Licensed Practical Nurse II, Correctional Medicine

University of Illinois Chicago•Rockford, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse II provides nursing care in a correctional environment, delivering patient care as delegated by and under the direction of a physician or registered nurse (RN). The role uses the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as its framework. The nurse takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by incorporating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care, and nursing excellence standards into clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients and colleagues, the nurse contributes as an interdisciplinary team member, providing quality patient care and supporting unit and organizational goals. The position is based at 650 W. State St., Rockford, Illinois. It is a 0.64 FTE role scheduled for 24 hours per week on days, including every other weekend. Illinois residency is required within 180 days of employment. The budgeted salary range is $24.15–$30.00 per hour, plus applicable differentials, with compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience and consideration of internal equity.

Requirements

Possess a valid Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
Have six months of nursing experience in a health care facility, such as a hospital, nursing home, medical clinic, prison, mental health facility, or closely related facility.
Hold current AHA BLS/CPR certification and other required unit-specific certifications.
Have effective oral and written communication skills that facilitate therapeutic relationships among patients, families, and health care providers.
Have intermediate computer skills and the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training.
Have excellent attendance, interpersonal skills, and work history.
Establish Illinois residency within 180 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Carry out or assist with diagnostic procedures, including identifying and recording subjective symptoms such as pain; observing and recording objective symptoms such as body excreta and discharge, vital signs, and changes in condition; collecting laboratory specimens; taking height and weight; measuring and recording fluid intake and output; and performing certain laboratory tests.
Carry out therapeutic procedures, including applying binders and bandages and applying heat or cold packs.
Administer oral medications and intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections in accordance with established nursing policies and procedures.
Perform intravenous therapy as directed by an RN or physician.
Communicate with patients to assess emotional and mental well-being, and identify and report patients requiring special assistance.
Chart and report nursing care activities performed and report observations made.
Audit narcotics by counting the supply on hand, comparing it with the record of use, and reporting discrepancies.
Perform other related duties as assigned.