Staff Nurse - LPN; Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Marklund is built on our mission of making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities. Our services are designed to enhance the lives of our residents in a meaningful way, but we can’t do it alone. We are seeking dedicated Staff Nurses with LPN licensure to join our diverse team in Geneva and be a part of our life‑changing mission.

Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential, educational, and therapy services to infants, children, teens, and adults with serious and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs. With two residential locations—Marklund Hyde Center in Geneva and Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin—it is currently home to nearly 178 residents. The Marklund Day School offers multi‑needs and life‑skills programs for children and young adults with multiple medical needs and those diagnosed on the autism spectrum.

In addition, our community day services program at each site is a therapeutic day program for adults who reside at Marklund and those who come in from the community.

We have flexible full‑time and part‑time shifts available with an hourly rate of $32.25‑$34.75 based on qualifications and experience. The position includes various shift differentials: $1 for PM weekdays, $2 for night weekdays, $5 for AM weekends, $6 for PM weekends, and $7 for night weekends. Our PRN/IHR (On‑Call) LPN rate is $33/hr with an additional $2 differential for weekends.

Joining Marklund is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person and works together to create happy, safe, and purpose‑filled lives for those we serve. Marklund is a place where you can thrive professionally, grow in your career, and find work variety, scheduling consistency, or career advancement. You’ll receive innovative benefits, flexible opportunities, competitive pay rates for nurses with experience, and extensive training to help new graduates launch your nursing career.

• Administer medications, tube feedings, and treatments as prescribed.
• Prepare quarterly health assessments and annual assessments.
• Inform physicians of changes in resident health status and implement physicians’ orders to assure optimal health care.
• Complete daily charting for care provided.
• Act as a liaison between residents, parents, physicians, consultants, and case manager regarding resident status.

Please note that this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), current on the Illinois Health Care Worker Registry.
• Possess current BLS CPR certification for Healthcare Workers.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and meet its functional and environmental requirements.
• An exceptional work ethic, positive attitude, and strong commitment to providing excellent care to our residents.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and a desire to contribute to a strong culture where the entire team works together for the good of each resident.

Full‑Time Employees

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance for all FT employees
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Long‑Term Disability
• Voluntary Short‑Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • * School Employees Receive “Closed Days” and Sick/Personal
• PTO Cash‑In & Conversion Twice Per Year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Extended Sick Bank
• 7 Paid Holidays per Year

Full‑Time And Part‑Time Employee Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Credit Union Membership
• Retirement Savings Plan – eligible upon hire (
  Marklund matches up to 5%)

• Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration
• Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years
• Claire Haverkampf (founder) Annual Commemorative Award
• You Caught My Eye – Monthly Employee Award
• Thanksgiving Turkey
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program

• We promote from within whenever possible
• You are paid while you train:
  • In‑House Training Programs
  • Leadership Training Program
• Employee Workshops on a variety of topics

Benefits/Programs are subject to change.

Are you ready to contribute to Marklund’s mission and vision, and become an integral part of enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve?
Apply today!