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Legacy Village of Jacksonville
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$54,924 / year median in Alabama
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Serve With Skill. Lead With Compassion. Build a Legacy. At Legacy Senior Living, nursing is more than a clinical task list—it's a calling to honor, respect, and serve the Greatest Generation. As an LPN, you will combine hands-on clinical excellence with heartfelt connection, ensuring every resident receives the dignified, person-centered care that defines our mission.
- Your Mission as an LPN You'll be the clinical anchor on your shift—coordinating care, guiding nursing assistants, and keeping families informed, all while fostering an atmosphere of warmth and calm. Your decisions and your presence set the tone for resident safety, comfort, and trust.
- What You'll Do Clinical Care & Medication Management Administer medications, treatments, and physician-ordered procedures in full compliance with state regulations and Legacy protocols Maintain accurate narcotic counts and resolve any discrepancies immediately with the Nursing Supervisor Complete focused assessments and monitor residents' physical, mental, and emotional status—promptly reporting changes to the Director of Nursing (DON) Documentation & Care Planning Chart thoroughly and on time, reflecting care provided, resident response, and alignment with care plans Update and follow physician orders, diet modifications, and therapy recommendations; flag inconsistencies for review Handle administrative tasks such as medical forms, evaluations, and incident reports with precision and confidentiality Team Leadership & Coordination Direct and mentor nursing assistants, ensuring daily assignments are clear and executed to Legacy's standards Communicate shift priorities, resident updates, and schedule adjustments at change-of-shift huddles Foster a supportive, collaborative environment—the calm center residents and teammates rely on Resident Experience & Engagement Create an atmosphere of warmth and personal interest; greet residents by name and celebrate their stories Encourage and coordinate resident participation in activities, therapy sessions, and worship services Serve as a trusted liaison to families, answering questions and providing timely updates Safety, Sanitation & Supplies Monitor supply levels; restock and reorder to keep care seamless and efficient Ensure resident rooms, treatment areas, and common spaces remain clean, safe, and infection-controlled•What You Bring Current LPN license in good standing with the state board of nursing Previous clinical experience in senior living, skilled nursing, or acute care preferred Strong medication-administration and documentation skills Natural leadership—able to guide, teach, and uplift nursing assistants Calm under pressure, organized with shifting priorities, and dedicated to resident dignity•Why Legacy?
- Lead With Compassion.