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Licensed Practical Nurse

The Rivers of Portage·Portage, Wisconsin

$70,000 - $70,000/yrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 1 month ago
Practice for this role

Licensed Practical Nurse · $70,000 - $70,000/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -1% vs. median posted salary for nursing roles in Wisconsin ($71,000, n=1989)
  • 5 similar openings in the Portage area
$8,500 · p10p90 · $400,000
this role: $70,000median $71,000

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 1,989 posted nursing roles in Wisconsin salarys. This role sits in the 49th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 1% below the Wisconsin median for nursing roles.

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct nursing care, administers medications, and monitors resident health conditions in accordance with care plans. They also collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and document all observations in the electronic health record.

At Better Living, we believe every stage of life should be filled with purpose, dignity, and joy.

We’re not just a senior living management company—we’re a team driven by compassion, grounded in hospitality, and committed to doing what’s right for residents, families, and staff. Our communities are built on meaningful connections, personalized support, and everyday moments that matter.

This is senior living, only better.

Benefits

  • Compensation - $ 70,000
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401 (K) matching
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Employee assistance programs

Job Summary

In this role, you will be responsible for providing direct nursing care to residents, supporting daily clinical operations, and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality, person-centered care in accordance with resident care-plans, federal, state, and facility guidelines. You will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care to residents in accordance with individual care plans.
  • Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely
  • Monitor and assess residents’ health conditions; promptly report changes to the RN or provider and family as needed
  • Document care, observations, and assessments in the electronic health record (EHR)
  • Provide guidance and supervision to care providers and RA’s
  • Communicate effectively with physicians, families, and other care team members
  • Participate in care plan meetings, quality improvement activities, and regulatory surveys
  • Uphold infection control standards and safety procedures
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Completion of an accredited practical nursing program
  • Active, unencumbered LPN license in the state of practice; compact license may be acceptable depending on state requirements
  • Prior supervisory experience preferred
  • Long-term care or similar floor experience preferred
  • Compassionate, patient, and reliable with strong communication skills
  • Understand, respect, and maintain resident confidentiality
  • Ability to lift, move, and assist residents safely and comfortably
  • Must pass required criminal background check in order to serve vulnerable adults
  • Must be screened TB and other state-required health care conditions
  • Be able to read, write, and comprehend English

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Indoors, climate-controlled assisted living facility with a focus on personalized care

Requires physical activity including standing, walking, lifting, and assisting residents

Possible exposure to unpleasant odors.

Possible exposure to chemicals as indicated in the MSDS manual.

Continuous exposure to clients and/or family members who may be under stress.

This job is considered “safety-sensitive”, which is defined as “any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others”.

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$70,000 - $70,000/yr
Location
Portage, Wisconsin
Posted
Jul 31, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

The Rivers of Portage

Better Living is a Midwest-based senior living organization providing assisted living, memory care, and independent living communities across Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. We combine heart-first leadership with disciplined operations to create communities where residents...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size201-500 employees
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Market context

Wisconsin LPN roles stay consistently needed

Licensed Practical Nurse roles in Wisconsin are commonly in demand across clinics, long-term care, and hospital settings, especially for candidates who can manage time well and follow detailed instructions. Competition can be strong because employers often look for an active Wisconsin LPN license, accredited nursing education, and reliable day-to-day clinical support skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to the setting you want.

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