LPN - Behavioral Health

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse to deliver direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision in an ER setting. The role requires IV and BW certifications within 90 days of hire and a current BLS certificate.

EMTALA awareness and ability to triage efficiently are essential, with preferred prior healthcare experience. This is a full-time, day shift position with competitive benefits and compensation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• LPN or LVN license required.
• IV and BW certifications within 90 days of hire.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Work experience in health care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care within the scope of practice.
• Work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrate knowledge of EMTALA regulations and ER triage processes.

Skills

LPN/LVN

BLS certification

IV certification

Blood withdrawal

EMTALA knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

LPN or LVN license

Job description

Responsibilities

The Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Psychiatric Technician provides direct and indirect patient care services requiring technical and manual skills, within the scope of practice, that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care, and meets the communication needs of the patient and family; Performs under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates knowledge of EMTALA Regulations and triage process in the ER setting.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Psychiatric Technician provides direct and indirect patient care services requiring technical and manual skills, within the scope of practice, that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care, and meets the communication needs of the patient and family; Performs under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates knowledge of EMTALA Regulations and triage process in the ER setting.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) required.
• IV certification and Blood Withdrawal (BW) certification within 90 days of hire date.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Work experience in health care preferred.

Pay Transparency

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $35.00. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf