Licensed Practical Nurse I

Licensed Practical Nurse I - # 50947

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Agency: Department of Human Services

Location: Kankakee, Illinois, 60901

Job Requisition ID: 50947

Opening Date: 10/20/2025

Closing Date: 11/17/2025

Salary:  Anticipated Salary: $4,258 - $5,680 per month ($51,096 - $68,160 per year)

Job Type: Salaried Full Time  

County: Kankakee

Number of Vacancies: 8

Plan/BU: RC009 Institutional Employees, AFSCME  

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

Posting Identification Number 50947

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 a Licensed Practical Nurse I for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to perform a variety of beginning level practical nursing functions to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Accurately records medication administration and medical treatments, completes simple medical treatments/procedures, maintains accurate records including nursing notes, treatment records etc.  Observes individuals’ physical condition and conveys any changes in individual’s condition to higher level nursing or medical staff.  Complies with Public Health regulations and Department and Facility policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Performs a variety of beginning level practical nursing functions to individuals with intellectual disabilities at Shapiro Center.
• Documents monthly progress notes for each individual in accord with facility procedures.
• Completes simple routine medical procedures including taking/monitoring temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respirations.
• Transcribes physician orders and completes the transcription of the orders in accord with facility policies, procedures, and Public Health regulations.
• Monitors designated meal periods to ensure food intake and feeding precautions are followed and to respond to medical emergencies.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires Illinois license as a practical nurse.
• This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, such as personal computers.
• 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.
• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours:  Various shifts, see below: 

(1 vacancy) 10:30am - 11:00pm, Week 1: working Monday, Tuesday and Saturday; Week 2: working Sunday, Thursday and Friday, 30-minute paid lunch, Unit 704

(1 vacancy) 10:30am - 11:00pm, Week 1: working Monday, Tuesday and Saturday; Week 2: working Sunday, Thursday and Friday, 30-minute paid lunch, Unit 5

(1 vacancy) 10:30am - 11:00pm, Week 1: working Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday; Week 2: working Sunday, Thursday and Friday, 30-minute paid lunch, Unit 3/4

(1 vacancy) 6:30am - 7:00pm, Week 1: working Monday, Tuesday and Saturday; Week 2: working Sunday, Thursday and Friday, 30-minute paid lunch, Unit 1

(1 vacancy) 6:30am - 7:00pm, Week 1: working Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday; Week 2: working Sunday, Monday and Friday, 30-minute paid lunch, Unit 2

(1 vacancy) 6:30am - 7:00pm, Week 1: working Thursday, Friday and Saturday; Week 2: working Sunday, Tuesday and Friday, 30-minute paid lunch, Unit 8

(1 vacancy) 6:30am - 7:00pm, Week 1: working Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday; Week 2: working Sunday, Monday and Friday, 30-minute paid lunch, Unit 3/4

(1 vacancy) 6:30am - 7:00pm, Week 1: working Monday, Tuesday and Saturday; Week 2: working Sunday, Thursday and Friday, 30-minute paid lunch, Unit 5
Work Location: 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901 

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Shapiro Center

Clinical Services
Agency Contact:  DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

Job Family: Health Services; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

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)

*Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)

13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years

Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)

10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan

Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)

Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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