REGISTERED NURSE II

Agency : Department of Human Services

Class Title : REGISTERED NURSE II - 38132

Skill Option : None

Bilingual Option : None

Opening Date : 03 / 17 / 2025

Closing Date / Time : 03 / 28 / 2025

Salary : Anticipated Salary : $6,899 - $9,520 per month ($82,788 - $114,240 per year)

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Kane

Number of Vacancies : 3

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.

While not required, a Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and / or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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

Posting Identification Number 45278

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 Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire an independent, highly organized, and detail-oriented licensed Registered Nurse for the Elgin Mental Health Center located in Elgin, Illinois. This position will be responsible for performing direct nursing care for people with mental illness on an assigned shift. The successful candidate shall demonstrate a valid Illinois License and good oral and written communication skills, be a self-starter, and be able to carry out nursing assignments pursuant to the direction of medical personnel.

Essential Functions

• Utilizing the nursing process, assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the delivery of nursing care for patients receiving health care services on an assigned shift.
• Serves as designated lead worker to lower-level staff.
• Provides report to staff and to oncoming lead worker to ensure continuity of care.
• Participates in meetings and discussions with clinical, medical, administrative, and other staff.
• Monitors the use of appropriate techniques to ensure a safe, secure therapeutic and sanitary environment of care and general performance of duties.
• Completes mandatory training requirements and participates in continuing education workshops and seminars to maintain age and disability specific professional competency through observation and evaluation.
• Attends ongoing education programs mandatory and optional in-service programs.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Work Hours : Various shifts; 30 minute unpaid lunch. See below.

(1 vacancy) 7 : 00am - 3 : 00pm Week 1 : Mon / Sat off, Week 2 : Sun / Thurs off (FTP M&N)

(1 vacancy) 11 : 00pm - 7 : 00am Week 1 : Tues / Sat off, Week 2 : Sun / Fri off (FTP M&N)

(1 vacancy) 7 : 00am - 3 : 00pm Week 1 : Tues / Sat off, Week 2 : Sun / Fri off (FTP H&I)

Work Location : 750 S State St, Elgin, Illinois, 60123

Division of Mental Health

Elgin Mental Health Center

Forensic Treatment Program

Agency Contact : DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

Posting Group : Health Services; Social Services

About the Agency :

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following :

Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link : https : / / www2.illinois.gov / cms / benefits / Pages / default.aspx

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.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

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 :