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Licensed Practical Nurse

Ascension Health

Avilla, INFull-time$27.68–35.82/hrPosted 3mo ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$27.68–35.82/hr
Location
Avilla, IN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

BLS ProviderLicensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

Job overview

Ascension Health is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse. Ascension is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver hands-on nursing care, including medication administration, treatments, and routine assessments. This role supports Registered Nurses by monitoring resident conditions and promptly reporting changes, while building consistent, trusting relationships with residents and families in a long-term care setting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, compassionate, and committed to resident safety and comfort.

Key focus areas include Deliver hands-on nursing care, including medication administration, treatments, and routine assessments, Support RNs by monitoring resident conditions and promptly reporting changes, and Build consistent, trusting relationships with residents and families in a long-term care setting.

Successful candidates bring BLS Provider, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse, and High School Diploma Equivalency. Preferred (not required): Medication Administration, Treatments, Routine Assessments, and Monitoring Resident Conditions.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Medication AdministrationTreatmentsRoutine AssessmentsMonitoring Resident ConditionsReporting ChangesBuilding Trusting RelationshipsDetail-OrientedCompassionateCommitted to Resident SafetyCommitted to Resident Comfort

Qualifications

BLS ProviderLicensed Practical/Vocational NurseHigh School Diploma Equivalency1 Year of Applicable Cumulative Job Specific Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave
401(k) Match

Full job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Avilla, IN

Facility: Sacred Heart Village

Department: Assisted Living

Schedule: Nights | Full-time

Salary Range: $27.68 - $35.82 per hour

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

  • Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

  • Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

  • Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

  • Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

  • Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

  • Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

  • Delivers hands-on nursing care, including medication administration, treatments, and routine assessments

  • Supports RNs by monitoring resident conditions and promptly reporting changes

  • Builds consistent, trusting relationships with residents and families in a long-term care setting

  • Detail-oriented, compassionate, and committed to resident safety and comfort.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

  • Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

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