Registered Nurse I (UMP)

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Sponsorship for Employment

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Location

Kankakee, IL, US, 60901

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• Job Requisition ID: 57362
• Job Requisition ID: 57362
• Opening Date: 07/22/2026
• Closing Date: 08/04/2026
• Agency: Department of Human Services
• Class Title: REGISTERED NURSE I - 38131
• Skill Option: UMP Credential
• Bilingual Option: None
• Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,604 - $8,960 per month ($79,248 - $107,520 per year)
• Job Type: Salaried
• Category: Full Time
• County: Kankakee
• Number of Vacancies: 9
• Bargaining Unit Code: RC023 Registered Nurses, INA

Merit Comp Code

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

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.

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.

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

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 Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire an independent, highly organized, and detail-oriented licensed Registered Nurse for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois. This position will be responsible for performing direct nursing care for people with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities. 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 Provides professional nursing care to individuals served on an assigned shift. Provides work-related guidance, instructions and explanations to lower-level nursing staff and other direct support staff in the care of individuals, injury reduction, health and safety, hygiene, treatment, procedures, and the use of equipment. Intervenes in potential crisis situations, e.g., suicide attempts, verbal, or physical aggression.

Performs quality assurance activities including conducting audits and preparing Infection Control Reports. Attends training to keep abreast of latest nursing techniques and concepts. Serves as Center-wide medical/nursing resource on the assigned shift during the absence of other professional nursing personnel.

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 utilize office equipment, including personal computers and basic computer skills. Requires ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate. Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.

Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. 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) 6:30am - 7:00pm Week 1: Wed/Fri/Sat, Week 2: Sun/Tues/Wed (Clinical Services)

(1 vacancy) 6:30am - 7:00pm Week 1: Mon/Tues/Sat, Week 2: Sun/Wed/Thurs (Clinical Services)

(1 vacancy) 6:30am - 7:00pm Week 1: Mon/Tues/Sat, Week 2: Sun/Mon/Thurs (Clinical Services)

(1 vacancy) 6:30am - 7:00pm Week 1: Wed/Thurs/Sat, Week 2: Sun/Tues/Fri (Clinical Services)

(1 vacancy) 6:30am - 7:00pm Week 1: Mon/Tues/Sat, Week 2: Sun/Wed/Thurs (Clinical Services)

(1 vacancy) 6:30am - 7:00pm Week 1: Mon/Tues/Sat, Week 2: Sun/Thurs/Fri (Clinical Services)

(1 vacancy) 10:30am - 11:00pm Week 1: Tues/Wed/Sat, Week 2: Sun/Thurs/Fri (Clinical Services)

(1 vacancy) 10:30am - 11:00pm Week 1: Mon/Fri/Sat, Week 2: Sun/Thurs/Fri (Clinical Services)

(1 vacancy) 10:30am - 11:00pm Week 1: Mon/Tues/Sat, Week 2: Sun/Thurs/Fri (Clinical Services) Headquarter Location: 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Shapiro Center

Clinical Services

• Work County: Kankakee
• Agency Contact: DHS. HiringUnit@illinois.gov
• Posting Group: Health Services; Social Services

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

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

A Pension Program Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually 12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year) 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment) Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard work schedules (as applicable) 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) 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 (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

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. 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

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…