Delivers nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician. Administers medications and treatments, monitors resident status, and supervises the work of Certified Nursing Assistants. Maintains accurate clinical documentation and communicates changes in resident condition to the care team.
Education & Experience
Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program: Required
Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting: Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure in the state of practice: Required
Basic Life Support (BLS)
certification
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Required
Key Responsibilities
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Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility policy.
Perform resident assessments and monitor for changes in physical, cognitive or behavioral status.
Supervise and delegate appropriately to Certified Nursing Assistants on the assigned unit.
Complete accurate and timely documentation in the resident record and medication administration record.
Communicate changes in resident condition to the Registered Nurse, physician and family as appropriate.
Follow infection control, safety and regulatory requirements governing long-term care practice.
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Living in Kenosha
Positioned along Lake Michigan midway between Milwaukee and Chicago, Kenosha gives relocating nurses a coastal lifestyle combined with small-city manageability. Healthcare workers can choose between walkable historic living around Downtown and HarborPark or quieter residential enclaves like Forest Park, Tyler's Ridge, and Pleasant Prairie's newer master-planned subdivisions. Off-duty hours can be spent exploring the lakefront promenade, visiting the Kenosha Public Museum and Civil War Museum on Simmons Island, or sampling local staples like Frank's Diner, Waterfront Warehouse, and the outdoor Kenosha HarborMarket. Commuting locally is straightforward, and the downtown Metra Union Pacific North line terminus enables easy train travel straight into downtown Chicago. Interstate 94 offers a roughly 35-minute drive to Milwaukee, though peak highway traffic can present hurdles for regional commuters. Housing options span historic homes, lakeside apartments, and newer builds in expanding subdivisions. For healthcare professionals seeking accessible Great Lakes recreation and community charm without large-metro housing headaches, Kenosha presents a balanced, well-positioned alternative.
