LOCATION: Cermak Health Services, 2800 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 / Division IV

SHIFT: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

JOB SUMMARY UNION - AFSCME 1111

The 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.

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, required.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card is required. (Must provide proof at time of interview)
• Proof of successful completion of coursework for medication administration (Pharmacology) as a Practical Nurse in accordance with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) regarding Standards of Pharmacology/Administration for Medication Course for Practical Nurses is required (Must provide proof at time of interview)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of one (1) year recent full time paid clinical experience in an acute care health facility or ambulatory care facility is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Thorough knowledge of all nursing suppliers, equipment and medications, which are administered.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of nursing care, i.e. taking patient's temperature, blood, pressure and respiration rate.
• Knowledge psychiatric disorders.
• Strong knowledge of psychotropic drugs, side effects, usage and dosages.
• Skilled in the use of nursing equipment such as a thermometer, would dressing, etc.
• Competent skills in blood drawing and point of care testing.
• Skilled in accurately taking vital signs and recognizing variances.
• Ability to understand instructions and communicate effectively with patients as well as hospital staff.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and be able to perform appropriately in the role of team leader.
• Ability to collect pertinent data based on patient compliant.
• Ability to formulate a diagnosis using nursing process.
• Ability to provide safe, accurate and clinically competent direct care to detainees.
• Ability to teach techniques or provide information according to established program.
• Ability to communicate information to the patient and other health care disciplinary personnel.