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Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse LPN- Veteran Pathway

Tyson Foods · IL · $23.08–$38.46 an hour · Full time

Posted Oct 5, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you responded to a medical emergency. What did you do in the first few minutes?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm, prioritize airway and bleeding, and get help moving fast in a plant setting.

How does your military medical experience translate to caring for team members in a food processing plant?

What they are checking: Whether they can map protocol-driven military care onto workplace injuries and wellness without overselling or underselling it.

Tell me about a time you disagreed with a care decision someone else made. How did you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they speak up through the right channels while keeping a working relationship with the team.

How do you keep your own standards high when you're the only medical person on a shift?

What they are checking: Whether they can work independently with discipline and know when to escalate beyond their scope.

What would you do

A team member comes in with a cut hand and says it's fine, they just want a bandage and to get back to the line. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they assess properly and document honestly even when the worker wants to downplay the injury.

A supervisor asks you what's wrong with one of their team members who came to see you. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they protect medical confidentiality while still giving managers the work-status information they actually need.

What would you do if you noticed several team members from the same area coming in with similar strains or injuries?

What they are checking: Whether they spot patterns and bring them to safety staff so the cause gets fixed, not just the symptoms.

About the work

How do you document a visit so that someone reading it later understands exactly what happened and what you did?

What they are checking: Whether their charting is complete and factual, since workplace injury records can matter for safety and legal reasons.

How would you educate a group of line workers about a communicable illness going around the plant?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach simply and practically to people from many backgrounds and languages on a busy floor.

Walk me through a basic health history and physical assessment for a new hire.

What they are checking: Whether they know the steps well enough to be thorough and consistent without a physician on site.

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Job Details: LPN or RN Nurse – Veteran Pathway Your m ilitary experience is welcomed. Your l eadership experience is valued. We are actively hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Registered Nurses (RNs) and encourag e U.S. military veterans to apply . If you’ve provided patient care, followed medical protocols, responded to emergencies, or documented treatment plans, your experience can translate directly into this role . This r ole has been designated as a Veteran Priority posting in accordance with Tyson Foods’ Veteran employment program. While open to all qualified applicants, candidates who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces may receive priority consideration through an expedited review via our Veteran recruiting pathway. Please visit ou r Veteran Landing Page to learn more. This requisition also serves as an active Veteran talent pipeline , allowing our recruiting team to proactively connect with Veterans whose skills align to current and future opportunities. What You’ll Do • Conduct medical history and physical assessments to promote health and prevent illness • Provide education and guidance to team members on communicable diseases and wellness initiatives. • Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical practice • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure team members’ safety and recovery • Respond quickly to incidents and emergencies to provide first aid and other emergency care, such as CPR, as needed Work Environment • Temperature ‑ controlled manufacturing environment with regular exposure to cold • Occasional exposure to vibration • Loud noise levels typical of manufacturing operations How Military Experience Fits Your military experience may be considered in lieu of some experience requirements outlined below . The following are shown for guidance only. Equivalent civilian experience will also be considered. • Various Military Nursing Positions • Operating Room or Surgical Assistant • Medical or Health Service Technic ian • Hospital Corpsman • Paramedic Relevant Backgrounds May Include (Not Required): • Army : 68W (Combat Medic Specialist), 68C (Practical Nursing Specialist), 68D (Operating Room Specialist), 68X (Behavioral Health Specialist) • Air Force : 4N0X1 (Aerospace Medical Service), 4N1X1 (Surgical Service), 4A0X1 (Health Services Management) • Navy : HM (Hospital Corpsman), HM-8404 (Field Medical Service Technician) • Marine Corps : HM (Hospital Corpsman – assigned to Marine units), medical support roles aligned to Fleet Marine Force • Coast Guard : HS (Health Services Technician) Requirements (Must Haves) • Education: Current unrestricted state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) is required. • Experience: 1+ years of nursing experience is preferred but not required. Occupational Health experience is not required. We will train on the job! • Computer Skills: Basic computer skills and comfort with electronic medical documentation. • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to get along with others. • Special Skills: Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities. • Physical Requirements: Must be able to walk unassisted through the plant, quickly respond to medical emergencies, climb stairs, assess team members swiftly, and perform CPR if required; ensure team members and supervisors are following prescribed modified restricted duty requirements. At Tyson Foods, Veterans don’t just find jobs — they find a mission and a team. LPN Compensation Range: $23.08-$38.46 RN Compensation Range: $30.29-$51.44 The posted compensation range reflects Tyson Foods Inc. national average range for this role. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors, including geographic location, relevant experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and business needs. 
 Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: ALL SHIFTS (United States of America) Pay Range/Rate: Incentives: Annual Incentive Plan: No Long-Term Incentive Plan: No Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended. Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package. Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role. Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection, click here .

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