JOB SUMMARY:
Assists in overseeing the nursing care and medication administration for El Valor’s residential program participants in accordance with all Department of Human Services and Illinois licensing requirements.
JOB FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following)
- Regularly review and complete training for all staff assigned to pass medication to the residents.
- Assist with the administering of prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions and reports necessary information.
- Completes a quarterly review of program participants.
- Provides tuberculosis screens for program participants and staff on an annual basis.
- Conducts CPR and First Aid classes quarterly.
- Ensures compliance with applicable regulations and provides reports as mandated.
- Conducts monthly audits of program participant files, medication delivery and new or revised orders.
- Assist in completing annual assessments of individual residents as required by the Illinois Dept. of Human Services.
- Attend quarterly Human Rights Committee Meeting and Medical Review Committee Meeting.
- Provide monthly medical summary to residential case workers.
- Attend doctor appointments with resident as needed.
- Other relevant duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelors degree from accredited college or university required.
- Two to five years of job-related prior experience required.
- Current State of Illinois registered nurse license.
- Valid Illinois driver’s license required;
- Reliable means of transportation required.
- Skilled at verbal and written English and Spanish communication preferred.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
- Full-Time
WORK LOCATION:
- 1850 W 21st Street, Chicago, IL 60608 – Flexibility to travel to satellite locations required.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Vacation time and sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Employee assistance program
- 401k with employer matching
- Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D coverage
- Company-paid short term disability coverage
- Flexible schedule
- Tuition Reimbursement
SCHEDULE:
- Evening shifts as needed
- Holidays as needed
- Overtime as needed
- Weekends as needed
- On call
To apply please submit resume and cover letter to resume@elvalor.net regarding interest in this open position.