LPN Nurse | up to $41.40 for 2nd shift! (Jackson, MI)
About The Position
Faith Haven Senior Care is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse for its Skilled Nursing team in Jackson, Michigan. The team provides specialized care across areas including orthopedics, cardiac care, respiratory health, oncology, palliative care, infectious diseases, neurology, and dermatology. The nurse evaluates patient needs and administers care using technology and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. This position is available full-time or part-time on the second shift, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM. All shifts include rotating weekends (every other weekend) and some holidays. Compensation is advertised as up to $41.40 per hour for second shift: a base rate of $29.15–$33.00 per hour based on years of certification, plus a $5.00 second-shift differential and $3.40 per hour in hero/hazard pay. Yearly wage increases are also offered. The role includes providing treatments and medications, supporting patients’ physiologic and psychosocial well-being, communicating with patients and families, promoting a welcoming care environment, and overseeing Nurse Aides. The facility is located at 6531 W Michigan Ave, Jackson, MI 49201.
Requirements
- Current Michigan license to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN).
- Current CPR-BLS certification.
- An associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or higher.
- Strong analytical abilities to prepare personalized care plans, implement effective nursing care and rehabilitation, and develop solutions to difficult problems concerning well-being.
- Excellent customer service skills and commitment to delivering excellent, passionate, innovative care.
- Team-oriented approach and willingness to support team members and complete the work.
- Skills listed include compassion, leadership, emotional intelligence, respect, calmness, communication, empathy, problem-solving, physical endurance, attention to detail, critical thinking, time management, professionalism, a positive attitude, adaptability, conflict resolution, teamwork, scheduling, and organization.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patient needs and provide appropriate nursing care.
- Perform treatments, including wound care, irrigations, IV therapy, tube feedings, chest tubes, and peritoneal dialysis.
- Administer medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Advise patients and families about medication changes, treatment plans, and patient condition.
- Provide preventative and supportive care for patients’ physiologic and psychosocial well-being.
- Promote hospitality and excellent customer service in interactions with guests, families, and visitors.
- Encourage a positive, healthy environment in which patients can heal and thrive.
- Oversee the Nurse Aide team by providing direction and assignments, offering training, and contributing to recognition and evaluations.
- Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.
Benefits
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year.
- Tuition discount at Hondros College of Nursing.
- RN Registered Nurse loan repayment up to $10,000 total.
- Medical coverage with no deductible or co-pay and low cost per paycheck.
- Dental and vision coverage.
- Generous paid time off.
- Holiday pay.
- Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
- Unlimited referral bonuses, up to $1,500 per referral.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Yearly wage increases.
- Attentive and supportive leadership.
- Scheduling flexibility to accommodate scheduling needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
