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The Licensed Practical Nurse is a valuable member of our (ATP) Addiction Treatment Program team who is responsible for providing nursing care to people with mental health and/or substance use diagnoses in a 24-hour behavioral health residential program, including intake assessments, administering medications, and ongoing medical care, under the direction of RN and medical provider. LPN is responsible for the direct care of clients, including crisis intervention and triage on admission, participating in developing treatment plans with clients, and providing emergency assessment for possible hospitalizations and for supporting medical and psychiatric providers on the unit.
Schedule: 37.5 hours a week
- 11:pm - 7:30pm or 10:45pm - 7:15pm
- $5.00 shift differential for working hours deemed eligible for shift and weekend premium
Education
- One year experience as an LPN required; one year experience in a behavioral health setting preferred.
- Illinois Licensure as a licensed practical nurse (LPN).
About Lake County Health Department
As the largest human service provider in Lake County, we believe that services must be available without barriers. No residents are turned away due to the inability to pay. We believe in providing services in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination or bias. Whether assuring accessible and effective care, impacting policy, or assessing and monitoring risks, the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center has been an essential part of the public health system in Lake County for 60 years. We are looking for passionate, qualified team members, who can help make a difference in our agency, and most importantly, in our community.