Start a new career as a Transitional Care Nurse Manager (LPN/RN) at The Lutheran Home Skilled Nursing Community!
Make a meaningful impact during one of the most critical points in a resident’s care journey. At The Lutheran Home, part of the Lutheran Life Communities family, you will thrive in a faith-based, mission-driven organization where team members are supported, valued, and called to serve. Our culture promotes growth, recognizes excellence, and invests in the people who provide exceptional care.
Why Join Us?
- Mission-Driven Culture: Connect with residents, families, and team members in meaningful ways
- Competitive Pay: Salary position with credit given for experience
- Schedule: Full-time day shift with on-call weekend rotation required
- Leadership Opportunity: Play a key role in care transitions, outcomes, and rehospitalization prevention
- Recognition Program: Earn recognition for exceptional service through our Culture Program
- Structured Training: Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing development support
- Quick Hiring: Apply today and receive a response within 48 hours
What You’ll Do:
- Serve as the primary clinical coordinator for residents transitioning into and out of the the Long Term Care or Transitional Care Unit
- Oversee and manage clinical care plans to ensure optimal recovery and successful discharge outcomes
- Collaborate with physicians, therapy, case management, social services, and interdisciplinary team members
- Monitor resident progress and proactively address changes in condition to prevent rehospitalizations
- Educate residents, families, and staff on care plans, expectations, and recovery goals
- Support admissions, assessments, and care coordination for short-term rehabilitation residents
- Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations, as well as organizational policies
- Participate in weekend on-call rotation to support clinical operations and continuity of care
What You’ll Need:
- Current Illinois LPN or RN license required
- 2+ years of nursing experience in skilled nursing, transitional care, rehabilitation, or long-term care preferred
- Prior leadership, care coordination, or nurse manager experience preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams and managing complex care transitions
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care
Benefits Available to You:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement savings plan
- Daily Pay option
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition reimbursement program
- WellBeing mental health support
- 24/7 Chaplain counseling
- Structured career development through the 365 Program
Skills Required
- Current Illinois LPN or RN license
- 2+ years of nursing experience in skilled nursing, transitional care, rehabilitation, or long-term care
- Prior leadership, care coordination, or nurse manager experience
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams and managing complex care transitions
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care
What We Do
Lutheran Life Communities is a growing, non-profit organization that has faithfully provided residential options and innovative services for seniors and their families since 1892, empowering vibrant, grace-filled living across the generations.
