Staff Nurse - LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Job Description Marklund is built on our mission of making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities. Our services are designed to enhance the lives of our residents in a meaningful way, but we can't do it alone. Position Overview We are seeking dedicated Staff Nurses with a LPN to join our diverse team in Elgin and be a part of our life‑changing mission. We have flexible full‑time and part‑time shifts available with an hourly rate of $32.25/hr – $34.75/hr based on qualifications and experience. The position has additional differentials of $3 for MCDD on all shifts, $1 for PM weekdays, $2 for night weekdays, $5 for AM weekends, $6 for PM weekends and $7 for night weekends. Our PRN/IHR (On‑Call) LPN rate is $33/hr with an additional $2 differential for weekends. Joining Marklund is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and works together to create happy, safe and purpose‑filled lives for those individuals that we serve. Marklund is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow in your career. Whether you seek work variety, scheduling consistency or career advancement, you will find your home here. Your journey includes innovative benefits, flexible opportunities, competitive pay rates for nurses with experience, and extensive training to help new graduates launch your nursing career. Who We Are Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential, educational and therapy services to infants, children, teens and adults with serious and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs. With two residential locations – the Marklund Hyde Center in Geneva and the Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin – it is currently home to nearly 178 residents. The Marklund Day School offers Multi‑Needs and Life Skills programs for children and young adults with multiple medical needs, and those diagnosed on the autism spectrum. In addition, our Community Day Services program at each site is a therapeutic day program for adults who reside at Marklund and those who come in from the community. Key Responsibilities Administer medications, tube feedings and treatments as prescribed. Prepare quarterly health assessments and annual assessments. Inform the physician of changes in resident health status and implement physicians' orders to assure optimal health care. Complete daily charting for care provided. Act as a liaison between residents, parents, physicians, consultants and case manager regarding resident status. Please note that this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Required Experience Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), current on the Illinois Health Care Worker Registry Possess current BLS CPR certification for Healthcare Workers Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and to meet its functional and environmental requirements. An ideal candidate will have an exceptional work ethic, positive attitude, and strong commitment to providing excellent care to our residents along with the ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, and the desire to contribute to a strong culture where the entire team works together for the good of each resident. Equal Opportunity Employer As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects and supports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment. Benefits When you join the Marklund team, you receive the following: Full‑Time Employees Competitive Pay Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Company Pay Life Insurance for all FT employees Voluntary Life Insurance Voluntary Long‑Term Disability Voluntary Short‑Term Disability Paid Time Off (PTO)* PTO Cash‑In & Conversion Twice Per Year Tuition Reimbursement Extended Sick Bank 7 Paid Holidays per Year *School Employees Receive “Closed Days” and Sick/Personal Full‑Time And Part‑Time Employee Benefits Competitive pay Credit Union Membership Retirement Savings Plan – eligible upon hire Marklund matches up to 5% Ways We Appreciate You Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years Claire Haverkampf Annual Commemorative Award You Caught My Eye – Monthly Employee Award Thanksgiving Turkey Employee Referral Bonus Program Employee Assistance Program Training & Growth Opportunities We promote from within whenever possible You are paid while you train: In‑House Training Programs Leadership Training Program Employee Workshops on a variety of topics Benefits/Programs subject to change. #J-18808-Ljbffr Marklund