RN/LPN – PRN (Float Pool)

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking experienced Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide nursing services across its Health Center, Residential, and Housing programs. These positions support patient care through medication administration, health assessments, nursing documentation, patient education, and coordination with healthcare providers. Nurses help ensure continuity of care while promoting a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed approach to health and wellness.

This is a PRN opportunity requiring availability to work a minimum of two shifts per month. Shifts may be available at various Chestnut locations, including Health Centers, Residential programs, and Housing sites. 

Chestnut Health Systems™ is a leading provider of integrated health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to more than 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

• Complete or coordinate required nursing documentation and data entry in accordance with agency and funder requirements, including progress notes, opening paperwork, patient assistance program applications, medical and nursing forms, and mental health assessments and treatment plans when assigned.
• Complete and enter all medical and nursing documentation at the time services are provided.
• Review medical records for completeness and ensure required prescriber and patient signatures are obtained.
• Provide nursing services identified in treatment plans, including medication administration, medication monitoring, patient training, and case management.
• Assess patients for acute physical health concerns, provide first aid when indicated, and review physical health screenings.
• Coordinate referrals and prescriber reviews when additional medical attention is needed.
• Serve as a liaison between prescribers, patients, laboratories, healthcare providers, pharmacies, and Chestnut staff to support continuity of care.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to patient and family questions or concerns regarding medications, refills, and other nursing-related needs.
• Administer, evaluate, and document TB skin tests.
• Provide holistic medical education and patient teaching in accordance with nursing practice guidelines.
• Perform phlebotomy services, including venipuncture, capillary sampling, specimen preparation for transport, and related documentation.
• Promote Chestnut’s recovery-oriented and trauma-informed approach, including harm reduction, hope, respect, empowerment, health and wellness, and connectedness.
• Maintain positive working relationships with patients, families, coworkers, and community healthcare partners.
• Participate in meetings, staffings, and program development activities and provide backup support to other team members as needed.
• Follow Chestnut’s customer service standards when interacting with patients, coworkers, and community partners.
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of patient, financial, and organizational information.
• Perform other duties as assigned or agreed upon with the supervisor.

Additional RN III Responsibilities:

• Regularly provide peer leadership and mentorship to Medical Assistants, LPNs, and less experienced RNs.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and provide guidance to nursing and clinical support staff.
• Take initiative in identifying and managing projects and overseeing related responsibilities.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current practical nursing license in the State of Illinois.
• Less than 5 years of LPN experience.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, e-prescribing, and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Must complete required substance use training during the first week of employment before being assigned to detoxification services.

Registered Nurse (RN):

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current registered nursing license in the State of Illinois.
• At least 10 years of RN experience.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, email, videoconferencing, e-prescribing, and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Ability to provide peer leadership, mentor less experienced staff, and delegate tasks appropriately.

Requirements for Both Levels:

• Ability to remain awake, alert, and active during overnight hours.
• Availability to work a minimum of two shifts per month.
• Flexibility to work at available Chestnut locations, including Health Centers, Residential programs, and Housing sites.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with patients, families, healthcare providers, and other members of the care team.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality, recovery-oriented care, and trauma-informed practices.

Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We’d love to explore the possibilities with you.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.

Chestnut offers a new salary structure and robust benefits!

EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $18.88 - $36.00 per hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity. Check out additional benefits here!