Charge Nurse Job at Gateway Foundation Inc, Lake Villa, IL

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  • Gateway Foundation Inc
  • Lake Villa, IL

Job Description

Who is Gateway Foundation?

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards.

 

Why join us?

Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to provide essential services to underserved populations, all while working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth, while embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion for every individual in every community. When you join us, you have the opportunity to find both personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

 

Location: 25480 W. Cedarcrest Lane Lake Villa, IL 60046

 

Work Schedule: 2nd shift from 2:00pm-10:00pm

 

Charge Nurses are responsible for:

  • Distributes work flow in the department, delegates and prioritizes assignments to nursing staff in accordance with their level of training and client’s acuity. Develops and posts shift schedules. Organizes and assists with staff meetings
  • Coordinates client care and implementation of treatment plans by nursing staff:

    • assists with health screening and assessment of clients’ condition and aids to plan and administer client care
    • checks for completeness and accuracy of patient care plans to ensure adherence to accepted standards
    • evaluates clients’ behavior and / or condition to update / revise plan of care and inform physicians of any changes in clients’ status and medication changes.
  • Monitors client plan of care and evaluates clients’ conditons. Detects any issues that could result in injuries or other difficulties for clients or staff members and guides nursing staff through appropriate course of action
  • Reviews client records and audits client medical charts, EMAR, physician order transcriptions to ensure contractual and local, state and federal regulations compliance
  • Trains, develops, monitors, and evaluates performance of nursing staff:

    • participates in staff evaluations reviews
    • provides input regarding individual employee evaluations, suggests competency review, and advises on training to educate nursing staff
    • utilizes formal and informal venues, including peer consultation, mentorship, preceptor programs, unit conferences, case studies, patient rounds, and in-service programs to educate staff
  • Contributes to development and implementation of procedures and processes related to client care. Assists with the establishment of criteria for client care in the quality improvement plan
  • Provides patient / family education: explains discharge instructions and hands out appropriate information sheets
  • Monitors site medical equipment and inventory, initiates repairs, orders medical supplies and medication
  • Performs other duties as assigned, including emphasis on providing a direct client care

 

Job Requirements:

  • Associate degree is required. Bachelor degree in Nursing or health related field preferred
  • Current Registered Nurse license as required by the State
  • Three to five (3-5) years of progressively responsible nursing experience, preferably including some supervisory experience and at least 1 year of experience in psychiatric and / or substance abuse field
  • Comprehensive knowledge of theories, principles and concepts of nursing and nursing principles in order to plan, evaluate, and provide expertise in the development, implementation, and management of an effective nursing program
  • Working knowledge of JCAHO requirements and standards
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
  • High analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to quickly and accurately assess clients’ conditions
  • Ability to efficiently handle emergencies and remain calm in stressful situations
  • A caring and sympathetic demeanor

 

Physical Requirements: 

  • Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally.
  • Ability to speak in order to conduct training sessions, exchange information, and consult with others
  • Ability to record and proofread required information and documentation
  • Ability to respond to telephones and pages, and hear speech

 

Compensation (based on experience and credentials)

  • Range begins at $34.63 - $55.00 per hour
  • Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.

 

Benefits at Gateway Foundation:

Health and Wellness:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
  • Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums
  • Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

 

Financial Wellbeing:

  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match 
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Gateway
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

 

Flexibility and Time Off:

  • 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service
  • 9 paid company holidays
  • Work-life-balance

 

Personal Development:

  • Training & Development Programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year
  • eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related training
  • Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance

 

Gateway Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP  here .

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Temporary work, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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