Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced LPN for a medical surgical role at a correctional facility, requiring an active Illinois license and CPR certification.

Details

• Position located in a correctional facility on a medical surgical unit
• Schedule is evening shifts, 5x8 hours, from 15:00 to 23:30
• Mandatory floating to other units or facilities as needed, within up to 50 miles
• Every other weekend (2 weekends per month) work required
• Documentation is completed using Cerner EMR
• Navy blue scrubs are required

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of Practical Nursing
• Current Illinois LPN license or ability to obtain two weeks prior to start (license required if applicable)
• Current CPR certification
• Proof of successful completion of an approved pharmacology/medication administration course meeting Illinois standards
• One year of recent paid clinical experience in acute or ambulatory care preferred
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required
• Ability to complete required lab work within 72 hours of offer acceptance

Additional Information

• Must be willing to float at the facility's discretion, including to any unit or Cook facility as needed
• Team-based model used if floated outside primary area of competency
• RTO capped at 5 days, with no more than 2 consecutive days; no RTO on holidays, weekends, or the day before/after a holiday
• Strict compliance with all facility policies is expected
• Free first-come, first-serve parking is available on site