Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Sevita
Location: Hanover
Posted on: March 5, 2026
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Job Description:
REM Community Services , a part of the Sevita family, provides
community-based services for individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the
right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling
career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships
that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a
career well lived. Licensed Practical Nurse $26.00 per hour What
Our Nurses Say "Here at Sevita, I can go sit and have conversations
to really get to know the individuals. That connection is one of
the biggest things that helps me care for them medically too." -
Jennifer, LPN This is a fantastic role to continue your nursing
career path and work within a setting that offers variety and
rewarding challenges. You will have high-impact work by providing
nursing services, training, and supports to address the medical or
psychiatric needs of individuals with a brain injury, intellectual
and developmental disability, a substance use disorder, and/or has
an emotional or behavioral disability. Monitor the health
conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are
provided. Administer medications and provide documentation as well
as oversee and monitor staff members who administer medications.
Provide prescribed medical treatment by physician’s orders and
personal care services. Conduct assessments, implement health care
services to be included in each Individual Service Plan (ISP), and
respond to changes of condition. Provide training to staff members
including universal precautions, infection control, and medication
administration. Serve as liaison and advocate with other medical
and professional service providers as well as work with external
agencies to coordinate services and ensure consistent treatment of
individuals receiving care. Provide training for individuals served
with topics including self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex
education/STD prevention, and smoking cessation. Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field, or state
certificate One year of experience working with population served
in a nursing capacity Current state LPN or LVN licensure for state
of residence Current driver's license, car registration, and auto
insurance Other certifications as required by state licensing
regulations such as CPR/FA and HIV/AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT
training Ability to effectively communicate with staff, individuals
served, and families Why Join Us? Full compensation/benefits
package for full-time employees. 401(k) with company match. Paid
time off and holiday pay. Rewarding work, impacting the lives of
those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers. Enjoy
job security with nationwide career development and advancement
opportunities. We have a rewarding work environment for you – come
join our team – Apply Today! Sevita is a leading provider of home
and community-based specialized health care. We believe that
everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide
people with quality services and individualized supports that lead
to growth and independence, regardless of the physical,
intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this
our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team
members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000
individuals we serve all over the U.S. As an equal opportunity
employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender
identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information,
veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected
by law.
Keywords: Sevita, Oak Lawn , Licensed Practical Nurse, Healthcare , Hanover, Illinois
