Nurse - LPN/RN

Symetriarecovery; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,460 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Symetria Recovery in Chicago, Illinois is seeking a qualified LPN or RN to deliver essential patient care in their outpatient rehab program. The role involves dispensing medications, monitoring vital signs, and collaborating closely with clinical staff to ensure effective treatment for patients.

The ideal candidate has experience in a substance abuse or behavioral health setting and holds a valid LPN or RN license in Illinois. This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $33.00 to $38.00, along with comprehensive benefits including insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Current valid LPN or RN license in the state of Illinois.
• 1-year experience as an LPN or RN required.
• Experience using KIPU or other EMR required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a leading role in treatment decisions.
• Responsible for dispensing medications and ensuring care is administered.
• Monitor patient’s vital signs and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Current valid LPN or RN license in Illinois

Experience dispensing medications

Knowledge of addiction and mental health disorders

Ability to work M-F 6:30am-3:30pm

Education

1 year experience as an LPN or RN

Tools

KIPU or other EMR

Job description

Who We Are:

Symetria Recovery is the #1 outpatient rehab in Illinois and Texas. It started with three simple, yet game‑changing core beliefs: Addiction is a disease; co‑occurring mental health conditions should be addressed, and patients deserve respect, not judgement. Symetria Recovery provides comprehensive substance abuse treatment with a focus on Medication‑Assisted Treatment (MAT) in a welcoming outpatient setting. Unlimited clinical services are available to our patients under our bundled‑service delivery model. Key services delivered through our Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) licensure include MAT, medically monitored psychiatric care, individual therapy, group therapy (IOP), 6‑day‑per‑week nursing care, and ongoing aftercare. Most of our patients being provided medication receive Buprenorphine products, but they can also receive Methadone, and any other FDA‑approved medication for addiction.

What You Will Do:

• Provide a leading role in treatment decisions by working closely with the Director of Nursing, Medical Provider, clinical staff, and Program Director.
• Responsible for dispensing medications and ensuring the appropriate medical care is administered for patients in recovery.
• Daily interactions with patients to provide support while assisting to improve their health and well‑being.
• Monitors patient’s vital signs for dose changes and other physical health information, maintains accurate records reflecting data, including general information relating to treatment results.
• Collects blood samples from patients and monitors and attends to the physical needs of the patient.
• Administers injectable medications, ensuring accurate prescribed dosage and timely delivery, educating clients in management of side effects, and obtaining pre‑authorization of prescriptions/medications from pharmacy, when needed.
• Administers and reads PPD, pregnancy tests, tuberculosis screening tests, and drug screens on patients and documents results.
• Maintains accurate inventory counts of all medicines and medical supplies and ensures adequate replacements are ordered on a timely basis, as well as reconciling inventory of Methadone, Suboxone, and Subutex at conclusion of dosing.
• Follows all Symetria policies, state regulations, federal guidelines, and DEA regulations.
• Employee is expected to perform all duties in accordance to work schedule and as assigned.

Who You Are:

• Current valid LPN or RN license in the state of Illinois.
• 1‑year experience as an LPN or RN required.
• Experience dispensing, handling, ordering, and stocking medications, required.
• Experience using KIPU or other EMR, required.
• Experience working as an LPN or RN in a substance abuse treatment (preferably MAT) or behavioral health setting, required.
• Knowledge of addiction and co‑occurring mental health disorders, required.
• Knowledge of recovery process and terminology, preferred.
• Ability to work M‑F 6:30am‑3:30pm and alternating Saturdays 7:30am‑9:00am.

Benefits Available to You:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• CEU reimbursement and paid time for continuing education.
• Licensure fee reimbursement.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Closed and paid major holidays.

Compensation for this position is based on market analysis and will be determined by additional factors such as location/state, skills, years of experience, relevant credentials, and education. The posted compensation range for this role is $33.00 to $38.00 per hour. We are committed to offering a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects all the factors previously outlined in conjunction with current market trends.

Come join a team that believes in and has a passion for providing personalized care to each individual that is a part of Symetria Recovery!