicians, office staff, pharmacies, and other healthcare providers.
Collaborate with the Regional Nurse Consultant and community leadership on clinical best practices.
Support orientation and training of care team members as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Promote a safe, respectful, and home-like environment for residents.
Uphold Americare’s Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality philosophy, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values.