The Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse will deliver nursing care to patients withdrawing from drugs and alcohol and requiring substance abuse treatment and healthcare. Prior SUDS/Mental Health experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work under direct supervision using Policies and Procedures and nursing judgement. 
• Conduct self in a professional manner and in compliance with unit and facility policies. 
• Works with Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care according to physician orders, 
• the nursing care plan, or established protocols. 
• Assess patient and make observations and reports pertinent information to appropriate 
• staff. 
• Conduct initial health screenings and assessments of clients' medical needs. 
• Chart vital signs, treatments performed, and medications administers; maintains all such records 
• Implements the patient and evaluates the patient response to care. 
• Monitor clients self-administering medications and reactions to medication. 
• Direct and supervise medical care given by other staff members in selected situations. 
• Maintain knowledge of necessary documentation requirements. 
• Maintain confidentiality of protected patient information and protect patient rights regarding in compliance with all legal and licensure requirements. 
• Provide patient/family/caregiver education. 
• Works rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends as scheduled. 
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., CPR, protects patients from injury). 
• Participate in the identification of staff's educational needs. 
• Serves as a preceptor, as delegated, for new staff. 
• Maintain patient care supplies, unit equipment, and program environment. 
• Participate in the development of unit objectives. 
• Provide input in the formulation and evaluation of standards of care. 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse/RN in the State of Illinois. 
• Must be able to act with integrity and maintain professionalism in with a challenging population suffering acute withdrawal and often untreated mental illness. 
• Must be able to work effectively with patients, staff, and support services. 
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. 
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when necessary. 
• Must be able to relate information concerning patients' medical and psycho-social conditions. 
• Must be in good general health and be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. 
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 pounds. 
• Must be able to see, hear, or use prosthetic that will enable the senses to function adequately in order to ensure the requirements of this position can be fully met (i.e., accurately read measurements on patient-related equipment such as thermometers, monitors, gauges). 
• Must be able to relate and work with the disabled, ill, elderly, and special needs populations. 
• Must be able to assist with the evacuation of patients in the case of a drill or emergency. 
• Must be aware of and accept that the position entails a high risk for exposure to blood and bodily fluids or other potentially biohazards and infectious materials. 
• Must be able to deal with multiple tasks in a stressful environment in a way that represents self and the agency well. 
• Must be organized and capable of prioritizing responsibilities. 

Retention Bonus to $3,500. HRSA loan forgiveness offered; full benefits to include medical, dental, vision, life and 403B retirement programs. 

New grads are welcome to apply!