Travel LPN - LPN

American Traveler is hiring an LPN for a correctional healthcare setting requiring an active IL LPN license and BLS certification. Requirements Current Illinois LPN license required (License required if applicable) Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program in Illinois BLS certification required Completion of IDFPR-approved Pharmacology/Medication Administration coursework for Practical Nurses 2 years of recent full-time clinical experience in acute or ambulatory care preferred Cerner charting experience required Must pass a Department of Corrections background check and complete a PREA form prior to interview Valid State ID or Driver's License (front and back) required for screening Proof of COVID vaccination required, no exceptions Two professional references required prior to start, from most recent employers, one per employer Must be responsive during compliance process; lab work must be completed within 72 hours of accepting assignment Responsibilities Correctional facility setting providing medical care to inmate patients Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (11:00-23:30) 13-week assignment length Every other weekend required (2 weekends per month) Mandatory float facility; clinicians must be willing to float within scope to meet facility needs, including to other units or occasionally outside primary competency with team-based support May be required to float to other Cook facilities within 50 miles, with as little as 2 hours notice Cerner charting system used Perform medication administration via oral, subcutaneous, IM, eye/ear drops, and NG/G tube routes Provide respiratory care including oxygen administration, nasal cannula, and face masks Deliver wound care, wound vac management, and hygiene assistance including bathing and mouth care Monitor vital signs and cardiac status, respond to codes and rapid response situations Perform foley catheter insertion for male and female patients Assist with patient admissions, ambulation, and blood glucose monitoring Follow isolation precautions, PPE protocols, and restraint use guidelines as needed In-person interview required prior to placement, contingent on passing DOC background check RTO limited to 5 days maximum with no more than 2 consecutive days; no RTO on weekends or around holidays No block scheduling or special scheduling requests permitted Returning resources must undergo full recredentialing and orientation, regardless of break length Local candidates within 75 miles may be considered at a reduced rate Navy blue scrubs required Free, first-come first-served parking available Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Job ID: P-755077 Open Positions: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr