Registered Nurse Trainer - Part Time Casual

Vista Care Illinois, LLC in; Lincoln (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Vista Care Illinois, LLC is seeking a Registered Nurse Trainer for part-time casual engagement. The role focuses on mentoring operations staff, overseeing medical care, and training on medication administration and health protocols across residential and community settings.

The position requires an active RN license in Illinois, 2 years of RN experience, and the ability to travel between programs as needed. A driver’s license and CPR/First Aid certification are also required.

Qualifications

• Valid State RN license required.
• 2 years of RN experience.
• Must pass drug screen, background checks, and verification.
• Proficient with computer systems and medical records.
• Ability to travel between programs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, coach, and audit medical records for people supported.
• Educate unlicensed staff on medication administration and basic wound/seizure care.
• Perform HRST/SAMA assessments per regulations.
• Train staff on health procedures and protocols.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfer of medical orders.
• Oversee medication procurement and disposal as required by law.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant health information and reporting.

Skills

RN experience

Driver's license

Tech literacy

Communication

Integrity

Customer focus

Decisive

Teamwork

Education

RN license (State Board)

ADN or BSN

DHS RN Trainer cert within 30 days

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Registered Nurse Trainer - Part Time Casual (Healthcare)

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Trainer - Illinois

Department: Quality and Nursing Services

Reports To: Nurse Manager

Date: September, 2025

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse Trainer monitors and promotes the health and safety of the people supported. This position ensures company compliance with all relevant medical rules, regulations, and guidelines. This position operates in a professional office environment, the residential programs, and in the community, and will use standard office equipment. While performing this position, employees may be at risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens, and violent and offensive behavior.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provides overall direction regarding medical care to the Operations department by mentoring, coaching, and auditing records of people supported.
• Provides education and authorization to unlicensed staff to perform certain tasks; medication administration, basic wound care, seizure care, etc in accordance to regulations.
• Conducts various assessments; HRST, SAMA, etc in a timely and throughout manner according to regulations.
• Supports local management to develop direct care staff knowledge of medical procedures, medication administration, and healthcare procedures.
• Develops, implements, and trains on various health protocols.
• Support operations in admissions and discharges and ensures that all protocols and medical orders are transferred.
• Supports operations as needed with the ordering and disbursement of all prescribed and over the counter medications, appropriate medical supplies, and equipment for people supported.
• Disposes of unused or discontinued prescription meds as needed and as required by state law and regulation.
• Follows up on all medication errors and provides reports consistent with internal policies and procedures and local, state, or federal regulations.
• Maintains high level of awareness regarding the health and medical needs of people supported and provides medical information to necessary parties, in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Works closely with health and medical professionals within the community to ensure adequate care for the people supported.
• Understands and develops practices that align with state regulations, quality standards, and other health and safety regulations.
• Attends meetings and training as needed.
• Represents the company in a professional manner in the community.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding company information, including any information regarding people supported.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid State drivers license
• 2 years of previous RN experience
• Must be able to pass company drug screen process (if applicable), Medicaid and Medicare fraud checks, a criminal background check, and an employment history verification
• Intermediate/Advanced understanding of technology and computer functions. Vista Care is a national leader in providing services to people with mental health and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Some people supported may demonstrate behavioral challenges.
• Displays high integrity and exercises due diligence
• Acts decisively
• Focuses on customer needs
• Builds strong alliances
• Inspires high performance
• Maintains professional credibility
• Demonstrates astuteness

Education:

• Valid nursing license issued from the State Board of Nursing
• Licensed Registered Nurse
• Ability to obtain the DHS RN Trainer certification within 30 days of start date
• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Previous knowledge of providing nursing care to people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and/or Mental Health is preferred
• CPR/First Aid certification current and valid

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift at least fifty (50) pounds on a routine basis to assist with individuals supported.
• Ability to bend, twist, lift, reach and assist individuals supported with their movements including their ability to stand up.
• Variable weekly hours to support operational needs including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays including possible on-call support.
• Required to work in Shared Living settings as needed.
• Successful applicant(s) will travel to the various programs as assigned under the direction of Vista Care leadership which may include across various states.