Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care
Your future role at a glance
Location: Des Plaines, IL
Facility: Nazarethville Place
Department/Specialty: Nursing Unit
Schedule: PRN | Night
Salary range: $29.14 - $37.71 per hour
Life at Ascension
Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
- Retirement: 403(b) plan
- Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
How you’ll make an impact in this role
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.
Minimum Requirements You’ll Need
- 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.