LPN - Emegency Room - Full Time

Humboldt Park Health Careers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Humboldt Park Health is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient care in the Emergency Department under RN or physician direction.

The role supports RN-led triage, reports urgent findings, and delivers care within Illinois LPN scope and hospital policy. A full-time schedule from 11am to 11pm applies, with shift differentials as policy allows.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of similar experience preferred.
• LPN license and active certifications as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the Emergency Department under RN or physician direction.
• Support RN-led triage and report urgent findings.
• Document care and observations in the medical record with accuracy.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments within LPN scope.
• Assist with stabilization, emergency response, and resuscitation as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

EMR software

Education

LPN license

Tools

EMR system

Job description

As a community-based hospital, Humboldt Park Health reinvests in the community through programs that serve the poor and uninsured, manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, provide health education, and promote initiatives and outreach for older adults. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring, and connection for the patients and families in the community we call home.

Since its founding in 1894, Humboldt Park Health has been deeply committed to serving the Humboldt Park community. Humboldt Park Health is a 200-bed acute care facility providing patient-centered healthcare services focused on quality and compassionate care, ranging from everyday healthcare needs to treatment for the most critical conditions.

Join a Team That Cares for You, Too

Caring for others starts with supporting the people who make it possible. We are committed to supporting our employees with meaningful benefits, retirement planning support, and opportunities for continued growth and development. Whether you are seeking a full-time, part-time, or Registry position, you will be part of a compassionate, team-oriented environment dedicated to caring for both our patients and our staff.

Benefits eligibility and offerings vary based on employment status and applicable plan requirements. Eligible employees may have access to:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, subject to eligibility requirements
• Paid Time Off (PTO), which may increase with years of service
• Employee discount at the Humboldt Park Health Wellness Center
• Education reimbursement, subject to eligibility requirements
• Employee wellness programs
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Opportunities for additional shifts, where applicable

Benefits, eligibility, and employer contributions are subject to the applicable plan documents, employment status, and organizational policies.

Position Summary

Provides patient care in the Emergency Department under RN or physician direction. Supports RN-led triage, reports urgent findings, and delivers care within Illinois LPN scope and hospital policy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collects and documents patient histories, presenting complaints, and care.
• Supports RN-led triage; gathers focused history and vital signs, reports urgent findings to the RN for acuity assignment.
• Monitors patient status and response; promptly reports changes to the RN or provider.
• Documents care and observations accurately in the medical record.
• Assists with personal care, comfort, and safe transfers.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments within LPN scope; provides wound care.
• Collects specimens and prepares patients and equipment for tests.
• Assists with stabilization, emergency response, resuscitation, and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• 1+ year of similar experience preferred

Licensure and Certification

• BLS required
• ACLS required
• CPI within 30 days required

Where a professional license or certification is required, the candidate must maintain the applicable license or certification throughout employment and comply with applicable renewal and reporting requirements.

Humboldt Park Health may verify applicable professional licenses, certifications, education, employment history, and other credentials as permitted or required by applicable law and organizational policy.

Schedule

This position follows a full-time/ schedule with hours of 11am-11pm. Flexibility may be required based on patient care and operational needs.

Shift Differentials

Shift differentials may apply based on the current Humboldt Park Health policy at the time the hours are worked.

Compensation

Pay Range: $ 32 – $ 36 per hour

The pay range represents the budgeted compensation range for this position. Final offers may vary based on job-related factors, including qualifications, education, experience, skill set, internal equity, applicable policies, and other factors permitted by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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