Residential Nurse
2 months ago
Waukegan, Illinois, United States
Lake County IL
Full time
Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Women's Residential Program at the Lake County Health Department. As a key member of our team, you will provide direct care to clients, including crisis intervention and triage, and participate in developing treatment plans.
Key Responsibilities- Act as a triage nurse for admissions to the program
- Provide professional nursing care, including administering medications, according to physician's orders
- Recognize and interpret symptoms of clients' conditions, report to appropriate personnel, and assist with remedial measures
- Monitor the collection of urine specimens according to Standard precautions
- Maintain clinical charts, including documentation of observations, medications, and treatments
- Participate as a team member at staff interviews and provide input regarding the stability of the client's physical condition
- Arrange clinic appointments, chest x-rays, laboratory work, and other medication appointments
- Make arrangements for the medical transfer of patients to other treatment facilities, as necessary
- Associate's degree in nursing or equivalent experience
- One year of experience in general nursing care, with a preference for experience in chemical dependency
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Illinois, or eligible for licensure by reciprocity within six months of employment
As a public health department, we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.