Home Care - Licensed Practical Nurse - Night Shift

Are you an experienced LPN with leadership experience who enjoys a change of pace, adapts quickly, likes to travel, and takes pride in providing excellent nursing care? At Americare, our nurses lead the way in supporting and caring for our residents as well as providing excellent leadership to our dedicated team that is committed to meaningful resident care. Come join a team where your skills and heart truly matter.

Community: Mattis Pointe by Americare Senior Living

Community Type: Assisted Living and Memory Care

Location: Sappington, MO (South County)

Shifts Available: Days (some travel and overnights required)

Employment Type: Full time

Pay: $31.25 to $33.65, mileage & hotel reimbursement, OT eligible, no on-call requirement

Your Role as the Support Nurse (LPN)

Assisted Living | Short-Term Assignments

Americare Senior Living is seeking a flexible and compassionate Support Nurse (LPN) to provide resident care during short-term assignments across our Assisted Living communities.

In this role, you’ll render direct nursing care while supporting community teams during periods of transition, coverage needs, or additional support. Under the direction of senior leadership, you’ll help maintain a home-like, person-centered environment while supervising caregiving staff to ensure residents’ physical, psychological, and social needs are met.

This role is ideal for a nurse who adapts quickly, enjoys variety, and wants to make a meaningful impact across multiple communities.

Summary

The Support Nurse (LPN or RN) provides direct resident care and short-term clinical support to Assisted Living communities as assigned.

This role supports continuity of care, staff supervision, and resident well-being while ensuring compliance with state regulations, Americare policies, and best practices in person-centered care.

This role may also be known as:

Support Nurse, Float Nurse, Assisted Living Support Nurse, Interim Nurse, Travel Nurse, or Resident Care Support Nurse.

What You’ll Do

Provide direct nursing care to residents during short-term assignments

Support a home-like, person-centered care environment

Supervise and support caregiving staff to meet residents’ physical, psychological, and social needs

Assist with resident assessments, care planning, and monitoring of changes in condition

Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols

Collaborate with community leadership and senior leadership during assigned support periods

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Promote resident dignity, safety, and quality of life

Uphold Americare’s Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality philosophy, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values

What You Bring

Education

Graduate of an approved school of nursing

Licensure / Certification

Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license required

Maintains current state registration and required continuing education

Experience & Skills

Experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care preferred

Strong clinical judgment and adaptability

Ability to supervise staff and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Commitment

Passion for senior care and resident-centered service

Alignment with Americare’s mission, values, and culture

Flexibility to support multiple communities as needed

Physical Demands

Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed

Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs. , including resident mobility assistance

Maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.

Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful difference by supporting residents and care teams during times they need it most.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

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