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LPN - LTC

GHR HealthcareKankakee, ILTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Kankakee, IL
Job type
Travel
Profession
LPN / LVN
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
May 4, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$39.03
Weekly
$1,405
Yearly (full-time)
$73,060
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
June 8, 2026

This job pays about $39.03/hour — 8% above the median for LPN / LVN jobs in Illinois ($36.06/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

LPN / LVN jobs in Illinois right now

  • 31 open LPN / LVN jobs in Illinois from 4 agencies.
  • Pay in these listings: $23.15 – $74.21/hour, median $39.94/hour.
  • Typical LPN / LVN pay in Illinois: $36.06/hour ($75,005/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($44.00/hour across 4 jobs).

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Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care (LTC) | Kankakee, IL 60901

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care position in Kankakee, IL (60901). Immediate start; 13-week assignment with competitive weekly pay. Join our skilled nursing facility (SNF) team and make a difference in resident care.

Join a dedicated team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a Long Term Care / Skilled Nursing Facility (LTC/SNF) setting in Kankakee, Illinois. This LPN job is ideal for nurses who want meaningful geriatric nursing experience, collaborative clinical practice, and exposure to PointClickCare (PCC) electronic medical records. Kankakee (zip code 60901) offers a welcoming community, riverfront parks, and easy access to urban amenities and outdoor recreation.

Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,300 - $1,510
  • Location: Kankakee, IL 60901 — Illinois LPN jobs / Kankakee nursing jobs
  • Setting: Long Term Care / Skilled Nursing Facility (Post Acute)
  • Start Date: June 8, 2026
  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks
  • Shifts Per Week: 3 (12-hour days, 5:00am – 5:30pm)
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Weekend & Holiday Requirements: Every other weekend and holiday
  • Orientation: 12 hours
  • Scrub Color: Any professional color

Job Requirements / Qualifications

  • Active LPN license in the state of Illinois (required)
  • Minimum 1 year of LPN experience; geriatric/long-term care experience preferred
  • BLS Certification (required)
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) EMR preferred — experience with EMR documentation/clinical charting is a plus
  • Comfortable with medication administration, wound care, and IV antibiotics/fluids (no titratable drips)
  • First-time travelers and local LPN candidates are welcome

Responsibilities / Clinical Duties

  • Provide compassionate, resident-centered nursing care in a long-term care and skilled nursing environment
  • Perform assessments, administer medications, and document care accurately in the PointClickCare (PCC) EMR system
  • Manage wound care including dressing changes and wound vacs
  • Administer and monitor IV antibiotics and fluids (no titratable drips)
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including PT/OT/SLP, respiratory therapists, social workers, and dietitians to support holistic resident care
  • Float between units as needed with efforts to maintain consistency during stretches
  • Participate in grand rounds, team meetings, and care planning sessions to improve outcomes

Why Apply

  • Work in a supportive LTC/SNF setting with collaborative clinical teams
  • Gain valuable long-term care and geriatric nursing experience
  • Competitive weekly pay for Illinois LPN jobs
  • Opportunities for professional growth and EMR skill development (PointClickCare)

Apply now for this Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) opportunity in Kankakee, IL (60901). Join our healthcare team today and help deliver high-quality resident care in this rewarding long-term care nursing job.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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