About this role
Job Requisition ID: 45485
Opening Date: 03/26/2025
Closing Date/Time: 03/26/2026
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: REGISTERED NURSE I - 38131
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,381 - $8,785 per month ($76,572 - $105,420 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Randolph
Number of Vacancies: 17
Plan/BU: RC023 Registered Nurses, INA
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 45485
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 Chester Mental Health Center located in Chester, Illinois. This position will be responsible for performing direct nursing care for people with mental illness. The successful candidate shall demonstrate 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, provides professional nursing care to mentally ill patients on a living unit on an assigned shift.
- Provides guidance to lower-level staff for adherence to treatment plans and compliance with applicable operational policies and procedures, current professional standards of psychiatric mental health patient care.
- Performs a variety of nursing care functions including preparing and administering medication, laboratory specimens, preparing patients for specialized diagnostic testing, providing Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Consults with physicians and other professional staff regarding patient treatment and care.
- Monitors the use of appropriate techniques to ensure a safe, secure therapeutic and sanitary environment of care and general performance of duties.
- Completes mandatory nursing training requirements and continuing education workshops and seminars to maintain professional competency.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires graduation from an approved nursing education program resulting in an associate or diploma degree in nursing or a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
* This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays on a rotation basis.
- Requires the ability to serve on an on-call basis.
- Requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
- Requires the ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
- Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
- Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers and basic computer skills.
- Requires the ability to physically restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to patient or others.
- Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
* All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Various Shifts. 30 minute paid lunch. See below.
(1 vacancy) 6:45am - 7:15pm Week A: Sun/Mon/Fri, Week B: Tue/Wed/Sat (Unit A)
(1 vacancy) 6:45am - 7:15pm Week A: Wed/Thur/Sat, Week B: Sun/Wed/Fri (Unit A)
(1 vacancy) 6:45am - 7:15pm Week A: Mon/Tue/Sat, Week B: Sun/Mon/Thur (Unit A)
(2 vacancies) 6:45pm - 7:15am Week A: Sun/Mon/Fri, Week B: Tue/Wed/Sat (Unit A)
(1 vacancy) 6:45pm - 7:15am Week A: Wed/Thur/Sat, Week B: Sun/Thur/Fri (Unit A)
(1 vacancy) 6:45pm - 7:15am Week A: Sun/Thur/Fri, Week B: Mon/Tue/Sat (Unit A)
(1 vacancy) 6:45am - 7:15pm Week A: Sun/Thur/Fri, Week B: Tue/Fri/Sat (Unit B)
(1 vacancy) 6:45am - 7:15pm Week A: Sun/Wed/Thu, Week B: Tue/Wed/Sat (Unit B)
(1 vacancy) 6:45pm - 7:15am Week A: Wed/Thur/Sat, Week B: Sun/Mon/Fri (Unit B)
(1 vacancy) 6:45pm - 7:15am Week A: Mon/Tue/Sat, Week B: Sun/Mon/Thur (Unit B)
(1 vacancy) 6:45pm - 7:15am Week A: Sun/Wed/Fri, Week B: Wed/Thur/Sat (Unit B)
(1 vacancy) 6:45am - 7:15pm Week A: Tue/Wed/Sat, Week B: Sun/Mon/Thur (Unit C)
(1 vacancy) 6:45pm - 7:15am Week A: Mon/Fri/Sat, Week B: Sun/Mon/Thur (Unit C)
(1 vacancy) 6:45am - 7:15pm Week A: Mon/Tue/Sat, Week B: Sun/Wed/Fri (Unit E)
(1 vacancy) 6:45am - 7:15pm Week A: Tue/Wed/Sat, Week B: Sun/Mon/Thur (Admissions/Float)
(1 vacancy) 6:45am - 7:15pm Week A: Sun/Mon/Fri, Week B: Tue/Wed/Sat (Admissions/Float)
Work Location: 1315 Lehmen Dr, Chester, Illinois, 62233-2542
Division of Mental Health
Chester Mental Health Center
Nursing Services
Agency Contact: [email protected]
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:
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A Pension Program
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Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
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3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
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12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
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10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
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Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
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13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
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Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
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12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
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Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
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Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
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Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
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GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
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5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
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Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employee must apply internally and upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
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:
Other facts
About State of Illinois
DCFS is responsible for protecting children and strengthening families through the investigation and intervention of suspected child abuse. If you suspect a child is being maltreated or a family is in need of help, call the Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-800-25-ABUSE. All calls are confidential. The Hotline is staffed 24 hours a day.
What you'll do
- The Registered Nurse will provide professional nursing care to mentally ill patients and guide lower-level staff in adherence to treatment plans. Responsibilities include administering medication, monitoring patient care, and ensuring a safe therapeutic environment.
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