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CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER

State of Illinois Chester, IL 62233, US
Job Requisition ID: 57940  Opening Date: 08/18/2026Closing Date: 08/31/2026​Agency: Department of Human ServicesClass Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: Special License - Registered Nurse License Bilingual Option: NoneSalary: Anticipated Salary: $10,127 - $11,647 per month ($121,524 - $139,764 per year)Job Type: SalariedCategory: Full Time County: RandolphNumber of Vacancies: 1Bargaining Unit Code: NoneMerit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage   A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.   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.  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 Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire a licensed Registered Nurse to oversee and supervise professional and paraprofessional nursing staff in the care and treatment of forensic and behavioral management patients at the Chester Mental Health Center in Chester, Illinois.  The Chester Mental Health Center is designed to provide care and treatment for all adult males in the State of Illinois who require a greater degree of structure and security.  Chester Mental Health Center strives to assist patients to achieve their full recovery potential and values culture, safety, recovery, efficiency, and quality.   Essential Functions Serves as Clinical Nurse Manager functioning as head nurse of a unit. Serves as full-line supervisor. As relief facility wide supervisor, provides input into setting nursing schedules and staffing shortages on each unit. Ensures compliance with nursing, facility and departmental standards, policies and procedures. Coordinates patient care services with other professional disciplines and staff such as physicians, therapists and dieticians. Prepares and administers prescribed medications to patients. Prepares for and serves as health/education in-service resource regarding Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Bloodborne Pathogens, Restraints, First Aid, Tardive Dyskinesia DISCUS, etc. Serves as screening nurse during admission procedures. Serves as a member of the medical staff. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years of college with coursework in nursing. Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience in a public or business organization. Preferred Qualifications Three (3) years of professional experience supervising professional nursing staff.   Three (3) years of professional nursing experience working with individuals with mental illnesses including the preparation of nursing treatment plans. Three (3) years of professional experience recommending and implementing nursing policies and procedures, relative to the latest trends and nursing standards. Three (3) years of professional experience performing quality assurance assessments on nursing services in accordance with Joint Commission Standards. Three (3) years of professional experience providing training to nursing staff and communicating with internal and external stakeholders in oral and written form relative to the care and treatment of patients and the latest teaching methods. Three (3) years of professional experience working with current diagnostic and treatment modalities, administering and directing immunization procedures for individuals with mental illnesses. Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law. Requires the ability to serve as Administrator on Duty (AOD), on-call on a rotating basis, after business hours, weekends and holidays.  Requires the ability to lift and carry moderate loads up to 50 lbs. and pushing an emergency cart up to 100 lbs.  Requires the ability to physically restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to patient or others.  Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.  Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.  This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings. *All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 7:00am - 3:00pm; 30-minute unpaid lunch; Work every 6th weekend Headquarter Location: 1315 Lehman Dr, Chester, Illinois, 62233 Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery   Chester Mental Health Center Nursing Services – Unit A Work County: Randolph Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov Posting Group: Leadership & Management; 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 of 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   Statement of Economic Interest: This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.    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: donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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