Licensed Practical Nurse II - Decatur; U

Overview

The position performs nursing care procedures under the direct supervision of an RN or medical provider. The primary responsibility of the position is to ensure that safety, quality, and efficiency in health care delivery is provided to patients under the direction of an RN or medical provider. This position will foster a team approach by working collaboratively with the patient, family, provider, and other members of the health care team to ensure coordination of services.

They will actively participate in provider and staff team projects in order to enhance patient care coordination and satisfaction.

Sign-On Bonus: Now offering a $7,500 sign-on bonus with a 2-year employment commitment for candidates identified for hire before June 30th, 2026!

• Assists providers with exams, minor procedures and surgeries.
• Prepares patients for physician exams by accurately taking and recording vital signs, history, medications, procedures, and instructions according to policies and unit standards.
• Assisting providers as a scribe when necessary.
• Assists with CLIA waived lab tests and venipuncture for labs as necessary.
• Administers medications and immunizations according to departmental policies.
• Processes medication refills according to established policy.
• Performs screenings such as visual and yearly wellness recommendations.
• Schedules patients with acute and urgent problems per scheduling policy.
• Takes action quickly and appropriately in response to change in patient condition per provider orders.
• Identifies patient signs or symptoms that indicate a significant variance and informs RN and/or provider in a timely manner.
• Provides and documents patient care within the standards of practice, policies, procedures and department protocols.
• Processes pre-certifications and makes referral appointments.
• Collects specimen samples from patients of all age groups using appropriate lab procedures and two patient identifiers. Takes full responsibility for specimen from collection to delivery.
• Investigates and follows up on all patient identification and specimen collection discrepancies.
• Notifies supervisor and/or provider with appropriate questions or concerns.

• Sets up procedure room.
• Cleans, sterilizes, and packages instruments and equipment for diagnostic procedures and treatment as required.
• Assists in inventory of clinical supplies including checking of expiration dates.
• Maintains clean, well-equipped exam rooms, laboratory, and procedure rooms.
• Differentiates among emergent, urgent and non-urgent patients.
• Observes safety precautions for patients and staff.

• Provides clear, accurate information and thorough instructions to patients under the supervision of an RN and/or provider.
• Provides patient with wellness information and education in their disease management processes.
• Provides verbal and written education materials to patients under the supervision of an RN and/or provider.

• Assists supervisor with report completion as directed.
• Assists in quality assurance and improvement (i.e. Repeat BP checks, nurse standing orders).
• Prioritizes work effectively and seeks guidance from supervisor as needed.
• Screens calls from home health agencies, nursing homes and other health care providers.
• Collects and documents patient data over the telephone within the clinical standards.

• Attends nursing in-service, continuing education programs, and departmental meetings.

• Possession of a valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation; AND
• 6 months of nursing experience in a health care facility (such as a hospital, nursing home, medical clinic, prison, mental health facility, or closely related facilities)

If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr recruitment or call  Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.

Pre-employment background screenings required.