Flex Licensed Practical Nurse - ATP

Flex Licensed Practical Nurse

The Flex Licensed Practical Nurse is a valuable member of our Addiction Treatment Program in Behavioral Health, who is responsible for administering medications. Responsible for direct care of clients, including crisis intervention and triage on admission, participates in developing treatment plans with clients, provides emergency assessment for hospitalizations, and reports supply needs to Nursing Coordinator, if applicable to program. Schedule: As needed

• 1st Shift - 6:45am to 3:15pm
• 2nd Shift - 2:45pm to 11:15pm
• 3rd Shift - 10:45pm to 7:15am
• To maintain employment with LCHD/CHC, flex employees must work a minimum of 80 hours per calendar year and be available to work one (1) fixed or floating holiday each year, if needed.

Essential Functions

• Assists nurse and provider with admissions to the program.
• Provides professional clinical care, including administering medications, according to physician's orders in conformance with recognized techniques and procedures, established standards and administrative policies of the department.
• Recognizes and interprets symptoms of clients' conditions, reports to appropriate personnel and assists with remedial measures for adverse developments.
• Monitors the collection of urine specimens according to Standard precautions, if SAP.
• Maintains clinical charts including documentation of observations, medications treatments; reports on the condition of clients; observes and corrects, if possible, environmental factors dealing with comfort and safety.
• Participates as a team member at staff interviews and provides input regarding the stability of client's physical condition.
• Is responsible for arranging clinic appointments, chest x-rays, laboratory work and other medication appointments, if ATP/CCP or WRS.
• Makes arrangements for medical transfer of patients to other treatment facilities, as necessary, if ATP/CCP or WRS.
• Responds to inquiries, gives appropriate information and referrals, and documents, if necessary.
• Facilitates with clients and collaborates with the treatment team to develop, review and update treatment goals and referrals both internally and externally.
• Organizes and participates in treatment-related clinical conferences and staffings on assigned clients.
• Provides education and direction to clients, family members and/or significant others.
• Takes responsibility for training in and documenting clinical chart requirements to meet program and state standards.
• Maintains an awareness of and professional involvement/collaboration with community resources.
• Assists in facilitating transportation of clients.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required

• LPN active license required in the state of Illinois.
• Successful completion of LCHDCHC competencies within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to work on weekends, holidays, and overtime if necessary.
• Ability to maintain and keep records.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of computers and electronic health records experience is preferable.
• Ability to operate various office and medical equipment.

Supplemental Information

As the largest human service provider in Lake County, we believe that services must be available without barriers. No residents are turned away due to the inability to pay. We believe in providing services in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination or bias. Whether assuring accessible and effective care, impacting policy, or assessing and monitoring risks, the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center has been an essential part of the public health system in Lake County for 60 years. We are looking for passionate, qualified team members who can help make a difference in our agency and, most importantly, in our community.

At this time, you must live in Illinois or Wisconsin to be eligible to work at Lake County Health Department. You can find our salary grades at . For unionized positions, a list of our collective bargaining agreements can be found here:

Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Benefits

Here at the Health Department, we are proud to employ a diverse workforce of dedicated individuals focused on promoting the health and well-being of all who live, work, and play in Lake County. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and collaboration, enabling each employee to perform at their maximum potential and to more effectively work with clients, patients, and employees. We offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Paid Time Off to support work-life balance
• IMRF Pension and 457 retirement plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement