LPN Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Ascension Health
Location: Kankakee
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
Details + Department: Skilled Nursing + Schedule: PRN; Rotating
Shift + Facility: Heritage Village + Location: Kankakee, IL
Benefits Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options &
wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match
plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs
(EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays
to give back to your community Please note, benefits and benefits
eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some
roles (for example: PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Connect with
your Talent Advisor today for additional specifics.
Responsibilities Provide basic bedside care to long term care
patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or
physician, functioning within scope of license. + Contribute to the
assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by a
Registered Nurse (RN). + Administer medications and observe
patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments. +
Perform routine laboratory tests and simple therapeutic services. +
Educate patients/families about disease treatment plan including
self-care post discharge, holistic health needs, available
resources and follow up care. + Assure resident safety by
identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates
corrective action as appropriate. Requirements Licensure /
Certification / Registration: + BLS Provider obtained within 1
Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. +
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse obtained prior to hire date or
job transfer date required. Education: + High School diploma
equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific
experience required. + Note: Required professional
licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or
experience, if applicable. Additional Preferences No additional
preferences. Why Join Our Team Ascension Living is a nationally
recognized non-profit senior living provider offering rewarding
career opportunities in numerous locations across 11 states and
Washington D.C. As part of our Independent Living, Assisted Living,
Short-term Rehabilitation, Memory Support or Long-term Care teams,
you will be empowered to provide compassionate, personalized care
and develop lasting relationships with our residents and their
loved ones. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national
health system made up of over 150,000 associates and 2,600 sites of
care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living
communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass
everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give
back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community.
Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to
enhance your life and the lives of the people around you. Equal
Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension Senior Living will
provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and
applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion,
national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender
identification or expression, age, disability, marital status,
amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally
protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with
applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information
regarding your EEO rights, view the EEO is the Law () poster. Pay
Non-Discrimination Notice (\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf)
Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to
individuals who have applied for a position using our official
application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of
employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information
from applicants. This employer participates in the Electronic
Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link
below for more information.E-Verify
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