Pontiac Correctional Center Licensed Practical Nurse

Agency : Department of Corrections - Pontiac Correctional Center

Closing Date/Time: 03/29/2024

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $4,643/month; CBA Applies; Full Range: $4,643 - $6,750/month.

Job Type: Salaried

County: Livingston

Number of Vacancies: 12

Plan/BU: RC006

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 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.

Posting Identification Number 35924

The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking to hire a highly organized and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse, PN -Corrections. This position will be responsible for performing direct nursing care to individuals in a correctional facility. The successful candidate shall demonstrate a valid Illinois License and good oral and written communication skills, be a self-starter, and be able to carry out nursing pursuant to the direction of medical personnel in a correctional setting.

Essential Function 1

Makes rounds with physician to monitor and report on patients' progress.

Essential Function 2

Examines, recognizes, and interprets symptoms of residents.

Essential Function 3

Orders medical and other supplies.

Essential Function 4

Prepares and administers medication within the limits of authority.

Essential Function 5

Participates in completing orientation and in-service training of employees.

Essential Function 6

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications 1

Requires Illinois license as a Practical nurse.

Minimum Qualifications 2

Requires one (1) year of practical nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications 1

Prefers at least one (1) year of nursing experience in a correctional setting.

Preferred Qualifications 2

Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working in mental health.

Preferred Qualifications 3

Prefers at least one (1) year of experience problem solving in a nursing position.

Preferred Qualifications 4

Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working on an interdisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications 5

Prefers at least one (1) year of working experience in a leadership role.

Employment Condition 1

Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.

Employment Condition 2

Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.

Employment Condition 3

Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.

Work Hours: 7:00am-3:00pm; 3:00pm-11:00pm; 11:00pm-7:00am;varying days off based on seniority.

Work Location: 700 W Lincoln St, Pontiac, Illinois, 61764

Agency Contact:

Nicholas Dragisic

Email: nicholas.dragisic@illinois.gov

Phone #:815-842-2816

Posting Group: Public Safety

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions. There are three categories of UMP titles: 1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam; 2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and 3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.

This position [DOES NOT] contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).

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.

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Nearest Major Market: Bloomington IL

Nearest Secondary Market: Peoria