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IVH-M REGISTERED NURSE II (NIGHT SHIFT)We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.Reasonable Accommodation Statement The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents ? Additional Documents section for each application. Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.Sponsorship for Employment The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Disclosure of Salary Information In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant's wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant's wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.Position Overview: The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to hire a Registered Nurse II. This position provides professional nursing care to residents in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Responsibilities include assessing resident needs, administering medications and treatments, maintaining accurate medical records, coordinating care plans, and promoting a safe and supportive environment for residents. The Registered Nurse II also serves as a clinical resource to nursing staff and contributes to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.Essential Functions: Under direction of the Nursing Supervisor and in accordance with established standards provides direct patient care. Serves as designated lead worker. Assist physician with rounds. Reviews recipients' medical records to assure that physician orders are posted, medication and member care treatment and observations are charted. Verify number and classification of staff available to assign/reassign. 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 or diploma degree in nursing and two years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience; OR (b) a bachelor's degree in nursing and one year of professional nursing experience; OR (c) a master's degree in nursing. Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.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.Benefits Package The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs offers a robust benefit package including: 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.Work Hours: 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM; 37.5 Hours Per Week Consisting of Three (3) 12.5-Hour Shifts; Every Other Weekend Required (Subject to Change Based on Agency Need) Headquarter Location: 1 Veterans Dr, Manteno, Illinois, 60950 Work County: Kankakee