Licensed Practical Nurse II - Mile Square Health Center - Auburn Gresham

Licensed Practical Nurse II – Mile Square Health Center – Auburn Gresham Hiring Department: Mile Square Health Center – Auburn Gresham Location: Chicago, IL, USA Requisition ID: 1041783

FTE: 1

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday 8:00–17:00; 2 days 8 hours, 2 days 12 hours; Some Saturdays Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Posting Date: 07/06/2026 Salary: $26.99–$41.93 per hour, range determined by collective bargaining agreement, internal equity, candidate experience, qualifications, and budget constraints. This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of hire. About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) UI Health is a part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) and includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital, outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also comprises the seven UIC health science colleges. UI Health is dedicated to health equity. More information: Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary Licensed Practical Nurse II is accountable for delivering patient care under the direction of a physician or registered nurse, following the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model. This role integrates Shared Leadership, Evidence-Based Practice, and nursing excellence standards into direct patient care and interdisciplinary teamwork to achieve unit and organizational goals. Duties & Responsibilities Clinical Complete orientation program and unit-specific competencies. Participate in patient assessment as delegated, observing, collecting, recording, and reporting patient data. Contribute to a nursing care plan with the registered nurse based on ongoing observations and family input. Implement orders from physicians, physician assistants, or advanced practice nurses as delegated, performing interventions and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record. Share information and collaborate with the health care team to promote effective patient care. Recognize symptoms, establish priorities, and respond to changing patient conditions. Engage patients and families to support appropriate educational plans. Demonstrate commitment to UI Health values through teamwork and effective communication to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction, a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment. Conduct screening tests for common diseases/viruses. Other duties as assigned. Professional / Leadership Advocate for patients, families, community, and the nursing profession. Integrate theoretical knowledge, evidence-based research, current standards, and clinical experience to provide quality patient care. Recognize and support Shared Leadership as the nursing governance method. Participate in organizational, departmental, and shared leadership activities; support department and unit goals in daily behavior. Demonstrate accountability for job performance by seeking opportunities to enhance skills, maintaining LPN licensure, BLS, and other required certifications. Organizational Adhere to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct. Treat patients, families, staff, students, and visitors with respect and dignity. Follow Nursing’s time, overtime, and attendance policies. Complete electronic learning modules and related programs by established dates. Comply with University Health Services TB, flu, and fit‑testing requirements. Utilize established communication channels to resolve patient care problems. Identify recurring clinical or unit problems and participate in problem‑solving and resolution. Education / Research Collaborate with nurses to promote and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students. Serve as a resource for nursing staff and students. Access the Medical Center intranet for communication and policy changes. Support nursing and multidisciplinary research efforts. Take responsibility for professional growth by identifying learning needs and initiating strategies. Reporting Structure Works within the scope of practical nursing as defined by the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and under the direction of a physician or registered nurse. The Director serves as coach and mentor, providing guidance and feedback. Performance evaluated annually and as needed; coaching/mentoring meetings occur as required. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program. Eligibility and possession of an Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse license. Six months of nursing experience in a health care facility or closely related setting. Preferred Qualifications Effective oral and written communication skills facilitating therapeutic relationships. Basic computer skills with ability to learn Epic on the job. Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Illinois System is an equal‑opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. It provides accommodations to applicants and employees and may use AI tools in the review process; all employment decisions are made by a person. #J-18808-Ljbffr UIC