LPN, part-time
Location: Chicago
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Now Hiring: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Location: Southwood
Interventions | 5701 S. Wood St. | Chicago, IL 60636 Job Type:
part-time Wage: $37.00 per hour Hiring part-time Licensed Practical
Nurses (LPN) to join our amazing team at our Southwood
Interventions program located in Chicago. Who We Are: Abraxas Youth
& Family Services is a nonprofit human services provider dedicated
to Building Better Futures for youth, adults, and families. Our
diversified array of services includes alternative education,
outpatient counseling, in-home services, detention, residential
treatment and re-entry/transition services. Since 1973, Abraxas
team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve
and the communities in which they live. Licensed Practical Nurse,
LPN - Primary Duties and Responsibilities Under the supervision of
and in collaboration with an appropriate medical staff member (i.e.
physician or registered nurse), assists with the medical treatment
of clients by ensuring the components of the nursing process are
effectively applied. Designated as the Responsible Health
Authority. Designates appropriate client referrals to the
contracted physician(s) and other medical agencies or
practitioners. Administers physician prescribed medications and
vaccines. Controls and maintains adequate inventory of medications
and medical supplies. Responds to all medical emergencies, provides
first aid and periodically works "on-call" shifts to provide
emergency assistance as needed. Maintains all medical
documentation, medical history, and file on each client and abides
by HIPAA compliance rules and regulations. Participates in health
training of clients to include hygiene, nutrition, and diet.
Participates in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
Coordinates with community service agencies, as required, to ensure
routine and emergency medical care for clients and staff members.
Promotes good health habits, hygiene, and nutrition with all
clients. Evaluates continuously the quality of medical care for the
clients. Ensures medical services department complies with all
licensing and regulatory statues. Minimum Hiring Requirements: The
following education requirements are acceptable for this
classification including: Licensed practical nurse or registered
nurse license to practice in the appropriate State by the board in
which the program/facility resides. Criminal clearances Drug screen
& TB test At least twenty-one (21) years of age Why Should You
Consider Abraxas? At Abraxas , we celebrate the richness of our
diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively
committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we
strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally
competent organization. As we work to make a difference in people’s
lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of
those we serve and our employees. As a provider of trauma-informed
care, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead
fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a
privilege to assist them in their journey. Whether you’re looking
to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional
wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities
for development at all levels. At Abraxas , everything we do
centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing
you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that
help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing
choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness.
Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you
up for success both in and outside of work. If you want to have a
positive impact in the lives of others, come join us! Equal
Opportunity Employer Abraxas Youth & Family Services , an affiliate
of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those
passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.
Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a
high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a
bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling,
juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to
make a difference, we have a career path for you. Who is Apis
Services Inc: . Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly-owned subsidiary of
Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering
Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate
companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and
vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on
quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in
reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity
creation and employee compensation betterments. Apis Services, Inc
and affiliate’s provides equal employment opportunities for all
employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all
federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations,
including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All
employment decisions are made without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual
orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic
information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status
or any other basis protected by law. This policy of
non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to
every phase and aspect of hiring and employment. We are Hiring and
We Want You on Our Team! Thank you for your interest in a rewarding
career at Abraxas Youth & Family Services. We hope you consider
applying for employment with us! Now Hiring: Licensed Practical
Nurse (LPN) Location: Southwood Interventions | 5701 S. Wood St. |
Chicago, IL 60636
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