Licensed Practical Nurse I (Ump)

State of Illinois•Kankakee, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse I to provide beginning-level practical nursing services to individuals with intellectual disabilities at the Shapiro Center in Kankakee, Illinois. The position performs routine nursing functions, maintains accurate clinical documentation, observes individuals’ physical conditions, and communicates changes to higher-level nursing or medical staff. The nurse follows applicable Public Health regulations and Department and Facility policies and procedures. This is a full-time, salaried position with five vacancies. The work schedule is on a rotating two-week pattern, with shifts either 6:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m. or 10:30 a.m.–11:00 p.m. Employees work Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday during week one, and Monday, Friday, and Saturday during week two. Each shift includes a 30-minute paid lunch. The position is fully in-office at 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois. The position is covered by a union collective bargaining agreement and is an Upward Mobility Program credential title. Applicants seeking to use UMP contractual rights must apply internally and upload their UMP grade notice before submitting their application.

Requirements

Hold an Illinois practical nurse license.
Obtain and maintain a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
Be able to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays.
Be able to use office equipment, including personal computers.
Be able to physically restrain individuals when necessary to prevent injury to the individual or others.
Be able to travel while performing job duties.
Pass the IDHS background check.
Pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois law.

Nice To Haves

A resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended, but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform beginning-level practical nursing functions for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Document monthly progress notes for each individual according to facility procedures.
Complete routine medical procedures, including taking or monitoring temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respirations.
Transcribe physician orders according to facility policies, procedures, and Public Health regulations.
Monitor designated meal periods to ensure food intake and feeding precautions are followed and respond to medical emergencies.
Observe individuals’ physical conditions and convey changes to higher-level nursing or medical staff.
Maintain accurate records, including nursing notes and treatment records.
Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the position as required or assigned.

Benefits

Pension program.
Competitive group insurance benefits, including health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
3 paid personal business days annually.
12 paid sick days annually, with unused sick days carrying over from year to year.
10–25 days of paid vacation annually, with 10 days in the first year of employment.
13 paid holidays annually and 14 in even-numbered years.
12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Deferred Compensation Program supplemental retirement plan.
Optional pre-tax Medical Care Assistance Plan and Dependent Care Assistance Plan.
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
GI Bill training/apprenticeship benefits eligibility for qualifying veterans.
5% salary differential for bilingual positions.
Commuter Savings Program for Chicago employees.
Flexible work schedules when available and dependent on the position.