RN Correctional Full-time
State of Illinois

DOC Graham Corrections Nurse I

State of Illinois Hillsboro, IL, US
$6,796 - $9,227 / month
Apply Now

Title: Corrections Nurse I (Upward Mobility)

Job Requisition ID: 54272
Opening Date: 03/23/2026
Closing Date: 04/03/2026 11:59 p.m.
Agency: Department of Corrections - Graham Correctional Center 
Class Title: CORRECTIONS NURSE I - 09825 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6796 a month; Full Range $6796 - $9227 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Montgomery
Number of Vacancies: 4
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.

 

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.

 

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended.  When applicable, title 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 Corrections 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 Illinois Department of Corrections is looking to hire a highly organized and detail-oriented Licensed Registered Nurse, Corrections Nurse I.  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 assignments pursuant to the direction of medical personnel in a correctional setting.  We encourage all qualified candidates to apply!

Essential Functions

  • Provides direct patient care and primary nursing care services.
  • Reviews record keeping functions to check physician orders implemented.
  • Maintains security of medical equipment and supplies.
  • Monitors and maintains compliance of safety and sanitation in patient treatment and examination rooms.
  • Reviews medical records and completes health status forms on individuals in custody.
  • Participates in the Quality Assurance Programs through concurrent monitoring of staff compliance with established policies and procedures.
  • 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 completion of the Corrections Nurse Trainee program or one (1) year of nursing experience (within the last five years) in an acute care setting; preferred experience includes emergency room care, medical/surgical nursing, and/or ambulatory care.
  • Requires licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois.

 

 **This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers at least one (1) year of nursing experience in a correctional setting.
  • Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working in mental health.
  • Prefers at least one (1) year of experience problem solving in a nursing position.
  • Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working on an interdisciplinary team.
  • Prefers at least one (1) year of working experience in a leadership role.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification.
  • Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
  • Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs, including cannabis, by an employee, regardless of the position held is prohibited.
  • Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
  • Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: See Below In Order to Be Offered:

   1)    5:30 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. - 3 - 12.5 hr shifts per week; Rotating shifts, (work every 3rd weekend) 
   2)    5:30 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. - 3 - 12.5 hr shifts per week; Rotating shifts, (work every 3rd weekend) 
   3)    5:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. - 3 - 12.5 hr shifts per week; Rotating shifts, (work every 3rd weekend) 
   4)    5:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. - 3 - 12.5 hr shifts per week; Rotating shifts, (work every 3rd weekend)
Headquarter Location: Graham Correctional Center - 12078 Illinois Route 185, Hillsboro, Illinois, 62049
Work County: Montgomery
Agency Contact: Brandy O'Malley
Email: Brandy.Omalley@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Health Services; Public Safety

 

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.

 

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.

 

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

 

The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion.  This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

 

As an IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:

Health, Life, Vision and Dental Insurance

12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave

Pension Plan - Vesting at 10 years for Tier II

Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement

Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs

Paid state holidays: 13 - 14 day annually

3 paid Personal Business days annually

12 paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)

10 - 25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment)

Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (As applicable)

Employee Assistance Program and/or Mental Health resources

For more information about our benefits, please follow this link:  Benefits Information  

Share this job

Share to FB Share to LinkedIn Share to Twitter

Related Jobs

RN Full-time
Sarah Bush Lincoln

Registered Nurse FCH

Sarah Bush Lincoln Vandalia, IL
$37.23 - $57.71 / hour
Internal Employees: Please ensure that you are logged into Workday and applying through the Jobs Hub before proceeding. Registered Nurse FCH Job Description Registered Nurses are responsible for the assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized patient care delivery. The Registered Nurse providers clinical leadership to the patient care team for the assigned shift. Requires BLS and ACLS. Ability to float to other nursing units as needed. 6:45pm - 7:15am with weekend and holiday rotation Pay based on experience starting at $37.23 Responsibilities Administers medications and treatments according to protocol. , Administers medications and treatments according to protocol. , A plan of care is initiated at admission with focus on patient’s identified physiological, psychological, and environmental factors. , Assures that documentation reflects changes in patient condition and notification to appropriate individual has occurred. , Clarifies and reviews physician’s orders and takes appropriate action. , Coordinates discharge planning with all team members. , Coordinates information transfer during shift change using star communication., Delegates to other members and holds them accountable for delivery of quality patient care. , Demonstrates cost conscious behaviors., Demonstrates the ability to effectively manage the care of patients. , Demonstrates the ability to handle emergency situations in a prompt, precise and professional manner. , Documents accurate and ongoing assessments of patient status every 2 hours or as needed., Documents patient teaching/education about plan of care., Enhances patient care and efficiency of unit by optimizing workflow of all team members., Identifies patient problems on integrated flowsheets and documents against the plan of care. , Initiate appropriate pathways of inpatient physician orders., Keeps both patient and significant others informed., Keeps logs updated. , Leads and participates in daily care to modify plan of care. , Monitors and evaluates the care provided by team members and initiates action to ensure optimal patient care. , Monitors that each caregiver is productive and serves as a source to provide and/or recommend education if needed., Notifies team members that an assessment is required as per physician order. , Performs complete assessment and documents completely. , Performs patient assessments each shift of work and documents at time of assessment. , Proactively assesses patient needs and participates in hourly rounding. {+ 3 more} Requirements ADN (Required)ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (within 90 Days of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln, BLS or CPR certification (within 90 days of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln, RN-Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Compensation Estimated Compensation Range $37.23 - $57.71 Pay based on experience
RN ER Full-time
Sarah Bush Lincoln

RN Emergency Department FCH

Sarah Bush Lincoln Vandalia, IL
$37.23 - $57.71 / hour
Internal Employees: Please ensure that you are logged into Workday and applying through the Jobs Hub before proceeding. RN Emergency Department FCH Job Description Registered Nurses are responsible for the assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized patient care delivery. The Registered Nurse providers clinical leadership to the patient care team for the assigned shift. Night shift with every other weekend and holiday rotation Pay based on experience starting at $37.23 Responsibilities Administers medications and treatments according to protocol. Clarifies and reviews physician’s orders and takes appropriate action., Completes the assessment upon admission. Collects pertinent data and information relative to the patient's health or the situation. Recognizes normal and abnormal findings when gathering data. Assesses based on patient's communication of information and need, existing signs and symptoms, current patient data, and nursing knowledge., Coordinates admission, discharge and transfer planning with all team members., Coordinates bed and patient care assignments during shift and in preparation for the next shift to ensure consistency in care delivery., Documents and reports care delivered to the physicians and other team members as needed. Documents accurate and ongoing assessments of patient. Assures that documentation reflects changes in patient condition and notification to appropriate individual has occurred., Enhances patient care and efficiency of unit by optimizing workflow of all team members. Monitors and evaluates the care provided by team members (including lab and radiology) and initiates action to ensure optimal patient care., Performs appropriate triage assessments., Plans and evaluates care in collaboration with appropriate disciplines and makes referral to the OP Care Coordinator as appropriate., Provides and coordinates patient and family education and utilizes referral agencies to promote patient's management of own healthcare. Keeps both patient and significant others informed., Responds to patient's call light and other indicators for assistance promptly and courteously to meet patient's needs. Requirements ADN (Required)ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (within 90 Days of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln, BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire. - Sarah Bush Lincoln, RN-Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Compensation Estimated Compensation Range $37.23 - $57.71 Pay based on experience
RN Full-time
Sarah Bush Lincoln

RN physician Practice

Sarah Bush Lincoln Vandalia, IL
$25.08 - $38.87 / hour
Internal Employees: Please ensure that you are logged into Workday and applying through the Jobs Hub before proceeding. RN physician Practice Job Description Provide nursing service and expertise to patients, incorporating the nursing process, which includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient’s needs. Monday - Friday day shift with occasional weekend and holiday rotation. Pay based on experience starting at $25.08 Responsibilities Answers phone calls from patients, hospitals, extended care facilities, pharmacies and physician offices and directs the information to the appropriate provider as needed. , Assists the providers by performing patient calls regarding test results and follow-up care as instructed by provider. , Collects pertinent data and information relative to the patient's health or the situation. Recognizes normal and abnormal findings when gathering data., Coordinates follow up care including scheduling of tests and referrals as ordered by the physician in a timely and accurate manner. , Documents appropriately and concisely assessment, care provided, and data collection in the medical record., Ensures that pre-certification of tests/ consults is obtained., Implements patient care orders in a timely/accurate manner., Maintains clinical skills/demonstrates competency via continuing education as required by the state of Ilinois., Performs and documents laboratory duties which may include phlebotomy, specimen collection and performance of routine basic waived testing., Prepares patients for exams by taking vitals and other assessments necessary prior to providers exam. Assists providers with patient exams/ treatments/ procedures., Submits prescriptions and refills to the pharmacy ordered by the physician in a timely and accurate manner., Teaches patients and family members about the plan of care and documents education. Provides educational handouts. Requirements ADN (Required)BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire. - Sarah Bush Lincoln, RN-Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Compensation Estimated Compensation Range $25.08 - $38.87 Pay based on experience
RN ER Part-time
Sarah Bush Lincoln

RN Emergency Department FCH

Sarah Bush Lincoln Vandalia, IL
$37.23 - $57.71 / hour
Internal Employees: Please ensure that you are logged into Workday and applying through the Jobs Hub before proceeding. RN Emergency Department FCH Job Description Registered Nurses are responsible for the assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized patient care delivery. The Registered Nurse providers clinical leadership to the patient care team for the assigned shift. Pay based on experience starting at $37.23 per hour Responsibilities Administers medications and treatments according to protocol. Clarifies and reviews physician’s orders and takes appropriate action., Completes the assessment upon admission. Collects pertinent data and information relative to the patient's health or the situation. Recognizes normal and abnormal findings when gathering data. Assesses based on patient's communication of information and need, existing signs and symptoms, current patient data, and nursing knowledge., Coordinates admission, discharge and transfer planning with all team members., Coordinates bed and patient care assignments during shift and in preparation for the next shift to ensure consistency in care delivery., Documents and reports care delivered to the physicians and other team members as needed. Documents accurate and ongoing assessments of patient. Assures that documentation reflects changes in patient condition and notification to appropriate individual has occurred., Enhances patient care and efficiency of unit by optimizing workflow of all team members. Monitors and evaluates the care provided by team members (including lab and radiology) and initiates action to ensure optimal patient care., Performs appropriate triage assessments., Plans and evaluates care in collaboration with appropriate disciplines and makes referral to the OP Care Coordinator as appropriate., Provides and coordinates patient and family education and utilizes referral agencies to promote patient's management of own healthcare. Keeps both patient and significant others informed., Responds to patient's call light and other indicators for assistance promptly and courteously to meet patient's needs. Requirements ADN (Required)ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (within 90 Days of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln, BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire. - Sarah Bush Lincoln, RN-Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Compensation Estimated Compensation Range $37.23 - $57.71 Pay based on experience
RN Full-time
Hallmark Healthcare of Carlinville

Registered Nurse (RN)

Hallmark Healthcare of Carlinville Carlinville, IL
$50 - $60 / hour
Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse (RN) – Make a Meaningful Impact! $50-$60 pay range! Location: Hallmark Healthcare of Carlinville, Carlinville, IL Shifts Available: Full-Time Thursday, Friday, and every other weekend Competitive Pay + Benefits Are you ready to take your nursing career to the next level? At Hallmark Healthcare of Carlinville, we’re not just another healthcare facility; we’re a close-knit team that’s dedicated to providing personalized care and making a real difference in our community. We need YOU to join us! Why Hallmark Healthcare of Carlinville? Leadership Growth: If you’re looking to take on more responsibility, we offer amazing leadership opportunities! Whether it’s MDS, Infection Prevention, ADON, or DON, we support your career growth every step of the way. Ask us about our Clinical Leadership Program! A Culture of Care: We pride ourselves on fostering a positive, team-oriented environment. Work hard, but have fun and feel valued every day. Make an Impact: This isn’t just about doing your job—it's about forming meaningful connections with residents, helping them recover, and celebrating their victories! Your Role: As a Registered Nurse (RN) at Hallmark Healthcare of Carlinville, you’ll be at the heart of patient care, ensuring the highest quality of service for our residents. Be a compassionate leader and advocate for residents Responsible for the planning, coordination, and assurance of quality care services to residents. Collaborate with a stellar team of healthcare professionals Work cooperatively with healthcare team members to maintain established standards of care. Maintain accurate documentation of all care rendered Encourage restorative care to obtain maximum resident independence Any other job duties, as assigned by my management Who You Are: Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in Illinois Passionate about patient care and teamwork Ready to make a lasting impact in a dynamic, supportive environment Dependable and committed to providing excellent care Perks & Benefits: Competitive pay! Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits Daily Pay—access your earned wages anytime! Tuition reimbursement. Let us help you further and continue your education! Ready to Join? This is your chance to be part of something special! We’re excited to meet passionate nurses like you who want to grow, thrive, and make a difference. Apply now or stop by to fill out an application—we can’t wait to see what you bring to the team! Ready to make a difference? Apply today! Walk-ins are welcome at 826 N High St, Carlinville, IL 62626 , or apply online at https://www.hallmark-hc.com/careers/ Call: 217.854.9606 Email: info@hallmark-hc.com We look forward to welcoming you to our team! #Crest123