Full-Time

Licensed Practical Nurse

LPN

Posted on 9/8/2026

Deadline 9/8/27
Franciscan Ministries

Franciscan Ministries

Catholic senior living and care

Compensation Overview

$32 - $38/hr

Chicago, IL, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Required Skills
Infection Control
Medication Administration
Nursing
Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Requirements
  • A nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
  • A current unrestricted license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the practicing state.
  • One or more years of nursing experience is preferred.
  • Ability to demonstrate compassion when working with residents.
Responsibilities
  • Provide direct nursing care for residents and general consultation regarding health-related concerns within the community.
  • Direct the daily activities of certified nursing assistants and resident care associates in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations and established company policies and procedures.
  • Follow the nursing model to promote holistic care for residents.
  • Ensure that policies and procedures are followed by assigned nursing personnel.
  • Participate in resident admissions, discharges, and transfers as required.
  • Assess changes in residents’ status, notify the physician and the resident’s family or representative, and document accordingly.
  • Transcribe physician orders to the medical record and carry out orders as written.
  • Prepare and administer medications according to physicians’ orders and observe for adverse effects as indicated.
  • Perform wound treatments according to physicians’ orders, observe for changes, and document accordingly.
  • Schedule follow-up appointments and transportation needs for residents as indicated.
  • Provide nursing leadership to assigned nursing personnel.
  • Provide direct care skills including colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, and intravenous administration in accordance with current policies and procedures.
  • Perform rounds to ensure residents’ needs are met and personnel perform their assigned duties.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure residents’ needs are holistically met.
  • Report incidents or unusual occurrences to the community’s leadership team.
  • Ensure adequate stock of medications, supplies, and equipment, and notify appropriate personnel of needs.
  • Initiate, review, and update care plans as required.
  • Participate in the survey process when inspection surveys arise.
  • Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities as needed or assigned.
  • Ensure infection control principles are followed and help correct deficiencies in practice.
  • Comply with all policies and procedures and updates.
  • Perform other assigned duties.
Desired Qualifications
  • One or more years of nursing experience.
Franciscan Ministries

Franciscan Ministries

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Franciscan Ministries is a nonprofit Catholic senior living and care organization sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago. Its communities provide independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing and respite services, with offerings varying by location. The ministry operates across Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and an expanding partner network while also advising mission-aligned senior organizations. Its identity combines residential hospitality, clinical support and faith-rooted service for older adults rather than operating as a church parish or hospital system.

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