What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN, Weekend position at Abraxas Youth & Family Services?
Job Description
Job Description
Now Hiring : Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), Weekends
Location : Woodridge Interventions, 2221 64th Street, Woodridge, IL 60517
Salary : $31.00 per hour
Job Type : Part-time
Schedule : Weekends
Who We Are :
Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, detention, residential treatment and re-entry / transition services.
Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.
Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN - Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of and in collaboration with an appropriate medical staff member (i.e. physician or registered nurse), assists with the medical treatment of clients by ensuring the components of the nursing process are effectively applied. Designated as the Responsible Health Authority.
- Designates appropriate client referrals to the contracted physician(s) and other medical agencies or practitioners.
- Administers physician prescribed medications and vaccines.
- Controls and maintains adequate inventory of medications and medical supplies.
- Responds to all medical emergencies, provides first aid and periodically works "on-call" shifts to provide emergency assistance as needed.
- Maintains all medical documentation, medical history, and file on each client and abides by HIPAA compliance rules and regulations.
- Actively participates in nursing related performance improvement activities.
- Participates in health training of clients to include hygiene, nutrition, and diet.
- Participates in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
- Coordinates with community service agencies, as required, to ensure routine and emergency medical care for clients and staff members.
- Promotes good health habits, hygiene, and nutrition with all clients.
- Evaluates continuously the quality of medical care for the clients.
- Ensures medical services department complies with all licensing and regulatory statues.
Minimum Hiring Requirements :
Licensed practical nurse or registered nurse license to practice in the appropriate State by the board in which the program / facility resides.
Why Should You Consider Abraxas?
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.
We are Hiring and We Want You on Our Team!
Interested in joining our outstanding team? If you have any questions, contact us at recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org
Now Hiring : Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), Weekend Shift
Location : Woodridge Interventions, 2221 64th Street, Woodridge, IL 60517
Salary : $31.00 per hour
Schedule : Weekend
Job Type : Part-time
Salary : $31
