Licensed Practical Nurse II - Cermak

Cook County Government•Chicago, CA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse delivers care to patients/detainees of all ages on an 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 a physician or Registered Nurse. Accepts responsibility for own professional growth and continuing education.

Requirements

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.
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provides and documents nursing care for assigned patients, including treatments, dressings, tier rounds, health requests, administration of medications, insertion of Foley catheters, and emergency care.
Contributes to the utilization of the nursing process, including patient observation and documentation, implementation of a plan of care, and patient education in consultation with the Registered Nurse.
Provides timely notification to the Charge Nurse, Nurse Coordinator, Supervisor, and physician of changes in patient condition.
Assists patients in obtaining health education, behavioral changes related to health, and obtains history.
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, presents a professional appearance and attitude.
Assumes responsibility for attending 12 hours of in-services annually and for professional growth through attendance at educational offerings.
Demonstrates accountability through maintenance and compliance with CPR and license.
Demonstrates compliance with mandatory certification programs for fire, safety, infection control, and other mandatory offerings.
Assists with the supervision of non-professional patient care providers and the orientation of new personnel.
Responds appropriately to emergency situations and initiates basic life support as required.
Makes rounds on tiers and patient units, observes patients for potential healthcare needs, intervenes, and communicates appropriately.
Assists patients with access to health care and documents patient observations and interventions following policy on documentation format.
Takes responsibility for own safety and is respectful and cooperative with Correctional Officers.
Administers medication according to nursing policy.
Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and others by changing exam paper between visits, maintaining equipment, and ensuring exam rooms are properly cleaned and physically suitable for patient services.
Implements safe and therapeutic care and inspects emergency equipment and supplies according to policy.
Communicates effectively with the health care team, physicians, peers, nurses, education, social workers, correctional officers, patients, and the public.
Gives appropriate shift-to-shift reports.
Takes and records vital signs - EKG.
Practices Universal Precautions.
Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI).
Supports Health Services Mission goals and philosophy.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Demonstrates use of ethics in practice.
Complies with Standards of practice and all policies and procedures.
Administers wound care irrigation.
Collects and transports lab specimens.
Maintains crash cart, Cardiopulmonary equipment, and jump bag; notifies CMT office if jump bag seal is missing.
Complies with existing security (CCDOC, DCSI) policies and procedures.
Participates in process management to meet regulatory agency standards (National Commission on Correctional Healthcare, JCAHO, OSHA, HIPPA, and Corporate Compliance).
Performs other duties as assigned.