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Licensed Nurse (Baylor)

Wesley Manor Retirement Community

Job Location:

Louisville, KY - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 28 - 39

Posted: 14 August 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 11 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Licensed Nurse (Baylor)

Department:Health Care Center
Reports To:Assistant Director of Health Care Center
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Compensation:$28.00$39.95 per hour based on licensure experience and qualifications with Baylor 8-hour bonus
Shift:630AM to 11PM
Schedule:Saturdays and Sundays

Position Summary

The Licensed Nurse in the Health Care Center provides skilled nursing care and clinical support to residents requiring short-term rehabilitation long-term care and ongoing medical support. This position may be filled by either a Licensed Practical Nurse or a Registered Nurse depending on facility needs candidate qualifications and licensure.

The position is responsible for providing safe effective compassionate and resident-centered nursing care in accordance with applicable laws regulations facility policies professional standards and the employees scope of licensure. Licensed Practical Nurses and Registered Nurses may perform shared licensed nursing duties; however Registered Nurses may also be assigned additional duties requiring RN-level licensure clinical judgment assessment supervision delegation or oversight.

Compensation is determined by licensure level experience qualifications and assigned responsibilities. LPN candidates are paid within the LPN pay range and RN candidates are paid within the RN pay range.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administer medications treatments and nursing interventions as prescribed by physicians or authorized providers ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to medication administration protocols.
Perform nursing observations and assessments consistent with the employees scope of licensure including vital signs physical observations resident status monitoring and identification of changes in condition.
Monitor residents for signs of decline distress infection pain behavioral changes or medical emergencies and take appropriate nursing action in accordance with established procedures.
Provide direct nursing care including wound care catheter care restorative support treatments and assistance with activities of daily living as needed.
Assist with the implementation evaluation and updating of individualized resident care plans in collaboration with residents families physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
Communicate effectively with residents families physicians pharmacy providers nursing leadership and interdisciplinary team members to support continuity and coordination of care.
Serve as a liaison between residents families and healthcare professionals by relaying important information addressing concerns and supporting resident-centered care.
Document and maintain accurate timely and complete medical records including assessments observations medication administration records treatment records care plan updates progress notes and significant events.
Support admissions discharges transfers care conferences and related clinical documentation as assigned.
Implement and uphold infection control safety resident rights confidentiality and regulatory compliance standards.
Respond promptly and effectively to resident needs changes in condition emergencies and other urgent clinical situations.
Collaborate with physicians therapists social workers direct care staff and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and integrate resident care services.
Participate in quality improvement activities surveys audits in-services and other initiatives that support safe and compliant clinical operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional RN-Level Duties When Filled by a Registered Nurse

Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments requiring RN-level clinical judgment.
Exercise independent nursing judgment in evaluating resident condition clinical needs and appropriate nursing interventions.
Supervise delegate to and support Licensed Practical Nurses nursing assistants and other direct care staff in accordance with applicable standards and facility policy.
Provide clinical oversight and support to ensure quality care and compliance with established nursing standards.
Assist with higher-level care planning resident condition reviews admissions discharges transfers and interdisciplinary coordination as assigned.
Participate in clinical leadership functions audits quality improvement activities and regulatory compliance efforts as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

High school diploma or GED required.
Active Licensed Practical Nurse license or active Registered Nurse license in the state of Kentucky required.
Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred for Registered Nurse candidates.
Knowledge of nursing practice medication administration infection control resident care documentation and long-term care standards.
Ability to provide compassionate resident-centered care while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Ability to recognize respond to and report changes in resident condition.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with residents families physicians nursing leadership and interdisciplinary team members.
Ability to document accurately and comply with legal ethical regulatory and facility standards.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
For RN candidates ability to perform comprehensive nursing assessments exercise sound clinical judgment supervise delegate and support clinical and direct care staff.
Commitment to ongoing professional development which may include workshops seminars certifications in-services and specialized training related to long-term care rehabilitation geriatric nursing or Health Care Center operations.

Benefits Summary

At Wesley Manor we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being financial security and work-life balance. Some of the highlights include:

Competitive Salary & Culture:Enjoy a competitive salary with shift differentials and join a workplace recognized as a Worlds Best Culture organization. We are a faith-based community focused on compassion and service.
Health & Well-Being:We offer medical dental and vision insurance along with Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is also available for confidential support.
Income Protection & Insurance:We provide employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance as well as options for voluntary life disability accident and critical illness coverage.
Retirement & Professional Growth:Take advantage of our 401(k) plan with a company match and explore numerous opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
WorkLife Balance:We offer generous paid time off six paid holidays annually and a supportive culture that promotes your well-being.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wesley Manor Retirement Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy national origin age disability veteran status genetic information or any other protected status under applicable federal state or local law. We are committed to maintaining a respectful inclusive and professional workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect.

And theres even more!When you join our team youll discover a full suite of benefits that make Wesley Manor a truly rewarding place to work.

And theres even more! When you join our team youll discover a full suite of benefits that make Wesley Manor a truly rewarding place to work.

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