LPN Opportunity for RN Students | PRN
Anna, Illinois
At Deaconess, our LPN RN Bridge role allows nursing students who already hold their LPN license to work in a PRN LPN position while completing RN school.
Posted Sep 30 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- Day, evening, and night shifts
- License
- RN or LPN license Completion of an accredited LPN program and current state LPN licensureCurrent state LPN licensure
- Term
- Per Diem work in a PRN LPN position while completing RN schoolPRN
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed our LPN RN Bridge role allows nursing students who already hold their LPN license to work in a PRN LPN position while completing RN school.
- License
- Current state LPN licensure Completion of an accredited LPN program and current state LPN licensure
- Also asks
- Completion of an accredited LPN program
- Also asks
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Also asks
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and respond to emergency situations
- Also asks
- Basic knowledge of medical procedures, pharmacology, and patient care techniques
- Also asks
- Ability to work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team
- Also asks
- Physical stamina and emotional stability
Preferred
- Experience
- 1 year previous clinical unit experience At least 1 year of previous clinical unit experience preferred
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
Why start this early?
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- Below most Illinois PRN postingsIllinois PRN postings that state pay run $31/hr to $55/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $49/hr, across 289 postings.
- Night differential
- Eligible employees may also receive evening/night and weekend shift incentives based on company policies and applicable job codes. Additional details will be provided during the interview process.
- Tuition assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan repayment
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Extra pay
- Evening/night and weekend shift incentives Eligible employees may also receive evening/night and weekend shift incentives based on company policies and applicable job codes.Based on company policies and applicable job codes
Benefits
- BenefitsFlexible work schedulesFlexible work schedules - full-time, part-time, and supplemental
- BenefitsTuition reimbursementTuition reimbursement
- BenefitsStudent Loan Repayment ProgramStudent Loan Repayment Program
- BenefitsPayactiv earned wage benefitPayactiv earned wage benefit - work today, get paid tomorrow
- BenefitsCareer advancement opportunitiesCareer advancement opportunities
- BenefitsRobust healthcare and retirement plansRobust healthcare and retirement plans
More benefits (5)
- Loan repayment program
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Flexible schedule
- Retirement plan
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- Monitoring and documenting patients’ health Monitoring and documenting patients’ health
- Day to day
- Administering medications Administering medications
- Day to day
- Assisting with personal care needs Assisting with personal care needs
- Day to day
- Performing routine medical procedures Performing routine medical procedures
- Day to day
- Collaborating with nurses, providers, and the broader healthcare team Collaborating with nurses, providers, and the broader healthcare team
- Day to day
- Providing compassionate, patient-centered care Providing compassionate, patient-centered care
- Weekends
- Weekends required
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
Original listing
Posted on Deaconess Health System’s careers page.
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LPN RN Bridge Opportunity | Grow Your Career While You’re in Nursing School
Are you an LPN currently pursuing your RN degree? We have an opportunity designed to support you every step of the way.
At Deaconess, our LPN RN Bridge role allows nursing students who already hold their LPN license to work in a PRN LPN position while completing RN school. It’s a great way to continue building your clinical experience, stay connected to patient care, and grow within an organization committed to a mission of healing.
As an LPN RN, you’ll play a critical role in continuing the healing mission of Deaconess.
Job Overview
As an LPN, you will provide essential patient care under the supervision of RNs and physicians. Responsibilities may include:
Monitoring and documenting patients’ health
Administering medications
Assisting with personal care needs
Performing routine medical procedures
Collaborating with nurses, providers, and the broader healthcare team
Providing compassionate, patient-centered care
What You’ll Need
Completion of an accredited LPN program and current state LPN licensure
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively under pressure and respond to emergency situations
Basic knowledge of medical procedures, pharmacology, and patient care techniques
At least 1 year of previous clinical unit experience preferred
Ability to work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team
Physical stamina and emotional stability
Compensation
Hourly Rate: $23.00-$34.50
Eligible employees may also receive evening/night and weekend shift incentives based on company policies and applicable job codes. Additional details will be provided during the interview process.
Why Deaconess?
We’re committed to helping our team members grow personally and professionally. Benefits and opportunities include:
Flexible work schedules — full-time, part-time, and supplemental
Day, evening, and night shifts
Tuition reimbursement
Student Loan Repayment Program
Payactiv earned wage benefit — work today, get paid tomorrow
Career advancement opportunities
Robust healthcare and retirement plans
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re an LPN working toward your RN and want to gain valuable experience while continuing your education, this could be the opportunity for you.
Continue learning. Continue growing. Continue making a difference with Deaconess.
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