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Please see the City of East Peoria's website on application instructions.  Applications for employment MUST be postmarked no later than August 23, 2021.  The recruiting event is scheduled for August 31, 2021, in East Peoria. 

Police Officer Minimum Requirements:
• $25 non-refundable application fee
• U.S. citizenship
• No felony convictions
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• 21 to under 35 years of age as of September 3, 2021 unless otherwise exempt*
• Residency within 25 miles of City corporate limits, within six (6) months of hire
• Submission of an online application and all documents listed on the checklist by 2:00 p.m. on 9/3/2021
• A thorough background investigation including a full medical and psychological evaluation will be required prior to hire; complete disclosure and sincerity within your application is necessary. (A polygraph may be required)

How to Apply:
• Purchase and complete your application at https://iosolutions.com by the application deadline
• Submit all supporting documentation by the application deadline of Friday, September 3rd, 2021 at 2:00 pm

Minimum Requirements:

• $60.00 non-refundable application fee
• 21 to 35 years of age at time of application (age exemptions for one-year minimum active
military duty or one year actively working as a sworn law enforcement officer)
• Must be a US citizen
• Must have the ability to speak, read and write the English language
• Must possess 30 college credit hours (applicants with one year of active military duty or
certified police officer may be eligible for an exemption. Please provide DD 214 or state
certificate as applicable when returning application.)
• Must possess a valid driver’s license (must be able to obtain Illinois DL at time of
employment)
• Must have no criminal background
• Must have a current POWER Test Card- valid if dated 8/13/2020- 8/13/2021

How to Apply:
• Purchase, complete, and submit your application at www.iosolutions.com
• Submit all supporting documentation
• Complete your application by Friday, August 13, 2021 at 2:00 PM CST 

Police Officer Minimum Requirements:
• Must be at least 21 years of age and under the age 35 as of August 5, 2021 unless exempt from age limitations as provided by statute
• Binocular vision corrective to 20/30
• No felony convictions
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Residency within 30 miles of corporate limits of the Village within six months of hire
• Education Requirement: At time of filing an application for original appointment to the Police Department, applicant must have attained an associate’s degree or its equivalent number of hours towards a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Exceptions: 1) Applicants who were engaged in active military service of the United States for at least two years and honorably discharged, and 2) Applicants who are certified full-time police officers in the State of Illinois
• Attend Orientation Session and pass all phases of testing process

How to Apply:
• Purchase and complete your application at https://iosolutions.com/ 
• Submit all supporting documentation to I/O Solutions by hand or mail
• Complete your application by Thursday, August 5th, 2021 at 4:00 pm

Minimum Requirements:

• $35.00 non- refundable application fee
• U.S Citizenship or Legal Resident Status
• 22 years of age and no more than 35 years of age at time of application deadline
• Possess a Valid Driver’s License from state of residency
• Candidates must establish domicile within a 15-mile radius of the Village no later than 24 months following their initial date of hire
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must possess a valid driver’s license from state of residency
• Successfully completed at least 30 semester hours from an accredited college or university as of application deadline
• Speak, read and write the English language fluently
• No criminal convictions for felonies or certain misdemeanor offenses; good moral character
• Minimum of 20/70 uncorrected vision, corrected to 20/20 in each eye, with normal color and depth perception
• Physically and psychologically qualified to sustain the labors and exposures of a Police Patrol Officer
• MUST possess a Valid Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report (POWER) Test Card issued from a licensed agency within one (1) year PRIOR to exam date (8/28/2021) ** (cards considered valid ONLY if issued between 8/28/2020- 8/28/2021)

How to Apply:
• Purchase, complete, and submit your application at www.iosolutions.com
• Submit all supporting documentation to IO Solutions
• Submit application and supporting documentation by Friday, August 6, 2021 at 2:00 PM

* Now reimbursing new Nurse Residents up to $4,000 of tuition expenses! *

Independence Plus is rapidly expanding our specialized home nursing division. We are currently hiring NEW GRADUATES for our Nurse Residency Program, a full-time employment opportunity for Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) with less than one year of experience. First few weeks of employment is training in our Oak Brook, IL (DuPage County) office, followed by positions in locations throughout Chicagoland and the Rockford area.

Our nurses become trained specialists in caring for medically complex adult and pediatric patients at home, many with rare diagnoses. You will learn ventilator skills that will give you an edge for the rest of your career, all while being supported by a dedicated team that wants to see YOU succeed and YOUR patient thrive. For those who aren’t sure they want to continue a career in homecare, our training will have given you the skills you need to instantly move your resume to the front of the line to work in the ICU or ER. If you would like a rewarding opportunity to make a big difference in the lives of our patients with one-on-one home healthcare, consider joining our team!

Complete 7.25 Continuing Education Hours with our PAID training and Ventilator Certification!

Join our growing team and experience the benefits of skilled home nursing:

Hands-on training in our state-of-the-art SIM lab 
Full benefits available; Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision coverage and 401K with company match
JOB REQUIREMENTS

Current IL Registered Nurse (RN) license or IL Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
Pending License status accepted
Current CPR certification (AHA Healthcare Provider)
If you have any questions, contact our Recruiting Department at (800) 366-7696, Option 5, or recruiting@independenceplus.com.

For more information about the work we do, and the difference you could make in the life of a patient, check us out on our website at www.independenceplus.com or view a video about our company at https://bit.ly/2JDrqcc.

About Independence Plus: For more than 33 years, Independence Plus has been a leading provider of in-home nursing, rehabilitation, and high-tech medical equipment and supplies. We specialize in treating adult and pediatric patients with complex medical and respiratory needs, offering the highest quality one-on-one care (with 24/7 on-call support) so our patients are able to live at home and lead meaningful lives. We are headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois and are certified by Medicare, accredited by CHAP, and state-licensed. Our coverage area includes most of northern Illinois, including Chicagoland and the Rockford area. We also provide services in northwestern Indiana, southern Texas and southeastern Wisconsin.

Compensation: Full benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO and 401(k) with company match

In order to be considered for this position, you must fill out the application on our website, and follow the instructions for submission of application and resume. http://www.centralilseniors.org/employment-opportunities.htm

SENIOR SERVICES OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS

JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT: Administration

POSITION: Receptionist

Senior Services of Central Illinois provides older individuals with non-medical services, which enhance quality of life and promote independent living. The Receptionist is responsible for presenting the first positive contact between the clients, the participants and the general public and Senior Services. This is a busy job and the ability to multitask and maintain accuracy and composure is necessary.

Duties:

1. Answer the main phone lines, taking messages when needed, directing calls to the correct extensions/voicemails.

2. Welcome anyone who walks in the front door and direct them to where they need to go.

3. Work closely with Senior Transport, relaying messages between riders and drivers.

4. Work closely with I & A to track information/assistance given to callers and walk-ins.

5. Update the entry bulletin board on a daily basis and monitor signs that need to be taken down or changed.

6. Assist any Agency Director with paperwork or data entry that can be done at the front desk.

Skills Required:

1. Polite, courteous and welcoming demeanor. Ability to remain calm and friendly when communicating with visitors as well as clients/participants and staff even during stressful situations.
2. Pleasant phone voice.
3. Knowledge of multi-line phone systems.
4. Dependability – must be prompt at arriving to work on time.
5. Must be accurate in hearing and recording client names and detailed information.
6. When working with Senior Transport clients, ability to retain clients on the phone while alerting drivers/receiving ETAs. Also be able to maintain an accurate record of time client called in for pickup.
7. Knowledge of computers including database and Microsoft programs.
8. Knowledge of all departments, employees and employee responsibilities.

Supervision:

Reports directly to the Human Resource Director/Office Manager

Education:

Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Hours:

This is a part-time position. Specific schedule will be determined at time of hire.

Senior Services of Central Illinois is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Part-time

In order to be considered for this position, you must fill out the application on our website, and follow the instructions for submission of application and resume. http://www.centralilseniors.org/employment-opportunities.htm

In order to be considered for this position, you must fill out the application on our website, and follow the instructions for submission of application and resume. http://www.centralilseniors.org/employment-opportunities.htm

Project Name: Daily Bread

Position Title: Site Coordinator

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for day-to-day management of site

• Responsible for all aspects of meal service

• Receive and check food against menu

• Organizes serving area

• Clean and set tables

• Help serve food using portion control

• Prepare and oversee delivery of home-delivered meals

• Assure compliance with health and sanitation requirements pertaining to food service

• Maintain records pertaining to services as required by the program

• Count and record cash receipts

• Send reports, cash or deposits and reservations to the main office

• Make deposits daily

• Implement nutrition education and activities

• Recruit volunteers

• Supervise volunteers in the dining area and for home delivery

• Assessments/Reassessments on new and old clients

Skills Required: Food Sanitation Certification
Knowledge of food preparation and health codes
Ability to get along with older people
Ability to learn how to complete program reports
Ability to lift

Supervision: Volunteers

Reports to: Director of Nutrition & Volunteer Services

Hours: 10-19 hours/week: Monday – Friday, unless otherwise approved by the Director of Daily Bread

Senior Services of Central Illinois is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Part-time

In order to be considered for this position, you must fill out the application on our website, and follow the instructions for submission of application and resume. http://www.centralilseniors.org/employment-opportunities.htm

In order to be considered for this position, you must fill out the application on our website, and follow the instructions for submission of application and resume. http://www.centralilseniors.org/employment-opportunities.htm

SENIOR SERVICES OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS, INC.

JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT: CARE COORDINATION UNIT

POSITION: COMPREHENSIVE CARE COORDINATOR

Each employee will do all within his/her power to further the goals and objectives of Senior

Services of Central Illinois, Inc. and will comply with policies and guidelines established by the

Board of Directors and any/all funding agencies. The Comprehensive Care Coordinator will cooperate to the fullest extent with all other projects of Senior Services of Central Illinois, Inc. in order to provide services that prevent unnecessary or premature institutionalization of older persons and to foster their independence, dignity and an improved quality of life.

Duties:

1. Complete holistic assessments and develop participant directed care plans for Comprehensive Care participants based on the rules, policies, procedures and guidelines of the Illinois Department on Aging and all other funding agencies.

2. Provide the needed linkage, follow up and monitoring for each participant as demonstrated through assessments and according to the rules and guidelines.

3. Complete Choices for Care interim assessments, prescreens and serve as back-up to hospital based case managers.

4. Provide Information and Assistance services for participants.
5. Complete 25 hours of in-service training annually.
6. Obtain and maintain State certification for Comprehensive Care Coordination.
7. Participate in SSCI Agency and CCU Departmental programs and committees as requested by the Department Director, and attend agency and staff meetings as required.

8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision:

Reports directly to the Comprehensive Care Supervisor or CCU Director

Qualifications and experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services of Certification as a Registered Nurse and 2 years’ experience in social services settings. Experience in Gerontology is desirable. Knowledge of services available to older adults, as well as good interpersonal skills, communications skills and excellent writing ability are required. Of highest consideration is empathy toward older persons.

Senior Services of Central Illinois is an Equal Opportunity Employer

In order to be considered for this position, you must fill out the application on our website, and follow the instructions for submission of application and resume. http://www.centralilseniors.org/employment-opportunities.htm

In order to be considered for this position, you must fill out the application on our website, and follow the instructions for submission of application and resume. http://www.centralilseniors.org/employment-opportunities.htm

SENIOR SERVICES OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS, INC.

JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT: CARE COORDINATION UNIT

POSITION: CHOICES FOR CARE COORDINATOR/COMPREHENSIVE CARE AIDE

Each employee will further the goals and objectives of Senior Services of Central Illinois, Inc. and will comply with policies and guidelines established by the Board of Directors and any/all funding agencies. The CCC Aide will cooperate fully with all other projects of Senior Services of Central Illinois, Inc. in order to provide services that prevent unnecessary or premature institutionalization of older persons and to foster their independence, dignity and an improved quality of life.

Duties:
1. Complete Choices for Care assessments in the hospital and nursing facilities within the timeframes when covering for other Coordinators.
2. Complete all associated paperwork within a two-day period.
3. Offer participants alternatives to long-term care placement.
4. Answer program phones and take detailed messages then forward information to the appropriate Care Coordinator, respond as directed.
5. Monitor Critical Events Web Portal and alert Care Coordinators of new and due event responses. Respond to events as directed by Care Coordinators.
6. Complete clerical tasks as time allows.
7. Received and respond to incoming referrals as time allows and as directed by the Care
Coordinator.
8. Participate in SSCI Agency and CCU departmental programs and committees as requested by the CCU Director and attend agency and departmental staff meetings as required.
9. Obtain and maintain State Certification for Comprehensive Care Coordination.
10. Complete twenty-five hours of in-service training annually.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills:
Interviewing skills, clerical skills, experience in operation of office machines and telephone skills. Must be able to follow instructions and work independently. Must be flexible, adaptive and have good organizational skills. Most importantly are empathy, patience, compassion and skill developing a good rapport with the older population and with other agency staff.

Supervision:
Reports directly to the Money Management/CCU Assistant Supervisor

Qualifications and experience:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services or other related field. Previous office experience and a desire to help seniors.

Senior Services of Central Illinois is an Equal Opportunity Employer

n order to be considered for this position, you must fill out the application on our website, and follow the instructions for submission of application and resume. http://www.centralilseniors.org/employment-opportunities.htm

Parlin-Ingersoll Public Library is looking for 1-2 pleasant, friendly, energetic people to work an average of 10-20 hours, including a mix of days, some evenings, and most Saturdays.  The positions involve circulation and shelving duties.  The circulation duties involve greeting patrons, checking items in and out, and assisting with the public computers.  The shelving duties include shelving all types of materials with accuracy and speed.  EEOC.  Minimum wage per hour. 

Applications are available at the Circulation Desk and website:  www.parliningersoll.org/library-information.  Completed applications can be returned via e-mail to kbunner@parliningersoll.org or at the library.  No phone calls, please.

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides direct care to meet the total needs of residents.




ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
•Provides direct care of residents including but not limited to:?Take vital signs: pulse, respiration, temperature
?Complete hygiene tasks (ex: bathing, toileting, hair care, nail care)
?Assist with dressing residents
?Provide comfort measures (ex: back rubs, application of heat & cold, turning & positioning of residents)
?Promptly respond to resident’s call lights
?Collect specimens except blood
?Provide rehabilitative and restorative measures
?Serve meal trays and feed residents
?Transport residents to various departments and activities

•Observe and report the following:?Changes in physical or mental condition of residents
?Need for social, emotional or spiritual assistance
?Broken or unsafe equipment or furniture
?Pertinent information affecting quality of care

•Assist in maintaining clean, safe, attractive environment for residents including:?Maintaining order and cleanliness of resident’s rooms
?Assist in maintaining order and cleanliness of service areas
?Keep floors clear of objects and clean up spillage to prevent accidents and odor
?Routinely clean equipment and furniture

•Communicate with residents, families and staff in order to provide information on residents, to maintain continuity of care, to provide care for all needs, and to maintain good public relations
•Participate in meetings and staff development programs relating to improvement of care, policies, procedures and equipment
•Assists with the training of new staff
•Other duties as assigned




WHY WORK AT RESTMOR?
•Beautiful facility that has 5 star staffing rating and overall rating by CMS
•Up to four weeks of time off annually
•Experienced based pay
•Sign on bonuses for full and part-time employees
•Extremely generous retirement plan contributions
•Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability
•Nursing scholarships available twice per year

QUALIFICATIONS

•Ability to hear, see, and speak clearly
•Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions in the English language
•Successful completion of an approved Certified Nurse Assistant training course
•Must be active and in good standing with the Illinois CNA Registry
•Positive attitude and caring approach required
•Must be available to work every other weekend & rotating holidays

 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Walking and standing most of the day is required.  Frequent stooping, stretching, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling.  Occasionally required to sit, use hands/fingers.  Routinely required to lift and/or move up to 75lbs.  Some exposure to potentially hazardous equipment, chemicals and infectious waste.

Apply online at this website: www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs?clientkey=C7388EAE4ABB2E8C7A158DA79694791C

Minimum Requirements:
• $30 non-refundable application fee
• Must be between 21 years of age and under the age of 35 as of the respective testing date AND at such time as the Final Eligibility List is posted (exceptions for active military personnel and previous police experience per 65 ICLS 5/10-2.1-6)
• High school diploma or equivalent high school education
• Good moral character and possess temperate habits
• Be of sound mind and health and physically able to perform the essential functions of Police Officer.
• Must be a resident of, and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Certification of having passed the Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report (POWER) test through a certified testing agency – POWER test card must be issued within the 6 months prior to the written examination (valid if issued between 04/18/2021 to 9/18/2021). 
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English (including reading, speaking and comprehension).
• Valid Illinois Firearms Owner Identification (FOID) prior to receiving a conditional offer of employment.

How to Apply:
• Purchase and complete your application at www.iosolutions.com
• Submit all supporting documentation
• Complete your application by August 19, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.

RN/LPN implements and evaluates procedures to treat and rehabilitate patients,
The nurse will monitor the emotional status of residents and recommend treatment options. consult with psychiatrist and staff in writing appropriate treatment plans.

     apply at:www.shcelms.org
The applicant can email hr@shcare.org for more information.

PERFORM OIL CHANGES, TIRE CHANGES AND REPAIRS, BASIC VEHICLE REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE.
OTHER DUTIES AS REQUIRED.
MUST HAVE STRONG MECHANICAL APTITUDE, SOLID ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS, AND A HIGH DEGREE OF ATTENTION TO DETAIL.
MUST BE A TEAM PLAYER WITH STRONG WORK ETHIC. MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATE IN DETAIL TO THE SERVICE WRITER AND REPAIRS COMPLETED OR ADDITIONAL SERVICES THAT SHOULD BE ADDRESSED.
LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS WILLING TO THE INITIATIVE TO ASK QUESTIONS AND LEARN ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES.
MUST BE ABLE TO TAKE IT UPON THEMSELVES TO STAY BUSY, WHETHER HELPING ON OTHER PROJECTS OR CLEANING AND ORGANIZING THE SHOP.

MAY APPLY IN PERSON AT 625 S. 5TH AVE OR SEND A RESUME TO HRMTRK@ATT.NET

Maintain the health, safety and happiness of the residents is the highest priority
Medication administration
Assisting individuals with daily personal care
Homemaker services
Resident appointments
Facilitating in-house and out of house activities
Collaborating with Activity Director, Unit Directors and other staff
Helping individuals achieve needs, wants and goals
Providing behavioral support
Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel within the company
Attend all staff meetings and other trainings
Inform RSD of all health, physical or behavioral changes in the residents
Create and maintain a positive reputation for the home both inside and outside the home
Ability to handle physical aspects of job, including bending, stopping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching and walking for periods of time
Complete miscellaneous duties as assigned by management
Follow all rules and regulations as written by the Illinois Department of Human Services/Illinois Department of Public Health

Must have high school diploma or equivalent
Must have a valid driver's license
Must be 21 to drive company vehicle
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Must be able to be DSP, CPR, and first aid certified with courses provided by the company
Contact Bobi Wilson, RSD at 309-647-6604 to apply or with questions.

Firefighter Minimum Requirements:

• $40.00 non-refundable application fee;
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of the written exam (8/21/2021) and under 35 years of age at the time of application, unless exempt by statute;
• U.S. Citizen;
• Applicants must be certified by the State of Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal as a Firefighter II/Basic Operations Firefighter at the time of application (7/23/2021)
• Applicants must be licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health as an EMT-Paramedic at the time of hire;
• Valid CPAT/Ladder Climb issued within the 12 months prior to the application deadline (valid if issued between 7/23/2020- 7/23/2021;

How to Apply:
• Purchase and complete your application at https://iosolutions.com/ 
• Submit all supporting documentation to I/O Solutions by hand or mail
• Complete your application by Friday, July 23rd, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Position Overview

The Division of Mental Health 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.

Job Responsibilities

Serves as Nursing Supervisor 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.
 
Assigns a psychiatrist to perform initial psychiatric examination on all new admissions within 24 hours.

Provides and maintains an appointment system for general medical clinic and special nursing or medical procedures.

Administers and directs immunization procedures, i.e. initial and annual tuberculin skin testing.

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

   

Minimum Requirements

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 Qualification (in priority order)

Three (3) years of professional experience supervising professional nursing staff.
One (1) year of professional nursing experience working with individuals with mental illnesses.
One (1) year of professional experience recommending and implementing nursing policies and procedures relative to the latest trends and nursing standards.
Two (2) years of professional experience providing training to nursing staff relative to the latest teaching methods.
 Three (3) years of professional experience working with current diagnostic and treatment modalities for individuals with mental illnesses.
Three (3) years of professional experience communicating with internal and external stakeholders in oral or written form relative to the care and treatment of patients.
One (1) year of professional experience recommending or preparing nursing treatment plans for patients.
One (1) year of professional experience administering and directing immunization procedures.
One (1) year of professional experience performing quality assurance assessments on nursing services and treatments provided to patients in accordance with Joint Commission Standards.
Three (3) years of professional experience preparing medical charts.

Conditions of Employment

Ability to lift and carry moderate loads up to 50lbs and to push an emergency cart up to 100lbs with assistance.
Ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays on a rotation basis.
Work Hours:  Mon - Fri, 7:00am - 3:00pm, Rotates working same hours every 6th Saturday and Sunday

Division of Mental Health
Chester Mental Health Center
Nursing Services – Unit B

Work Location: 1315 Lehmen Dr Chester, IL 62233-2542

Click on apply for this vacancy - https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Chester-Nursing-Supervisor-%28PSA-opt-8N%29-IL-62233-2542/753183600/

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Director of Nursing programs directs the Associate Degree Nursing, Licenses Practical Nursing, and Nursing Assistant Programs.

RESPONSIBILTIES:

Plans and implements nursing programs.
Develops and evaluates program outcomes in conjunction with faculty.
Oversees curriculum development and updates.
Coordinates related activities and maintains smooth operations.
Oversees the procurement and evaluation of clinical sites for the nursing and nursing assistant programs.  Oversees the procurement and maintenance of clinical affiliation agreements. 
Oversees simulation lab use including scheduling.  
Develops and monitors program budgets and expenditures.
Develops an annual instructional schedule for nursing.
Provides information and data to external agencies.
Responsible for adherence to federal and state laws governing nursing education.
Responsible for the timely and accurate submission of all nursing related documents to external regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Responsible for accreditation self-study document preparation and site visits.
Assists in student recruitment, retention, advising, orientation, and registration.
Oversees the nursing student admission approval process through selection of new applicants.
Oversees nursing student progress and performance issues.
Conducts health related needs assessments and student follow-up studies.
Works with various agencies in developing health education programs.
Serves on College advisory and governance committees.
Assists in maintaining an effective student advisory system.
Serves as a nursing faculty member in both the classroom and clinical settings, on an as needed basis. 
Participates in professional associations.
Performs supervisory responsibilities including evaluation of staff and faculty assigned to the nursing department.
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs supervisory responsibilities in accordance with federal and state employment law, college policies and procedures, the supervisor handbook, and relevant collective bargaining unit agreements with regard to recruitment and selection, timely review and approval of timesheets, assigning workload and projects, performance evaluation, discipline, communication, departmental leadership and day-to-day supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A Master’s degree in Nursing is required.
Two years clinical and two years teaching experience in an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing program are required.
A current and valid Illinois Registered Nursing license is required.
Knowledge and skills in nursing and nursing education is required.
Practical health care field experience, administrative experience, and community college experience preferred.
Administrative experience, preferably in an institution of higher education, is preferred.
Excellent management and leadership skills are required.
Must possess organizational abilities and superior interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to manage, lead and influence diverse dynamic student population and staff is preferred.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs is preferred.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and write routine correspondence is preferred.   Ability to speak effectively before groups is preferred.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form is preferred.
Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities; deal with conflict appropriately; withstand pressure and remain calm in tense situations, accurate; flexible; dependable; responsible; promotes teamwork; demonstrates a positive attitude is preferred.
 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands for this position include the ability to regularly sit, use hands and finger, talk and hear.  This position requires limited standing, walking, reaching, stooping / kneeling.   Vision requirements for this position include close vision including the ability to view text from a computer monitor.   This position requires some driving, the majority of which is within the College district.  This position is considered a Category 1 employee with potential risk for contact with Blood borne pathogens and other risks associated with patient health care.

Work environment for this position includes typical office environment with no extremes in temperature or noise. 

Please fill out our application at the following website.
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=a1f9fed4-6d14-468e-b3ee-266b22902534&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US

Position Overview

The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a licensed Registered Nurse to serve as the Director of Nursing and to oversee and supervise professional and paraprofessional nursing staff in the care and treatment of psychiatric patients at the Chester Mental Health Center in Chester Illinois. At Chester Mental Health Center, we treat individuals with dignity and compassion. Our mission is to assist patients to achieve their full recovery potential.

Job Responsibilities

1.  Serves as Director of Nursing for the Chester Mental Health Center.
2.  Serves as full-line supervisor.
3.  Manages and directs the health care services for the facility.
4.  Assist the Medical Director in the management of health-related services within the facility.
5.  Develops in-service education programs for professional and paraprofessional nursing staff.
6.  Develops budget and staffing plans for review by the Facility Director.
7.  Conducts personal inspections of the various offices and living units.
8.  Conducts staff meetings with both subordinate managers and other subordinate staff to discuss new policies and procedures.
9.  Provides active nursing care to patients.
10. 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 a master’s degree in nursing, health care administration or business administration.
Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications (in priority order)

Five (5) years of professional experience working in a psychiatric hospital.
Three (3) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, recommending counseling and/or discipline following collective bargaining agreements, training staff, approving time off.
Two (2) 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 recommending and preparing nursing treatment plans for patients.
Three (3) years of professional experience providing training to paraprofessional and professional nursing staff.
Three (3) years of professional experience performing quality assurance assessments on nursing services and treatments provided to patients.
Three (3) years of professional experience working with current diagnostic and treatment modalities for psychiatric patients.
Three (3) years of professional experience communicating with internal and external stakeholders in oral and written form relative to the care and treatment of patients.

Conditions of Employment
1. Ability to serve on-call on a rotating basis, after hours, weekends and holidays.

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• $25 non-refundable application fee
• U.S. Citizen
• No felony convictions
• Must have a valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a class B Non CDL
• Minimum age of 21 or maximum age of 35 at time of written examination, unless otherwise exempt by state statute
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must be an Illinois Certified Firefighter II/Basic Operations Firefighter with the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) due at the time of appointment
• Must have a valid and current Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) or National Registry EMT- Basic License
• EMT-Paramedic license will be due at time of appointment
• Must have current and valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and Aerial Ladder Climb Certification dated within one year prior to the date of the written exam (valid if issued 8/7/2020- 8/7/2021).

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• Complete your application by Friday, July 9, 2021 at 2:00 PM!