LPN, Med/Surg

CGH Medical Center; Sterling, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gift Shop Discount

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Dietary Discount

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Job summary

CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide professional nursing under supervision within an assigned unit, utilizing the nursing process to ensure quality patient care.

Shift is 12-hour with every 3rd weekend rotation; this PRN role offers flexible scheduling and a range of benefits, including discounts and an employee assistance program, supporting a committed healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing education program.
• Current Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse Licensure.
• Experience in acute care setting preferred.
• Must obtain BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care using the nursing process under supervision.
• Maintains patient records and documents using computer systems as needed.
• Administers medications and IV therapies per policy.
• Assists with patient/family education and discharge planning.
• Recognizes and responds to emergencies appropriately.
• Collaborates with RN/Physician in care planning and delegation.
• Promotes a professional practice environment for the team.
• Applies current nursing knowledge to practice.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Documentation

Emergency response

Education

LPN education program

Illinois LPN licensure

Job description

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can.

Shift 12-hour shifts; every 3rd weekend rotation Scheduled Weekly Hours 0.4

POSITION PURPOSE

Provides professional nursing under supervision within an assigned unit, department or specialty area utilizing the nursing process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensures optimal patient care utilizing the nursing process under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
• Maintains patient records and documents to ensure an accurate record of the patient’s medical and nursing care, to include computer systems as necessary.
• Administers and controls narcotics, medications and IV therapies in accordance with the Licensed Practical Nurse, Nurse Practice Act.
• Assists with assessing and planning patient/family education and discharge needs.
• Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.
• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse or Physician in problem-solving to include initiating, delegating and evaluating patient care team functions.
• Promotes an environment conducive to professional practice by functioning as a role model and resource person for other patient services team members.
• Practices competencies in nursing skills based upon current scientific knowledge.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing education program required.
• Current Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse Licensure required.
• Previous experience working in an acute care setting is preferred.
• In-depth working knowledge of current concepts, principles and procedures used in patient care within an acute care setting, preferred.
• Must obtain BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.

Compensation Range $24.20 - $36.30

Available Benefits for PRN Positions

• Gift Shop Discount
• CGH Day Care Discount
• CGH Dietary Discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• CGH Pharmacy Discount
• CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center. Extraordinary care. Extraordinary service. Extraordinary people. Since 1909, CGH Medical Center has been serving Sterling, Rock Falls and the surrounding communities with exceptional quality healthcare. Through the years, there’s been one constant, the passion of our employees for making a difference. As part of CGH, you’ll join a team that’s focused on delivering the best health care and patient experience for all of the communities we serve. From our hospital and Main Clinic to our 16 outlying clinics, our physicians and employees are dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to our patients, friends and family with outstanding skill and heartfelt compassion.