LPN - Community Day Services $27-$30 (hourly) in Skokie, Illinois at SHORE COMMUNITY SERVICES INC

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

Reports To: Director, Community Day Services

Supervises: None

General Description

The Nurse at the Joseph Koenig Sr. Training Center and Lois Lloyd Center serves as a key resource for medical and healthcare-related issues, overseeing the medical needs of individuals served. This role ensures the implementation of health procedures and compliance with organizational policies.

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Licensed Practical Nurse with a valid Illinois Professional Nursing License.

Experience

• Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or experience in community nursing.

Abilities & Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in healthcare planning and evaluation.
• Proficiency in English reading, writing, and verbal communication.
• Strong interpersonal, math, computer literacy, organizational, and driving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Medical Oversight & Individual Care

• Monitor and maintain medical records for individuals served.
• Order and manage inventory of medical supplies.
• Track absences related to medical concerns.
• Participate in Personal Plan meetings and provide relevant medical data.
• Refer individuals and families to medical facilities, doctors, and dentists as needed.
• Provide health-related consultation to families and caregivers.
• Develop medically appropriate toileting procedures with staff.
• Conduct training sessions on health and personal care topics.

2. Medical Resource & Health Coordination

• Provide first aid treatment for individuals and staff as needed.
• Develop and implement health and medical procedures.
• Arrange and participate in health screening programs.
• Ensure compliance with external healthcare regulations and standards.
• Alert leadership to potential health-related concerns.
• Conduct in-service training for staff on health and medical issues.
• Prepare medical assessments and reports as required.

3. General Responsibilities & Compliance

• Adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality and advocate for the rights of individuals served.
• Emphasize safety protocols, including Universal Precautions.
• Recommend and implement risk prevention strategies.
• Report suspected misconduct, including fraud, abuse, or neglect, in compliance with regulations.
• Participate in training for skill development.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and functional workspace.
• Serve on committees or represent the organization as assigned.
• Supervise volunteers and interns as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, bend, lift, push, pull, carry, and maintain independent mobility.
• Perform light maintenance and cleaning as needed.
• Assist in lifting or carrying boxes and packages.

Special Equipment & Clothing

• Closed-toe shoes with non-slip soles required.
• Recommended: Minimal jewelry (avoid earrings, raised rings, bracelets, chains, or pins).