Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN Day Shift | Assisted Living
Wichita, Kansas
Posted Aug 18
- Shift
- Days
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Term
- Per Diem
- On the floor
- Precepting expected · On call
- Setting
- Assisted Living
- Accepts
- LPN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in Kansas is $34/hr, across 129 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – PRN Day Shift | Assisted Living
What We Offer
Competitive Pay – $24.00–$28.00/hour, based on experience and qualifications
PRN Flexibility – Self-scheduled shifts with periodic on-call rotation
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Meaningful Work – Provide compassionate nursing care in a resident-focused Assisted Living setting
Supportive Team Culture – Work alongside experienced caregivers and leadership committed to premier service
Locally Managed – Proudly independent and focused on excellence in Wichita
Who Are We?
Larksfield Place Retirement Communities is more than just a premier senior living community—it’s a movement among our employees who take pride in creating an environment of exceptional care, service, and engagement. Locally managed in Wichita, we are a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community with a national reputation for excellence.
We live by our "Elevate Every Day" mantra—striving to enhance the lives of our residents, team members, and community through compassion, excellence, and genuine hospitality.
Who Are You?
You are a dependable and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse who values teamwork, accountability, and resident-centered care. You are comfortable working independently, making sound clinical decisions, and collaborating with caregivers and leadership to ensure residents receive safe, consistent, and respectful care.
You enjoy building relationships with residents and families while helping maintain the high standard of service expected in an Assisted Living environment.
A Day in the Life
Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility procedures
Maintain accurate medication administration records and resident documentation
Monitor resident conditions and promptly communicate changes to leadership and the appropriate care team
Support and mentor direct care staff to promote consistent, high-quality resident care
Coordinate resident care plans, transfers, discharges, and incident reporting
Maintain the security and organization of medication carts and nursing areas
Serve as a clinical resource and point of contact for resident and family concerns
Assist with staff training, safety drills, and emergency response as needed
Uphold infection control standards and regulatory requirements
Participate in a periodic on-call rotation to support Assisted Living nursing needs
Qualifications
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Kansas required
CPR certification required
Previous Assisted Living, long-term care, or healthcare experience preferred
Strong communication, organization, and clinical decision-making skills
Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with caregiving and leadership teams
Ability to lead, mentor, and support direct care staff
Must pass required physical exam and meet vaccination and TB screening requirements
At Larksfield Place, every role plays a part in delivering premier service and building a strong community. As an Assisted Living LPN, you will have the opportunity to provide compassionate care, develop meaningful relationships with residents, and make a direct impact on their quality of life.
Apply today and join a team where we Elevate Every Day together.
Sourced from Larksfield Place’s careers page.
Requirements
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Kansas required
- CPR certification required
- Previous Assisted Living, long-term care, or healthcare experience preferred
- Strong communication, organization, and clinical decision-making skills
- Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with caregiving and leadership teams
- Ability to lead, mentor, and support direct care staff
- Must pass required physical exam and meet vaccination and TB screening requirements
- At Larksfield Place, every role plays a part in delivering premier service and building a strong community. As an Assisted Living LPN, you will have the opportunity to provide compassionate care, develop meaningful relationships with residents, and make a direct impact on their quality of life.
Place
- City
- Wichita, Kansas
- Median rent
- $975/mo
- Local household income
- $64,620/yr
- Metro price level
- 11% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Wichita area index 88.9, where 100 is the national average.
Wichita sits along the Arkansas River in south-central Kansas, offering a relaxed Midwestern pace with a strong healthcare presence. The city blends affordable suburban living with cultural amenities like the Delano District and Old Town. Nurses relocating here will find a welcoming community, manageable traffic, and a cost of living that typically stretches farther than larger metro areas.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.
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You would work PRN day shift in Assisted Living at Larksfield Place, a locally managed, independent not-for-profit continuing care retirement community in Wichita. The posting asks for a current Kansas LPN license. You pick your own shifts and take a…
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