Cook County Health and Hospitals
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE II - CERMAK - DIVISION 2 DM 2 - HIRING FAIR
Cook County Health and Hospitals, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Posting:
Sep 5, 2024, 4:15:22 PM
Closing Date:
Sep 21, 2024, 4:59:00 AM
Full-time
Collective Bargaining Unit:
AFSCME 1111 Health and Hospital Systems
Posting Salary:
$23.29
Organization:
Health and Hospital Systems
Location:
Cermak Health Services (Department of Corrections), 2800 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
Department:
Division 2 DM 2
Shift:
Various Shifts Available
Note:
Onsite interviews will be held at 1950 West Polk Street - 5th Floor, Chicago, IL 60612. The only opportunity to interview for this position will be on Friday, September 20, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. You must attend onsite at the Hiring Fair (and sit for an interview if qualified) to be considered for the position. Same-day contingent offers are made on a first-come, first-serve basis, while vacancies remain. Please apply and bring your resume.
Job SummaryThe Licensed Practical Nurse delivers care to patients/detainees of all ages or assigned unit/division under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Care delivery is facilitated to assist the patient to achieve an optimum level of health. Contributes to the process of nursing practice and Nursing Practice Standards of the Department of Patient Care Services under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates a cooperative attitude in support of health services and department philosophy and mission. Knowledgeable of department policies, procedures, standards and safety plans. Administers medication to a large number of detainees. Observes detainees for health problems and intervenes or reports to physician or Registered Nurse. Accepts responsibility for own professional growth and continuing education.
Typical Duties
Provides and documents nursing care for assigned patients including treatments, dressings, tier rounds, health requests, administration of medications, insertion of Foley catheters, emergency care; other treatments as specified by direction of policy.
Contributes to the utilization of the nursing process including patient observation and documentation on appropriate forms and implementation of a plan of care and patient education in consultation with the Registered Nurse.
Understands and supports unit department health services policies and philosophy by reviewing new policies and procedures.
Presents a professional appearance in attitude, dress, communication and grooming.
Assumes responsibility for attending 12 hours of in-services annually.
Demonstrates accountability through maintenance and compliance with CPR and license.
Demonstrates compliance with mandatory certification programs for fire, safety, infection control and other mandatory offerings.
Assists with the supervision of non-professional patient care providers.
Responds appropriately to emergency situations, initiates basic life support as required.
Makes rounds on tiers and patient units. Observes patients for potential healthcare needs.
Documents patient observations and interventions.
Takes responsibility for own safety. Respectful, cooperative with Correctional Officers.
Administers medication according to nursing policy.
Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, staff and others.
Implements safe and therapeutic care.
Communicates effectively with the health care team; physicians, peers, nurses, education, social workers, correctional officers, patient and public.
Takes and records vital signs - EKG.
Practices Universal Precautions.
Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI).
Maintains patient confidentiality. Demonstrates use of ethics in practice.
Complies with Standards of practice and all policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited school of Practical Nursing and current license as a Practical Nurse in the State of Illinois or ability to obtain license two weeks prior to starting employment.
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card.
Proof of successful completion of coursework for medication administration (Pharmacology) as a Practical Nurse.
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of one (1) year recent full-time paid clinical experience in an acute care health facility or ambulatory care facility.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Other Characteristics
Thorough knowledge of all nursing suppliers, equipment and medications.
Knowledge of the basic principles of nursing care.
Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and psychotropic drugs.
Skilled in the use of nursing equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to provide safe, accurate and clinically competent direct care to detainees.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITAL SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Sep 5, 2024, 4:15:22 PM
Closing Date:
Sep 21, 2024, 4:59:00 AM
Full-time
Collective Bargaining Unit:
AFSCME 1111 Health and Hospital Systems
Posting Salary:
$23.29
Organization:
Health and Hospital Systems
Location:
Cermak Health Services (Department of Corrections), 2800 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
Department:
Division 2 DM 2
Shift:
Various Shifts Available
Note:
Onsite interviews will be held at 1950 West Polk Street - 5th Floor, Chicago, IL 60612. The only opportunity to interview for this position will be on Friday, September 20, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. You must attend onsite at the Hiring Fair (and sit for an interview if qualified) to be considered for the position. Same-day contingent offers are made on a first-come, first-serve basis, while vacancies remain. Please apply and bring your resume.
Job SummaryThe Licensed Practical Nurse delivers care to patients/detainees of all ages or assigned unit/division under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Care delivery is facilitated to assist the patient to achieve an optimum level of health. Contributes to the process of nursing practice and Nursing Practice Standards of the Department of Patient Care Services under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates a cooperative attitude in support of health services and department philosophy and mission. Knowledgeable of department policies, procedures, standards and safety plans. Administers medication to a large number of detainees. Observes detainees for health problems and intervenes or reports to physician or Registered Nurse. Accepts responsibility for own professional growth and continuing education.
Typical Duties
Provides and documents nursing care for assigned patients including treatments, dressings, tier rounds, health requests, administration of medications, insertion of Foley catheters, emergency care; other treatments as specified by direction of policy.
Contributes to the utilization of the nursing process including patient observation and documentation on appropriate forms and implementation of a plan of care and patient education in consultation with the Registered Nurse.
Understands and supports unit department health services policies and philosophy by reviewing new policies and procedures.
Presents a professional appearance in attitude, dress, communication and grooming.
Assumes responsibility for attending 12 hours of in-services annually.
Demonstrates accountability through maintenance and compliance with CPR and license.
Demonstrates compliance with mandatory certification programs for fire, safety, infection control and other mandatory offerings.
Assists with the supervision of non-professional patient care providers.
Responds appropriately to emergency situations, initiates basic life support as required.
Makes rounds on tiers and patient units. Observes patients for potential healthcare needs.
Documents patient observations and interventions.
Takes responsibility for own safety. Respectful, cooperative with Correctional Officers.
Administers medication according to nursing policy.
Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, staff and others.
Implements safe and therapeutic care.
Communicates effectively with the health care team; physicians, peers, nurses, education, social workers, correctional officers, patient and public.
Takes and records vital signs - EKG.
Practices Universal Precautions.
Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI).
Maintains patient confidentiality. Demonstrates use of ethics in practice.
Complies with Standards of practice and all policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited school of Practical Nursing and current license as a Practical Nurse in the State of Illinois or ability to obtain license two weeks prior to starting employment.
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card.
Proof of successful completion of coursework for medication administration (Pharmacology) as a Practical Nurse.
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of one (1) year recent full-time paid clinical experience in an acute care health facility or ambulatory care facility.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Other Characteristics
Thorough knowledge of all nursing suppliers, equipment and medications.
Knowledge of the basic principles of nursing care.
Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and psychotropic drugs.
Skilled in the use of nursing equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to provide safe, accurate and clinically competent direct care to detainees.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITAL SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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