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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Licensed Practical Nurse - Internal Medicine Clinic

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeChicago, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Hold an active Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
  • Obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification within 45 days unless the department leader determines it is not required.
  • Complete advanced training beyond high school through an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
  • Be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
  • Be able to lift and support 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  • Be able to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
  • Have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and the ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
  • Be able to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • Be able to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
  • Wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.
  • Be able to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
  • Complete Physical Abilities Testing if required.
  • Meet any additional department-specific physical requirements identified by the nurse leader.

Responsibilities

  • Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
  • Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures.
  • Perform lab-related tasks, including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
  • Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
  • Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated care.
  • Obtain prior authorization for medications and diagnostic testing.
  • Assist in emergency room transfers.
  • Work one late night per week and rotating Saturdays.

About the Company

Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Advocate Health Care is a faith-based nonprofit health system serving Illinois and Wisconsin with a network of hospitals, clinics, and providers. It delivers a broad range of medical services using current techniques and ongoing research, coordinated through clinical integration. The organization offers financial advocacy and assistance to help uninsured or underinsured patients manage hospital bills. Its goal is to improve patient care and expand access by combining high-quality medical services, financial support, and a commitment to clinical excellence.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Late Stage VC
Total funding
$18M
Headquarters
Oak Brook, IL
Founded
1976

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