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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - CHC/015
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$57,775 / year median in Illinois
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Community Health Center, Clinical, and Medical Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Primary Care Manager, the applicant will provide general nursing care and leadership while working collaboratively with physicians and other multidisciplinary team members. Instructs individuals and families in health promotion and disease prevention; provides instruction in general health care and treatment to assigned clients in branches and clinics, working in concert with family physicians as necessary. The candidate will be expected to work in the clinic's family, OB, Infectious Disease, and BH areas and travel to satellite offices. Schedule calls for Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm, and Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm. Benefits Will County employees enjoy a wide variety of competitive fringe benefits including: comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision coverage, short/long term disability, sick/personal days, parental leave, holidays, defined pension plan from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (regular and SLEP), deferred compensation plan, and vacation. Employee Benefits and Compensations
Benefits
- Personal Leave
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance