Licensed Practical Nurse - All Shifts

Loretto Hospital • Chicago, IL

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Loretto Hospital is a safety-net hospital that serves more than 33,000 patients each year from Chicago’s Austin and surrounding communities. Established in 1923 as a not-for-profit community-focused healthcare provider, Loretto offers its community a unique patient-centered healthcare delivery system that promotes general wellness and education. The hospital staff are committed to providing the best possible medical care in a holistic, safe and comfortable resident environment. By empowering patients with knowledge and resources, Loretto Hospital strives to cultivate a culture of proactive medical management within the community, with the goal of increasing the quality of life for patients and community residents.

Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse or Provider, the Licensed Practical Nurse focuses on providing routine, stable care rather than managing complex or rapidly changing clinical situations.

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved and/or accredited Licensed Practical School of Nursing.
• Current LPN License in the State of Illinois
• Current CPR Certification
• CPI required within 30 days of hire
• EKG Certification

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care (hygiene, feeding, mobility assistance, toileting)
• Perform wound care and dressing changes for stable wounds
• Insert and care for urinary catheters
• Collect specimens (urine, sputum, stool)
• Assist with routine respiratory care (oxygen, inhalers, nebulizers)
• Perform basic EKGs and monitor vital signs
• Perform focused assessments (not comprehensive or initial assessments) Cannot perform admission assessments.
• Collect and document patient data (vital signs, symptoms, observations)
• Report findings and changes in condition to the RN or provider
• Participate in care planning, but do not develop or revise the initial nursing care plan
• Cannot triage or make independent clinical judgments on unstable patients
• Administer oral, topical, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications (varies by state/facility)
• Can monitor IV fluids once initiated by an RN. Cannot administer certain IV push medications or blood products
• Monitor patient response to medications and report adverse reactions to RN/provider
• Document care provided in the medical record
• Communicate patient status, interventions, and changes to RN and interdisciplinary team
• Cannot provide independent patient/family education on complex topics
• Supervise Nursing Assistants and delegated tasks within LPN scope
• Accept delegation from RNs and providers, but do not delegate tasks to other licensed nurses
• Perform Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Along with a competitive salary, Loretto Hospital offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.
• Career Development: Loretto Hospital is a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to administering excellent patient care. Whether you are pursuing a career in allied health, support services, clinical or nursing support, or professional administration, Loretto Hospital is a tremendous place to grow as a health care professional.
• Work Environment: As a not-for-profit, community-focused hospital, Loretto Hospital is truly a place where patients come first. We are seeking team members who not only support our mission, but who are customer service-driven and who desire to enhance the patient experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees