Life Care Center of Aurora
Nursing home in Aurora, CO
From 4 postings, the employer’s site and nurse reviews · Employer research Aug 13, 2026Sources
The short version
You would work at Life Care Center of Aurora, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation building at 14101 E. Evans Ave. on the edge of Denver and Parker. Mountain views show up from the rehab gym and dining rooms.
Employer research, Aug 13, 2026
Full-time day-shift LPN roles post at $30.00–$39.59 an hour, with rates tied to years of experience and shift differentials available.
For experienced nursesSources
Advancement and mentoring pathways are promoted here, with particular note for new graduates.
For new gradsSources
The building sits at 14101 E. Evans Ave. on the edge of Denver and Parker, with mountain views from the rehab gym and dining rooms.
If you are moving here
Who it fits
Best fit
- LPNs and LVNs: 3 of 4 roles accept an LPN or LVN
Nursing here
- Career development
Advancement and mentoring opportunities noted, especially for new graduates; education and advancement pathways promoted.
Life Care Center of Aurora · employer research
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- Scheduling
LPN full-time day shift posted; PT/PTA/COTA posted as PRN days
Life Care Center of Aurora · employer research
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As of 2026Source: lifecarecareers.hcshiring.com
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision; 401K; shift differentials; LifeMatters 24/7 counseling app; FIT FOR LIFE wellness; EAP; direct deposit; discounted lunch noted by staff.
Published pay and benefits
- Hourly pay
$30.00/hr
LPN Licensed Practical Nurse, full-time day shift; rates based on years of experience
As of 2026
- Hourly pay
$39.59/hr
LPN Licensed Practical Nurse, full-time day shift; rates based on years of experience
As of 2026
- Hourly pay
$45.00/hr
Physical Therapist (PT), PRN days
As of 2026
- Hourly pay
$55.00/hr
Physical Therapist (PT), PRN days
As of 2026
- Hourly pay
$35.00/hr
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, PRN days
As of 2026
- Hourly pay
$40.00/hr
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, PRN days
As of 2026
- Hourly pay
$35.00/hr
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), PRN days
As of 2026
- Hourly pay
$40.00/hr
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), PRN days
As of 2026
- Shift pay
Shift differentials offered (amounts not stated)
As of 2026
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- Benefits
401K offered
As of 2026
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The units
Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation
Facility listed as SN-RE-AC; LPN role includes clinical supervision of CNAs and skilled nursing care.
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What nurses say
Themes from public reviews
Summaries of published reviews, with the original sources.
- Supportive coworkers and resident care reward
- Staff value helpful peers and find caring for residents rewarding.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com- Toxic culture, turnover, poor management
- Many describe high turnover, weak communication from leadership, and a toxic feel.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com- Understaffing and burnout
- Employees report being overworked and underappreciated with difficult work-life balance.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com
More review themes
- Low pay and minimal raises
- Concerns about low pay and small raises reduce long-term commitment.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com- Clique-y office culture
- Former office assistant called leadership clique-y and the overall atmosphere depressing.
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As of 2025-06-12Source: glassdoor.sg- Working with elderly and discounted lunch
- Pros cited include working with elderly residents and discounted lunch.
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As of 2025-06-12Source: glassdoor.sg
The hard parts
Staff reviews describe high turnover, weak leadership communication, understaffing, and a culture that can feel toxic or clique-y.
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What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
Living in Aurora, CO
Anchored by the massive Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora puts elite regional hospitals right at your doorstep. Spend off-shifts paddling Cherry Creek Reservoir or exploring the international dining scene along Havana Street. With living costs about 6% above the national average, you get Front Range mountain access and top-tier clinical careers without downtown Denver's steeper price tag.
Browse roles in Aurora- Metro price level · Aurora area
- 6% above the national average
- BEA index 105.8 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,835/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $88,368/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Current openings at Life Care Center of Aurora
Sources
- glassdoor.com/Reviews/Life-Care-Centers-of-America-Aurora-Reviews-EI_IE2875.0,28_IL.29,35_IC1148156.htm
The short version, Nursing here, What nurses say, The hard parts · as of 2026
- glassdoor.sg/Reviews/Life-Care-Center-of-Aurora-Reviews-E8860703.htm
What nurses say, The hard parts · as of 2025-06-12
- lcca.com/locations/co/aurora
Employer website
- lcca.com/locations/co/aurora/careers
The short version, Nursing here · as of 2026
- lifecarecareers.com/locations/co
The short version, Nursing here · as of 2026
- lifecarecareers.hcshiring.com/jobs
The short version, Nursing here · as of 2026
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