IVH-M REGISTERED NURSE II (DAY SHIFT)

Illinois Comptroller; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Registered Nurse II to provide professional nursing care to residents per standards and policies. Responsibilities include assessing needs, administering medications, maintaining records, coordinating care plans, and promoting a safe environment for residents.

The role serves as a clinical resource to staff, delivering high-quality healthcare, with opportunities to impact Illinois veterans’ lives and safety.

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an approved nursing education program resulting in an associate or diploma degree in nursing and two years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience.
• Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing and one year of professional nursing experience.
• Requires a master's degree in nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under direction of the Nursing Supervisor.
• Serves as designated lead worker.
• Assists physician with rounds.
• Reviews medical records to ensure orders, medications and care are documented.
• Verifies staff numbers and assignments.
• Performs other duties within the scope of duties.

Education

Associate / Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor's in Nursing

Master's in Nursing

Job description

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We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

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Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

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Agency: Department of Veterans' Affairs

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,423 monthly; Full Range $7,423 - $10,093 monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Kankakee

Number of Vacancies: 2

Bargaining Unit Code: RC023 Registered Nurses, INA

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger - something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview:

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to hire a Registered Nurse II. This position provides professional nursing care to residents in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Responsibilities include assessing resident needs, administering medications and treatments, maintaining accurate medical records, coordinating care plans, and promoting a safe and supportive environment for residents. The Registered Nurse II also serves as a clinical resource to nursing staff and contributes to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services. We encourage compassionate, dependable, and experienced nursing professionals interested in making a meaningful difference in the lives of Illinois Veterans to apply for this rewarding position.

Essential Functions:

• Under direction of the Nursing Supervisor and in accordance with established standards provides direct patient care.
• Serves as designated lead worker.
• Assist physician with rounds.
• Reviews recipients' medical records to assure that physician orders are posted, medication and member care treatment and observations are charted.
• Verify number and classification of staff available to assign/reassign.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires (a) graduation from an approved nursing education program resulting in an associate or diploma degree in nursing and two years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience; OR (b) a bachelor's degree in nursing and one year of professional nursing experience; OR (c) a master's degree in nursing.
• Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.

Conditions of Employment:

• Requires ability to pass a background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
• Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
• Requires ability acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois and requires the employee to maintain active, valid licensure in good standing throughout employment and provide the employer with updated documentation following each renewal.
• Overtime is a condition or employment, and you may be required to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency designed to empower veterans and their families to thrive. We do this by assisting them in navigating the system of federal, state, and local resources and benefits, providing long-term health care for eligible veterans in our Veterans’ Homes and partnering with other agencies and non-profits to help veterans address education, mental health, housing, employment, and other challenges. A career with the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs provides a rewarding and challenging opportunity for individuals. Working together, we create partnerships and experiences that engage and inspire our fellow co-workers and the veterans and their family members that we serve every day.

Benefits Package

The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs offers a robust benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedules in many program areas (where applicable)
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

Work Hours: 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM; 37.5 Hours Per Week Consisting of Three (3) 12.5-Hour Shifts; Every Other Weekend Required (Subject to Change Based on Agency Need)
Headquarter Location: 1 Veterans Dr, Manteno, Illinois, 60950
Work County: Kankakee
Agency Contact: [e-mail]
Posting Group: Health Services

Nearest Major Market: Kankakee
Nearest Secondary Market: Bradley