REGIONAL NURSE in Sterling, IL

Job Requisition ID: 53210 Closing Date: 02/27/2026 ​Agency: Department of Children and Family Services Class Title: CHILD WELFARE NURSE SPECIALIST – 07197 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: Spanish Salary: Anticipated Started Salary $8,767/monthly. Full Salary Range $7,172 – $9,752/monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Whiteside Number of Vacancies: 1 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. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU UPLOAD COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS AND RESUME. 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 Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Regional Nurse. Under general supervision, this position will provide consultation and analysis on health-related concerns in investigation reports, complex health care records, and other related materials. The position will also consult with biological parents, foster parents, relative caregivers, or residential providers regarding health-related concerns for children with special health care needs and provide input into the treatment plan with the child caregiver and worker. In addition, this position will serve as a liaison for the client/family with community hospitals, child abuse and neglect teams, fatality teams, and community physical and mental health programs. This position will utilize Spanish speaking and writing skills in performance of duties. This position provides a great opportunity for a compassionate medical professional who is focused on ensuring that children in the care of DCFS receive the best health care possible. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have exemplary medical skills and strong communication skills. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois. Essential Functions Provides consultation and analysis on health-related concerns in investigation reports, complex health care records, and other related materials. Provides updated information relative to referral procedures and other protocols involving community health care or health related services. In collaboration with the Department’s Healthworks networks and assigned skilled, residential, and acute psychiatric facilities, provides quality assurance monitoring to ensure that health care services are provided to Department youth in care. Provides input into staffings, Clinical Intervention Placement Preservation (CIPP) Teams, Peer Reviews, Expanded capacities, clinical placement reviews, and the evaluation of health issues of youth in care in permanency planning. Through quality assurance monitoring initiatives, assesses and evaluates the delivery of health care services. Translates and interprets, both orally and in writing, for Spanish speaking clients regarding services available and the proper completion of forms. Develops and conducts bi-annual in-service training sessions for professional staff, caregivers, and providers, presenting information regarding identified health related issues and health care services. Provides input into special studies and projects. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires one of the following: graduation from an approved nursing education program resulting in an associate or diploma degree in nursing and three years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience; OR a bachelor’s degree in nursing and two years of professional nursing experience; OR a master’s degree in nursing. Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Requires ability to speak and write Spanish at a colloquial skill level. Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license. Requires current CPR (BLS) certification. Requires ability to speak and write Spanish at a colloquial skill level. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. About the Agency ABOUT THE AGENCY DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus. 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 & part-time 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://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx Work Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm Headquarter Location: 2607 Woodlawn Rd, Sterling, Illinois, 61081 Work County: Whiteside Supervisor: Vacant Agency Contact: Janet Potts Email: janet.potts@illinois.gov(For Questions Only) Posting Group: Health Services This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).