Registered Nurses (RN) & Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) - Home Health

All Jobs > Registered Nurses (RN) & Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) – Home Health IL • Human Resources Department Part‑time Description Metro Home Health Care is seeking compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide high‑quality home health services throughout the Chicagoland area. If you are looking for flexibility, independence, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives, we would love to hear from you! Join Our Growing Home Health Team! Roles and Responsibilities Under the general supervision of the Universal Industries Registered Nurse, provide routine health care for participants enrolled in the Adult Day Services Center. Monitor the health condition of each participant and liaise with family, caregivers or physicians as indicated; administer medications and other treatments as prescribed by the participant’s physician, and provide first aid and emergency care as necessary. Participate in pre‑service and in‑service training for staff and volunteers and maintain necessary documentation related to these functions. Participate as part of the ADC interdisciplinary team in conducting intakes and creating individualized participant care plans. Liaise with participants’ families, caregivers, physicians and others involved in the care of the participant. Maintain up‑to‑date and complete charts on each participant and ensure that proper documentation according to state regulations and professional standards is maintained. Attend seminars, workshops, conferences and other professional activities to remain current in the field and fulfill continuing education requirements necessary to maintain licensing. Represent the Universal Industries and its adult day service center within the broader community. Other related duties as appropriate or assigned. Requirements Basic Qualifications: Must be a Registered Nurse with a current license to practice nursing in the state of Illinois. Previous experience working with older adults or in an adult day care environment preferred. Ability to communicate with staff, participants and the community in writing and orally. Empathy and understanding of the effects of physical and mental impairment on both older adults and those who care for them. Documentation of a physical examination no more than six months prior to employment, which provides evidence that they are free of communicable disease. CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to become certified. Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.). Excellent communication skills, including oral, written and presentation. Self‑motivated, creative, flexible and results driven. Ability to be a productive team member/player. #J-18808-Ljbffr Universal Metro Asian Services, Inc.