Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Legacy Pointe at UCF is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide direct nursing care to residents in a Life Plan Community setting in Orlando, Florida. This position offers the opportunity to work across Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Memory Care departments, caring for older adults in a resident-focused environment that emphasizes quality care, safety, and compassionate support.

Clinical Setting

Legacy Pointe at UCF is a Life Plan Community offering a full continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing. You will work in a climate-controlled healthcare environment providing direct resident care.

Position Overview

The LPN provides direct nursing care under the direction of nursing leadership and in accordance with applicable nursing regulations and established care plans. You will work in one or more of the following departments based on qualifications, preferences, and staffing needs: Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, or Memory Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care in accordance with physician orders, established care plans, and nursing standards
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately within the LPN scope of practice
• Monitor residents for changes in physical, emotional, behavioral, and cognitive conditions
• Report significant changes in resident condition to appropriate nursing staff or healthcare providers
• Take and document vital signs, blood glucose readings, and other clinical observations
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, and other nursing procedures as authorized and assigned
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation using electronic medical records
• Assist with developing, implementing, and updating individualized resident care plans within assigned responsibilities
• Communicate effectively with physicians, residents, families, nursing supervisors, and interdisciplinary team members
• Provide direction and support to Certified Nursing Assistants and other care team members consistent with applicable regulations and departmental procedures
• Respond promptly to resident needs, changes in condition, and emergency situations
• Assist with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges as assigned
• Follow infection prevention, medication safety, and resident safety procedures
• Provide appropriate care and reassurance to residents with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and other cognitive impairments
• Maintain residents' rights, privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and emotional well-being
• Encourage resident independence while providing appropriate nursing support
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly supplied treatment and nursing areas
• Complete required documentation, training, and other assigned responsibilities

Schedule and Shifts

Full-time and part-time opportunities are available depending on staffing needs.

Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Overnight Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Additional shifts and opportunities across departments may be available based on staffing needs.

Shift Differentials

Applicable shift differentials are paid based on hours worked.

Weekdays (Monday 7 AM – Friday 11 PM):

• 7 AM – 3 PM: No differential
• 3 PM – 11 PM: Additional $1.50/hour
• 11 PM – 7 AM: Additional $1.00/hour

Weekends (Friday 11 PM – Monday 7 AM):

• 7 AM – 3 PM: Additional $1.00/hour
• 3 PM – 11 PM: Additional $2.50/hour
• 11 PM – 7 AM: Additional $2.00/hour

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
• Current, active Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Knowledge of nursing procedures, medication administration, infection prevention, and resident safety
• Ability to recognize changes in resident condition and respond appropriately
• Strong clinical observation, critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to accurately document care using electronic medical records
• Ability to follow physician orders, established care plans, and nursing procedures
• Strong teamwork and ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a healthcare environment
• Patience, professionalism, dependability, and compassion when providing care to older adults

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Memory Care, long-term care, or a related healthcare setting
• PointClickCare electronic medical records experience

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and provide hands-on resident care throughout the shift
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to assist residents with mobility, transfers, and positioning
• Work is performed primarily indoors in a climate-controlled healthcare environment

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees receive access to benefits that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Short-term disability options
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off that grows with tenure
• Eight paid holidays annually
• Scholarship programs for employees and dependents
• Employee recognition and milestone awards
• Employee discounts on attractions, travel, and entertainment
• Annual employee appreciation events

Benefits and program eligibility depend on employment classification and applicable plan requirements.

Additional Requirements

Applicants for this position will be required to complete a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, per House Bill 531 (2025).