Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

AdventHealth; Hinsdale (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is seeking an LPN to join the home health care team in Hinsdale, IL. This Full Time, Day shift position covers Elmwood Park, Franklin Park, River Grove, Melrose Park, Rosemont and Scheller Park area, with weekend/call rotation and patient education responsibilities.

You will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, administer medications, perform procedures within scope, document care, and collaborate with the care team to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of practical nursing theory, modalities and skills.
• Ability to multitask with strong organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication with team, patients and families.
• Sound judgment and critical thinking in clinical scenarios.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient education, medication administration, wound care as directed by RN.
• Administers medications and performs treatments within training scope.
• Documents care and vital signs in patient records.
• Communicates changes to the home health care team and RN.
• Rotates weekend/call coverage and participates in emergency triage.

Skills

Practical nursing knowledge

Multitasking & organization

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Sound judgment & critical thinking

Team & customer service oriented

MS Office basic computer skills

English proficiency

Background check compliance

Emergency decision making

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Technical/Vocational School

LPN

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

120 N OAK ST

City:

HINSDALE

State:

Illinois

Postal Code:

60521

Job Description:

Schedule:Full Time

Shift:Day shift Monday-Friday 8am-5:00pm - rotate call and weekends.

Location: Covering Elmwood Pk, Franklin Pk, River Grove, Melrose Pk, Rosemont, and Scheller Park Area.

• Develops professional and clinical skills through attendance at staff development meetings, pertinent educational activities, and professional affiliations.
• Participates in the review process and the agency performance improvement program.
• Provides patient education, medication administration, wound dressing changes, and ostomy care as directed by the RN and ordered by the physician.
• Displays flexibility in accepting assignment changes and participates in weekend/after-hours coverage and call rotation.
• Reports pertinent observations to the attending physician and RN, and implements changes in the patient care plan as directed.
• Communicates changes to the appropriate members of the home health care team.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills with all team members, patients, and families.
• Maintains clinical record information in accordance with established standards and within established time frames.
• Provides direct patient care responsibilities for assigned patients in an efficient, organized manner under the direction of the RN.
• Performs treatments within their scope of training and administers medications to assigned patients.
• Assesses patients during clinical check-in, documents pertinent medical information and vital signs, and assesses for signs of abuse or neglect using age-specific guidelines.
• Administers treatments, medications, and follow-up assessments ordered by the provider, verifying as needed, and responds appropriately in clinical emergencies and triage situations.
• Performs diagnostic and occupational medicine testing, including EKG, spirometry, audiometry, titmus, and pulse oximetry, and complete forensic testing collections in accordance with established guidelines.
• Collects data specific to the age of the patient and contributes to their plan of care.
• Receives, verifies, and implements physician orders, ensuring orders taken by the LPN are co-signed by an RN.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of practical nursing theory, modalities, treatments, and skills [Required]
• A high level of multitasking, organization, and proactive communication skills are necessary [Required]
• Problem-solving abilities [Required]
• Positive interpersonal communication skills [Required]
• Must possess sound judgment and critical thinking skills {Required]
• Team and customer service oriented {Required]
• Must be able to manage multiple details, tasks, and decision-making abilities under busy and stressful working conditions [Required]
• Basic computer skills required including but not limited to MS Office [Required] ; additional computer knowledge [Preferred]
• Venipuncture skills [Required]
• Must be proficient in the English language; additional languages [Preferred]
• Background check meets organizational guidelines [Required]
• Requires individuals to be able to make emergency and mature independent judgments and decisions [Required]
• Must have excellent communication skills, be flexible, and able to interact positively with associates [Required]
• Knowledge with a Point of Care software system for patient care documentation [Preferred]

Educajtion:

• High School Grad or Equivalent [Required]
• Technical/Vocational School [Required]

Field of Study:ducation:

• LPN

Work Experience:

• 1+ year of medical/surgical experience [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• N/A

Licenses and Certifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• IV Certified (IV) [Preferred]
• Driver's License (DL) [Required]
• Auto Insurance (AL) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

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Pay Range:

$22.68 - $42.19

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.