IVH-C REGISTERED NURSE I (DAY-SHIFT) (UMP)

IVH-C REGISTERED NURSE I (DAY-SHIFT) (UMP)

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Job Information Job Requisition ID: 55332 Opening Date: 05/07/2026 Closing Date: 05/20/2026 Agency: Department of Veterans' Affairs Class Title: REGISTERED NURSE I - 38131 Skill Option: UMP Credential Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $6,604 monthly; Full Range $6,604 - $8,960 monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Cook Number of Vacancies: 16 Bargaining Unit Code: 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 employees should use the SuccessFactors employee portal. Essential Functions In conformance with established standards, procedures, and policy, provides a full range of professional nursing services in the care and treatment of residents, such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs, examining residents using nursing assessment skills and monitoring physical conditions and reactions to various treatments and adheres to State and Federal regulatory guidelines utilizing professional training and experience in the field of nursing. Prepares and maintains medical records and histories such as recording physician's orders, charting medications, recording resident conditions and behaviors. Provides guidance, instruction and explanation of patient care and treatment and the use of equipment to non–professional nursing staff. Makes regular rounds of residents in relation to nursing duties and physician rounds. Sets up, operates, and monitors special equipment, such as aspiration equipment and suction equipment. Orders and maintains medications and other medical equipment and supplies. Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. 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 ability to pass a background check. Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health‑related policies and guidance. Requires ability to pass a drug screen and pre‑employment physical. Requires ability to establish rapport with individuals. Requires ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers. Requires ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate. Requires ability to 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 duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. On‑call and overtime are a condition of employment, and you may be required to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last‑minute overtime, and may be required to work alternating weekends. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends. This also requires the ability to work in a 24 hour 'on call' capacity. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. Benefits Package Flexible work schedules in many program areas (where applicable) Health, life, vision, and dental insurance. 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave. Pension Plan Deferred Compensation, and other pre‑tax benefit programs. Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually. Ten to twenty‑five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service. Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro‑rated based on start date. Thirteen‑Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually. 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. Upward Mobility Program 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 Titles Descriptions. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must 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: Non‑State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website. #J-18808-Ljbffr State-of-Illinois