Nurse RN, Medical Detox

About the role

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is seeking a part-time Nurse RN to support their 28-day residential programs: Kenmore and Elgin Next Steps. This position is fully remote, with a minimum of 10 hours/week and a maximum of 25 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Conduct an initial medical screening with clients as well as screenings with outpatient clients at identified facilities.
• Review each client’s risk for HIV and TB infection as well as medications (prescribed and over-the-counter) used by the client.
• Complete Medical Screening tool in the EHR platform and indicate immediate recommendations regarding physical examination, psychiatric examinations, prenatal care, and/or other client care needs.
• Provide clients with referrals for medical, surgical, obstetric, psychiatric, or laboratory services as needed.
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards of treatment, including NASW Code of Ethics.
• Maintain familiarity with emergency procedures.
• Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely manner and meets all requirements.
• Comply with documentation and productivity standards.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individuals in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• An RN license is required.
• One to three years of experience in mental health and/or substance use field is preferred.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards is required.
• Trained and proficient in utilizing an Electronic Health Record is required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, verbally and written, is required.
• Excellent organization, presentation, and PC/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software, are required.
• An annual TB test is required.
• A background check clearance is required.
• A valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency, is preferred.
• Access to reliable transportation is preferred.
• A valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury, and property damage, is preferred.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• An RN license is required.
• One to three years of experience in mental health and/or substance use field is preferred.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards is required.
• Trained and proficient in utilizing an Electronic Health Record is required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, verbally and written, is required.
• Excellent organization, presentation, and PC/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software, are required.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders.

Benefits

• On-demand flexible paydays through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based on relevant education, experience, and licensure, ranging from $35 to $45 hourly.
• Opportunity for advancement within the organization.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.

Pay

$35-$45/hourly.

Schedule

Part-time, fully remote, with a minimum of 10 hours/week and a maximum of 25 hours/week.