Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
About The Position
Americare Senior Living is seeking a flexible, compassionate Support Nurse (LPN) to provide direct resident care and short-term clinical support across its Assisted Living communities. The nurse supports continuity of care during transitions, coverage needs, or other periods when additional support is needed. Under senior leadership, the nurse helps maintain a home-like, person-centered environment and supervises caregiving staff to ensure residents’ physical, psychological, and social needs are met. The role involves assignments across multiple communities and may require travel and overnight stays. The position is based in the Mattis Pointe community in Sappington, Missouri, and is full-time, Monday through Friday, with day shifts. Overtime is eligible, and there is no on-call requirement. Pay is $31.25–$33.65 per hour, with mileage and hotel reimbursement. The role requires graduation from an approved school of nursing and a current LPN or RN license, along with current state registration and required continuing education. Experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care is preferred. The nurse works collaboratively with community and senior leadership, supports caregiving staff, and ensures compliance with state regulations, Americare policies, and person-centered care practices.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Maintain current state registration and required continuing education.
- Strong clinical judgment and adaptability.
- Ability to supervise staff and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for senior care and resident-centered service.
- Alignment with Americare’s mission, values, and culture.
- Flexibility to support multiple communities as needed.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed.
- Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance.
- Ability to maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to residents during short-term assignments.
- Support a home-like, person-centered care environment.
- Supervise and support caregiving staff to meet residents’ physical, psychological, and social needs.
- Assist with resident assessments, care planning, and monitoring changes in condition.
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Collaborate with community and senior leadership during assigned support periods.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Promote resident dignity, safety, and quality of life.
- Uphold Americare’s Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality philosophy, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values.
- Support multiple communities as needed.
Benefits
- Mileage and hotel reimbursement for travel assignments.
- Overtime eligibility.
- Competitive paid time off plan.
- Daily access to wages.
- Complimentary meals while working.
- Tuition assistance.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
- 401(k) plan with company contributions.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Recognition and appreciation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
