Licensed Practical Nurse Ii

Work Location: Park Forest, IL, US, 60466-1200

Agency: Department of Human Services

Opening Date: 7/26/2023

Closing Date: 8/08/2023

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $3,797 - $5,286 per month ($45,564 - $63,432 per year)

Work Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm 14 day rotation. Days off are: Sat/Sun, Fri, Tues

Work Location: 114 N Orchard Dr Park Forest, IL 60466-1200

Job Type: Salaried Full Time

County: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 1

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 10-72-29157

Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Licensed Practical Nurse II for the Ludeman Developmental Center located in Park Forest, Illinois to perform skilled practical nursing care services for individuals, on an assigned shift, on an assigned unit. Administers prescribed medications, takes temperatures, blood pressures, pulses, and respirations. Documents administered medications and observes/reports any side effects on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) in accordance with the facilities policy and procedures. Develops monthly LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) notes for assigned individuals. Completes medical reports in accordance with guidelines and policy. Participates in facility nursing meetings and unit meetings. On a rotational basis, assists in providing nursing care services to other units within the facility.

Job Responsibilities

1. Performs skilled practical nursing care services for individuals of the Ludeman Developmental Center on an assigned shift, on an assigned unit.

2. Implements physician orders as written.

3. Develops monthly LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) notes for assigned individuals.

4. Completes Daily Nurses log and provides oncoming assigned nursing staff an updated report at the beginning of his/her shift.

5. Participates in facility nursing meetings and unit meetings.

6. Maintains the security, cleanliness, and organization of medication cabinets/carts for assigned unit in accordance with standards and guidelines.

7. On a rotation basis, provides professional nursing care services to other units within the Ludeman Developmental Center.

8. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires Illinois license as a practical nurse.

2. Requires one year of practical nursing experience.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires the ability to serve on call, after business hours, weekends and holidays on a rotation basis.

2. Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.

3. Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.

4. Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.

5. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.

6. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

7. Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.

*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• 10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• *Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• A Pension Program
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,797.00 - $5,286.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Paid sick time
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Free parking
• Disability insurance
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Day shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Practical nursing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• LPN License (Illinois) (Required)

Work Location: In person