Licensed Practical Nurse, Shady Oaks West

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois; Homer Glen (IL); On-site; USD 56,481,600 - 59,236,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dayforce Wallet

Salary $33/Hour

Healthcare insurance

Paid time off

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join a multidisciplinary team three days a week. You will provide direct nursing services to clients in substance use treatment programs and collaborate with social workers, nurses, support staff, and a medical provider to ensure safe, quality care.

Responsibilities include administering TB tests, delivering health information, carrying out treatment orders, coordinating health information exchange, and

Qualifications

• Clear communication in writing and speaking.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer TB tests and read results.
• Provide general health information regarding TB/Hepatitis/HIV.
• Carry out physician/medical provider’s treatment orders.
• Coordinate health information exchange with primary care physicians and psychiatrists, in accordance with client privacy laws.
• Complete and maintain all required documentation related to client services on time, accurately, and per policy and procedures.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences of clients, coworkers, and community.

Skills

Clear communication

Organization

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Health Record

Job description

Overview

LSSI is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), 3 days a week. Responsible for providing direct nursing services to clients and functioning as a key member of a team of social workers, nurses, support staff, and a medical provider who are responsible for safe and quality client care in substance abuse programs.

Benefits

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Salary $33/Hourly.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed.

Essential Functions

• Administer TB tests and read results.
• Provide general health information regarding TB/Hepatitis/HIV.
• Carry out physician/medical provider’s treatment orders.
• Coordinate health information exchange with primary care physicians and psychiatrists, in accordance with client privacy laws.
• Complete and maintain all required documentation related to client services on time, accurately, and per policy and procedures.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences of clients, coworkers, and community.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individuals in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.

Position Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Background check clearance required.
• Nursing license in good standing in the State of Illinois required.
• Minimum of two (2) years nursing experience required.
• Experience in substance abuse or mental health field preferred.
• Experience using Electronic Health Record preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organization, presentation, and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.