Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN)

The Alden Network; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Paid Time Off

Retirement / Pension Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

The Alden Network in Illinois is seeking a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse to provide direct nursing care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You will develop and follow care plans, supervise daily rounds, prepare and administer medications as ordered, and maintain a warm, calm environment for residents.

Strong communication and decision-making skills are essential to work with staff, families, and physicians in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN or LPN in the State of Illinois.
• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
• Able to deal tactfully with customers, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies, and the public.
• Personable, enthusiastic, resourceful, and able to cope with mental and emotional stress.

Responsibilities

• Develop and follow a written plan of care for each customer identifying problems/needs.
• Make daily rounds to ensure nursing personnel perform duties and that procedures are followed; accompany physicians as needed.
• Create and maintain a warm, personal, calm atmosphere throughout the department.
• Prepare and administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physician.
• Address other care and well-being needs of customers.

Skills

RN/LPN license (IL)

Nursing practices

Independent decision-making

Interpersonal skills

Job description

• Responsible to provide direct nursing care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Job Summary

• Responsible to provide direct nursing care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN or LPN in the State of Illinois.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with customers, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be personable, enthusiastic, and resourceful and be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people.

Essential Functions

• Assist in developing a written plan of care for each customer that identifies the problems/needs of the customer.
• Make daily rounds to ensure nursing personnel are performing required duties, and to ensure appropriate procedures are being followed. Make physical rounds to all customers daily. Make rounds with physicians as necessary.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the department.
• Prepare and administer medications and treatments if appropriate as ordered by the physician.
• Anything else pertinent to the customers’ care and well-being.

GENERAL BENEFITS:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement / Pension Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance