Licensed Practical Nurse

Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Envision Unlimited plays a vital role in assessing and addressing the medical, health, and safety needs of clients within assigned community living program(s). Under the supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse, the LPN conducts client assessments, documents medical needs and interventions, monitors medication regimens, and collaborates with internal and external partners to ensure client well‑being.

• Perform onsite client assessments, intervention and provide treatment
• Administer medications including oral, topical and by injection
• Perform onsite quality assessment of medication carts
• Document client medical needs and interventions, including progress notes
• Monitor medication regimens; review medication records, physician orders, bubble packs, and MARs
• Review client medical records monthly or more frequently as needed
• Communicate effectively with Program Directors, CLS Administrators, the Division Director, physicians, and other medical personnel
• Support client hospitalizations, including admission, discharge planning, and hospital visits as needed
• Travel to multiple CILA locations each shift

• Provide staff development and training related to health, safety, and medical topics
• Participate in agency in‑service programs
• Serve on division or agency‑wide committees as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned

This position does not include supervisory responsibilities.

• Current Illinois license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Valid CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• At least two years of clinical nursing experience, preferably including one year working with individuals with developmental disabilities

While performing job duties, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, hear, speak clearly, and use hands and fingers with dexterity.

The work environment is typically low to moderate in noise level and may involve working independently or with others, including verbal and face‑to‑face interactions.

• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Coverage: HMO, PPO
• Dental and Vision Insurance Options
• Company paid Life and LTD Insurance
• Voluntary plans (Pet insurance, AD&D, Life, Critical Illness, Short Term Disability)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation, sick time and personal days
• 403B plan
• In house training and CEU’s
• Employee Assistance Network
• Support for pursuing clinical licensure (financial and time off)
• Opportunity for career growth & development

Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary:

$32.66 per hour