Lpn Medical Surgical

Job Summary:

The LVN/LPN must have a current Illinois practical nursing license, BLS certification, and at least two years of clinical experience in acute or ambulatory care.

Responsibilities:

• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and nursing standards.
• Perform patient assessments and monitor vital signs and clinical status.
• Assist with patient care activities and clinical procedures within scope of practice.
• Document nursing care and patient responses accurately in electronic medical records.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Maintain compliance with facility policies, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Float to other units or facilities as needed to meet patient care demands.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing program and current Illinois Practical Nurse license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Successful completion of pharmacology/medication administration coursework per Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation standards.
• Minimum of two years recent full-time clinical experience in acute care or ambulatory care settings.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience working in medical-surgical units or ambulatory care facilities.
• Familiarity with electronic health record systems such as Cerner.

Special Considerations:

• Floating to other units or facilities within the scope of practice is mandatory to meet facility needs.
• No call requirements.
• Strict Return to Office (RTO) policy: maximum 5 days per pay period with no more than 2 consecutive days off, no RTO on weekends or holidays, and no RTO the day before or after holidays.
• Correctional facility environment.
• Scrub color: Navy Blue.
• Parking is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Scheduling:

• 36 guaranteed hours per week.
• Every other weekend required (2 weekends per month).
• Shift assignments may vary; floating to different units as needed.