at Gateway Foundation, Inc. in Carbondale, Illinois, United States
Job Description
LPN (PRN) - Carbondale, IL
Post Date:
Jun 25, 2024
Location:
Carbondale, IL, US, 62901
Position Type:
Part Time
Requisition Number:
32108
Work Schedule:
PRN Hours
Are you looking to find personal and professional fulfillment, and align your career with your values?
At Gateway Foundation, our employees have an opportunity to make a difference every day by helping people with substance abuse issues gain control of their lives.
Gateway Foundation is a recognized non-profit leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. Our experts in Addiction Medicine-including highly educated clinical and medical professionals and expert psychiatrists and nurses-deliver care that never stops. Throughout Gateway's proud history of helping others, dedicated and professional employees have been vital to accomplishing our life-saving mission. Read more about the incredible recognition that we received!
If you are a collaborative professional who shares our commitment to helping people with substance abuse and mental health issues turn their lives around - GATEWAY IS THE PLACE FOR YOU!
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) responsibilities:
Monitors clients self-administering medications and reactions to medication.
Works with Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care according to physician orders, nursing care plan or established protocols.
Conducts initial health screenings and assessments of clients' medical needs.
Assists physicians with client examinations or treatments.
Charts vital signs, treatments performed and medications administered and maintains records
Job Requirements:
High school diploma and current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Vocational Practice Nurse (VPN) as required by state.
Knowledge of nursing treatment, planning and assessment as acquired through completion of twelve to eighteen months post-high school training at an approved, accredited school of practical or vocational nursing; as well as successful completion of pharmacology coursework necessary to administer medications
Ability to work under minimal supervision in administering medications, conducting assessments, and performing treatments; and knowledge of health problems related to substance abuse and recovery; at a level normally acquired through one to two years related experience.
Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with clients, families, staff and physicians; and to demonstrate empathy and sensitivity necessary to elicit clients' cooperation and minimize apprehensions.
Analytical abilities necessary to gather and interpret assessment data, provide treatment in accordance with established protocols, complete necessary documentation, and determine need for appropriate referrals.
Physical Requirements:
Normal or corrected vision, necessary to read thermometers, blood pressure gauges, blood sugar results, and so forth; and to see and evaluate presented symptoms and injuries.
Ability to stoop and bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, and ability to walk, stand and move about for up to two hours at a time.
Communication abilities necessary to gather and exchange information with clients and staff in person or by telephone, and provide care instructions.
Ability to respond to telephone, pages and intercoms, and hear speech.
Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and
data on a regular basis.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds, if necessary, to assist clients who may require assistance.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
Gateway Foundation values its employees and provides an inclusive and diverse work environment where dedicated employees can make a difference. We are committed to engaging and rewarding our employees in meaningful ways. For eligible employees, we provide a Total Rewards Package that includes:
Health Insurance - Including a wellness premium incentive opportunity
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off - Including 18 days of PTO and 9 paid holidays in the first year
Catastrophic Absence Time (CAT) - Accrue up to seven days annually, to be used during an extended personal illness
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Accounts
403(b) Retirement Plan with company match
Life and AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Gateway is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition Reimbursement
Training & Development Programs
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
Nearest Major Market: Carbondale
Gateway Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets
