PRN Nurse - RN or LPN

Rosecrance Behavioral Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 38,159 - 44,868; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in behavioral health services is seeking dedicated nursing professionals to join their mission-driven team. This role focuses on providing high-quality care for individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges. As a member of a collaborative team, you will ensure continuity of care, manage nursing responsibilities, and educate clients and families. With a commitment to ethical practice and community health, this position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. If you are passionate about helping individuals achieve lasting recovery, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Strong written skills for documentation and communication.
• CPR training required within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services in a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Coordinate nursing activities and manage client care.

Skills

Written communication skills

Computer proficiency

CPR training

Nursing case management

Culturally competent customer service

Education

LPN certification

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Tools

Electronic healthcare record systems

Medical equipment

Job description

Location: Rosecrance Griffin Williamson, 1601 University Drive, Rockford, IL 61107, USA

Join a purpose-driven community of champions.

Rosecrance seeks dedicated individuals to provide the highest quality care to treat substance use disorder and mental health issues. We’re focused on one thing: Providing the best opportunity for long and lasting recovery.

Position Purpose: Provide continuity of nursing program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. Participate as a team member in the delivery of addictions treatment services to clients and their families and facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements:

• Adequate written skills to accurately complete required documentation within the time frames prescribed.
• Computer proficiency required.
• Ability to navigate and complete documentation in the electronic healthcare record within prescribed time frames.
• Ability to present and coordinate lectures for clients, staff or community.
• CPR training or complete within three months.
• Adhere to prescribed work hours set by leadership and fulfill additional hours as necessary to complete assigned responsibilities.
• Responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse’s obligation to provide optimum client care.
• Promotes, advocates for and strives to protect the health, safety and rights of the client.
• Assume nursing case management responsibilities for designated clients.
• Coordinate and oversee all aspects of nursing activities for assigned clients.
• Adherence to Rosecrance Medication Management Plan including medication identification, procurement, storage, education, administration and monitoring.
• Provides education and/or lectures on medical topics for clients, family, staff and public as necessary.
• Builds and maintains professional relationships with colleagues, interdisciplinary teams and outside providers.
• Assess physical and medical needs of assigned clients.
• Be sensitive to and act upon any medical or emotional crisis.
• Document to ensure the client service record is maintained and in compliance with all applicable regulations and Rosecrance policy.
• Document and follow through with all physician orders and communicate with client’s personal physician as required.
• Participate in Infection Control activities and maintain knowledge of current infection control techniques.
• Able to demonstrate competent use of all medical equipment and technology.
• Maintains appropriate therapeutic and professional relationships.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities as assigned.
• Maintain annual certification in Healthcare provider CPR.
• Serve as a member of the Nursing team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
• Understand and comply with all of the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
• Perform all responsibilities in compliance with the mission, vision, values and expectations of Rosecrance.
• Able to provide culturally competent and exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
• Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
• Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by management.

Work hours: PRN

Job type: PRN

Work Location: Rosecrance Griffin Williamson Campus – Rockford, IL

Compensation & Rewards:

• Starting Pay (based on education, experience, and credentials):
  • LPN - $27.70 per hour
  • Associate’s - $31.20 per hour
  • Bachelor’s - $32.57 per hour

About Us:

Rosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. Join us in our mission to foster lasting recovery and transform lives.

We are committed to providing careers that make a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the people we employ. We do this through the work we do, our core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope.

Health and Safety:

Committed to upholding a drug-free environment, we prioritize the safety and well-being of both our employees and those under our care. Our zero-tolerance policy extends to all forms of drug use, including marijuana. As a part of our hiring process, candidates are required to undergo an occupational health screening, further ensuring the safety and security of our workplace community.

Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the requirements of the position.

Rosecrance proudly participates in the AARP Employer Pledge Program and is a partner of MSEP (Military Spouse Employment Partnership).