Licensed Practical Nurse II- Continuous Post

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Southern Illinois University Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Licensed Practical Nurse II to join our team at Southern Illinois University. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and contributing to a positive and supportive work environment.

Responsibilities
  • Perform personal care and nursing procedures, applying technical skills based on a limited knowledge of nursing principles.
  • Prepare and administer oral medications and intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections, as well as perform wound care, including dressing changes, splint and cast removal, and suture and staple removal.
  • Perform diagnostic and screening tests, as well as intravenous therapy, as directed by a registered nurse and/or physician.
  • Assist in maintaining adequate inventory of supplies and perform audits of narcotics by counting supply on hand, comparing amount against record of use, and reporting discrepancies.
  • Assist with blood transfusions, calculating blood flow rate, adjusting drip regulator to initiate and maintain correct rate of absorption, observing and reporting patient?s response, initiating emergency measures for any adverse reaction, and reporting patient's condition to physician or nurse.
  • Identify cessation of heartbeat or respiration, notify appropriate medical and nursing personnel, initiate resuscitation, such as external cardiac massage and restoration of breathing, and assist physician with preparation of medication or other treatment as indicated.
  • Check all chest tube connections for leaks and tapes when necessary, check water seal drainage bottle to ensure that tube is beneath water level, mark drainage, and record time, amount, color, and type of drainage.
  • Assist in the operation of commonly used types of respirators, explain function and purpose of equipment to patient, initiate therapy, and observe effect on patient.
  • Draw blood through venous puncture, transcribe physician's instructions from order sheet to multiple forms using prescribed format, and act as group leader for ancillary nursing personnel, preparing assignments, guiding personnel in giving nursing care, holding group conferences, preparing nursing care plans, and participating in the training and education of residents, medical students, and new employees.
  • Assist physician with clinical procedures, such as sigmoidoscopies, colposcopies, minor surgeries, and casting, assist with scrub and circulating nurse duties in surgical or clinic procedures, and perform duties listed for the lower level of this series as appropriate.
Requirements
  • Possession of a valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
  • Six months of nursing experience in a healthcare facility, such as a hospital, nursing home, medical clinic, prison, mental health facility, or closely related facilities.
Benefits

As a member of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision plan, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), supplemental long-term disability (LTD), flex spending accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) deferred compensation plan. You will also be eligible for generous paid time-off, 403(b) supplemental retirement plans, employee assistance program, and tuition waiver program.

How to Apply

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your application, including a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment. Relevant part-time work experience will count towards the qualifications for this position and will be converted to full-time equivalence to calculate the total length of experience. Upload all official transcripts to meet the educational requirements. If the job description specifies a minimum number of college hours, transcripts are mandatory for the successful processing of your application. Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application, unless the same proof has already been submitted in a previous application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves).

Please monitor your email for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from . For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web. SIU Carbondale, member of the SIU System, is an anti-racist community that opposes racism, discrimination, and inequity in any form, and embraces diversity, inclusion, equity, and justice for all people. SIU Carbondale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.



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