Licensed Practical Nurse

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree). Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience: Ambulatory or hospital-based care setting.

Certifications

• LPN with an active license in the State of Illinois. CPR certification.
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• Knowledge: Computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office software, ability to type and enter patient information in electronic medical record. Preferred Competencies Knowledge of patient care fundamentals, including aseptic principles and techniques. Provide direct patient care in a professional and respectful manner. Excellent verbal and written communication. Read documents or instruments. Perform multiple concurrent tasks with occasional interruptions. Exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive situations. Solve problems by applying math or reasoning principles. Working Conditions Ability to sit or stand for 4 hours or more. Ability to use computers extensively for 4 hours or more. Work may involve assisting patients in transferring to and from chairs, wheelchairs, exam tables and gurneys. Current lifting procedures must be followed. Duties performed require potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Occupational risk for exposure to infectious material and communicable diseases. Required annual TB control training and/or other health screenings. Comply with UCMC flu vaccination requirements. Scheduled work hours may change depending on clinic needs. A rotating schedule, including 8 or 10-hour shifts, may be required. Some weekend hours may be required. Work may be performed in varied locations inside/outside of the clinical setting, including other campus or offsite locations. Application Documents Cover Letter (preferred) Resume (required) List of 3 Professional References (required) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Healthcare & Medical Services Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Drug Test Required Yes Health Screen Required Yes Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Hourly FLSA Status Non-Exempt Pay Range $30.00 - $34.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information.
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