What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse - Chicago River North position at fgcinc?
Job Description:
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGC’s comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society. Family Guidance Centers, Inc seeks to support the behavioral health of individuals, families, and communities through our commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.
****$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS****
1st $500.00: after 30 days of employment
2nd $500.00: after 6 months of employment
Essential Duties:
- Processes patients from assessment to discharge in both medications assisted treatment and drug free treatment programming.
- Dispenses all medication under procedures set forth by Family Guidance Center, Substance Use Prevention and Recovery, Clinical Sustainability Assessment Tool and the Drug Enforcement Administration
- Monitors the appropriateness of methadone and medication dosages.
- Monitors the physical & mental health well-being of patients and documents findings.
- Must be available to travel if needed
Schedule: Monday-Friday (6:15a - 2:45p) with rotating Saturdays
Start Date: ASAP
Work Locations: 310 W. Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60654
Pay Rate: $27.00 - $30.00
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).
DCFS clearance required.
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity , pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.
Experience and Skills:
Education and/or Experience: At least two years' experience in hospital or agency setting preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: L.P.N. registered in the State of Illinois and certified in CPR required
Job Benefits:
Family Guidance Centers Inc. offers opportunities for individuals with an interest in behavioral health. Our organization provides a comprehensive benefit package for full time employment that includes:
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance,
- EAP
- 401k pension plan
- Vacation, sick and personal days with paid holidays off are included in our paid time off compensation package
Salary : $27 - $30
