Job Description

Job Requisition ID:  47379 
Closing Date/Time:  06/02/2025
Agency:  Department of Veterans' Affairs
Class Title:  REGISTERED NURSE II - 38132 
Skill Option:  None 
Bilingual Option:  None 
Salary:  $6,899 - $9,381/Monthly; CBA language applies; Anticipated starting salary $6,899/Monthly
Job Type:  Salaried
Category:  Full Time 
County:  Kankakee
Number of Vacancies:  1
Plan/BU:  RC023

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position  MUST apply electronically through the  illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the  SuccessFactors employee career portal.

 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number 47379  

 

 

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.

Essential Functions

• Under general direction, in accordance with established standards procedures and policies, plans and provides inservice training for professional and sub-professional nursing service staff.
• Monitors the spread of infectious and communicable diseases.
• Plans and coordinates all nursing care on a designated unit and shift; provides professional nursing care to residents using assessment skills and clinical knowledge.
• Provides nursing consultation to other nursing staff regarding educational and informational tools to assist in providing and improving patient care.
• Assists with the orientation of new nursing staff and provides post-classroom instruction in applying various resident care procedures and techniques.
• Assists with coordinating facility resident and staff immunization program and instructs nursing staff on procedures to follow in implementing the facility's immunization program.
• 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 degree or diploma degree in Nursing and two (2) years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience; OR (b) a bachelor's degree in nursing and one (1) year of professional nursing experience: OR (c) a master's degree in nursing.
• Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in visual, auditory, physical, and comprehensive ability to instruct and demonstrate clinical nursing techniques and document information.
• Two (2) years of experience evaluating patient conditions and behavior and prepare accurate, detailed reports
• Extensive knowledge regarding State and Federal policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines
• Extensive knowledge of the methods and techniques utilized in developing educational programs.
• Extensive knowledge of pharmacology of commonly prescribed medicines and drugs and their therapeutic and possible adverse reactions.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to have a Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Instructor Certification or attainment within three (3) months of employment.
• Requires ability pass a background check.
• Requires ability meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
• Requires ability pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
• Requires ability utilize office equipment, including p personal computers.
• Requires ability 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 job duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: 7:00a.m. - 3:00p.m. Monday - Friday  

Work Location: 1 Veterans Dr, Manteno, Illinois, 60950

Agency Contact:  IDVA.HR.APPLICANTS@ILLINOIS.GOV

Posting Group:  Health Services

 

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

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the  career portal for State employees and review the  Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on  Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

 

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.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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