Licensed Practice Nurse/ RN (Non-Hospital)

Position Overview

IMMEDIATE HIRE. Would you like to make a difference in people’s lives and be part of a fulfilling team? Haymarket Center is seeking a Detox Nurse-West Loop to deliver compassionate care to patients undergoing drug rehabilitation at our West Loop location. Join a dedicated team committed to supporting our mission and core values while working flexible shifts (1st and 2nd, part time or full time). Haymarket Center has become a leader in addictions and behavioral health treatment through evidence-based interventions and state-of-the-art programming.

Key Responsibilities

• Work under direct supervision using Policies and Procedures and nursing judgment.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner in compliance with unit and facility policies.
• Collaborate with the Nurse Supervisor to provide direct nursing care per physician orders, care plans, or established protocols.
• Assess patients, make observations, and report pertinent information to appropriate staff.
• Conduct initial health screenings and assess clients’ medical needs.
• Chart vital signs, treatments performed, and medications administered while maintaining accurate records.
• Implement patient care plans and evaluate responses to care.
• Monitor clients self-administering medications and their reactions.
• Direct and supervise medical care given by other staff members when necessary.
• Maintain knowledge of documentation requirements and ensure confidentiality of protected patient information in accordance with legal and licensure standards.
• Provide education to patients, their families, or caregivers.
• Work rotating shifts, including holidays and weekends as scheduled.
• Initiate emergency support measures (e.g., CPR) and protect patients from injury.
• Participate in identifying staff educational needs and serve as a preceptor for new team members as delegated.
• Maintain patient care supplies, unit equipment, and a safe program environment.
• Contribute to the development of unit objectives and assist in formulating and evaluating standards of care.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse/RN in the State of Illinois.
• Demonstrated ability to act with integrity and professionalism when working with a challenging population experiencing acute withdrawal and mental health issues.
• Ability to work effectively with patients, staff, and support services.
• Proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
• Capable of making independent decisions when necessary.
• Skilled in accurately relaying information regarding patients’ medical and psychosocial conditions.
• Good general health with the ability to move throughout the work day.
• Physically able to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 pounds.

Benefits & Perks

• Signing Bonus after 90 days
• COMPENSATION COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE
• Flexible scheduling with available 1st and 2nd shifts (part time or full time).
• Immediate hire opportunity.