Registered Nurse (RN)

Forest-City-Nursing-and-Rehab; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest-City-Nursing-and-Rehab is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a full-time role in Illinois. The RN coordinates and supervises nursing care on the assigned unit, ensuring appropriate staffing, timely medication administration, and high-quality resident care.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited nursing program with an active Illinois RN license, strong clinical judgment, leadership abilities, and excellent communication with staff, physicians, and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current Illinois RN license.
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to supervise and collaborate with staff.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Assign and supervise nursing staff based on unit needs.
• Administer medications, injections, and treatments per physician orders.
• Conduct daily rounds and ensure Care Plan compliance.
• Communicate with physicians and families regarding resident status.
• Maintain accurate documentation and narcotic accountability in the EMR.
• Ensure infection control, safety standards, and policy compliance.
• Complete incident reports and coordinate resident transfers as needed

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Supervision

Clinical judgment

Staff collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Nursing diploma or equivalent

Job description

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) – FULL TIME

Job Summary
The RN coordinates and supervises nursing care on the assigned unit, ensuring appropriate staffing, timely medication administration, and high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

• Current Illinois RN license

• Working knowledge of general nursing practices

• Supervisory experience preferred

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills

• Ability to effectively supervise and collaborate with staff

• Proficient in spoken and written English

Requirements

• Physically and mentally able to perform nursing duties

• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills

• Compassionate, professional, and resident-focused

• Knowledge of JCAHO, OBRA, IDPH, and HFS regulations

Key Responsibilities

• Assign and supervise nursing staff based on unit needs

• Administer medications, injections, and treatments per physician orders

• Conduct daily rounds and ensure Care Plan compliance

• Communicate with physicians and families regarding resident status

• Maintain accurate documentation and narcotic accountability in the EMR

• Ensure infection control, safety standards, and policy compliance

• Complete incident reports and coordinate resident transfers as needed

Job Type: Full-Time