LVN/LPN - Wound Care

Prime Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Wound Care department. This full-time, days shift role involves delivering direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, within the scope of practice.

Required IL LPN license and BLS, with preferred 1 year of acute care and wound care knowledge; WCC certification should be pursued within 1 year of hire. Compensation includes benefits and a competitive total rewards program.

Qualifications

• Current and valid license as an LPN issued by the State Illinois.
• BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.
• Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
• Wound care knowledge/experience preferred (1 year), including wound assessment, treatment documentation, and product utilization.
• Wound Care Certification – WCC designation within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct and indirect patient care services within the scope of practice, meeting psychosocial, physical and general care needs, and communicates with patient and family; works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Skills

Wound care knowledge

BLS certification

Education

LPN license – Illinois

BLS (AHA) certification

WCC certification within 1 year

Job description

Overview

• Department: Wound Care
• Schedule: Full-Time, Days, 8- Hour Shift
• Hospital: Resurrection Medical Center
• Location: Chicago, IL 60631

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse 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.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Must have current and valid license as an LPN issued by the State Illinois.2. BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.3. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.4. Previous Wound care knowledge and or experience preferred (1 Year), including wound assessment, treatment documentation, and product utilization. 5. Wound Care Certification – WCC designation within 1 year

Pay Transparency

Resurrection Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $31.00 to $40.00. 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