REGISTERED NURSE I (UMP)

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Job Requisition ID: 59631

Opening Date: 11/04/2026

Closing Date: 11/18/2026

Agency: Department of Human Services

Class Title: REGISTERED NURSE I - 38131

Skill Option: UMP Credential

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,604 - $8,960 per month ($79,248 - $107,520 per year)

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 4

Bargaining Unit Code: RC023 Registered Nurses, INA

Merit Comp Code:

Work Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday; 1-hour unpaid lunch

Anticipated Hybrid

Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need

Headquarter Location: 100 S Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62762

Family and Community Services

[[JD_HEADING:Policy Development

Client Assessment Unit

Springfield/Sangamon County]]

Work County: Sangamon

Agency Contact: [email protected]

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.

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.

Why Work for Illinois?

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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

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The Division of Family and Community Services is seeking to hire a Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing expertise in the review of all medical and social information provided by Department of Human Services (DHS) field offices and other sources for Temporary Assistance for Needy Family (TANF), and MANG cases.

The Registered Nurse reviews medical history for disability cases involving human illnesses and injuries, Social Security regulations and criteria regarding disability determinations and regulations established by DHS.

This position prepares detailed assessment and rationale of cases identifying disabilities under the program and the basis for professional medical decisions and participates in and attends professional nursing conferences and staff development sessions.

Essential Functions

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• Provides professional nursing expertise in the review of all medical and social information provided by Department of Human Services (DHS) field offices and other sources for Temporary Assistance for Needy Family (TANF), and Medical Assistance-non grant (MANG) cases.
• Reviews medical history for disability cases involving human illnesses and injuries, Social Security regulations and criteria regarding disability determinations and regulations established by DHS.
• Prepares detailed assessment and rationale of cases identifying disabilities under the program and the basis for professional medical decisions.
• Participates in and attends professional nursing conferences and staff development sessions.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

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• 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 licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
• This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.

About the Agency

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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 for 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

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

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the Current Employee Guide at Application Procedures or by logging in to the career portal for State employees and viewing the instructions on Completing the Electronic Application.

Non-State employees

Detailed application instructions can be found in the External Applicant Guide at Application Procedures or from Illinois.jobs2web.com – click Application Resources in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should sign in via the Employee Login link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to their career portal.

Non-State employees should click the Sign Up link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to an existing external account or to create a new external account.

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:

• [email protected]
• [email protected]