Behavioral Health LPN: Compassionate Care, Community Impact

Norwegian American Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Education reimbursement

Employee wellness programs

Employee discount

Job summary

Humboldt Park Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Behavioral Health in Chicago, IL. The role requires compassionate, skilled care under supervision of a registered nurse or physician, with duties spanning history taking, monitoring vitals, and basic patient support.

This full-time, on-site position offers diverse shifts, opportunities for growth in a team-focused environment and competitive hourly pay between $32 and $36, with eligible benefits and career development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as LPN or similar role.
• Ability to undertake diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures.
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices.
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology.
• Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry.
• Perfect physical condition and stamina.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and able to handle stress.
• Successful completion of LPN license program required.

Responsibilities

• Record a patient’s medical history accurately.
• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, etc.
• Observe patients under treatment to identify progress and side-effects.
• Monitor patients’ condition and compose patient charts.
• Assist patients with daily activities such as eating and bathing.
• Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas, and assist wounds care.
• Collect samples for lab testing as assigned.
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed.
• Communicate with patients’ family or friends for guidance and release instructions.

Skills

LPN experience

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

MS Office

Communication skills

Stamina

Compassion

Education

LPN license

Tools

MS Office

Data entry

Job description

Humboldt Park Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Behavioral Health in Chicago, IL. The role requires compassionate, skilled care under supervision of a registered nurse or physician, with duties spanning history taking, monitoring vitals, and basic patient support.

This full-time, on-site position offers diverse shifts, opportunities for growth in a team-focused environment and competitive hourly pay between $32 and $36, with eligible benefits and career development.