CLINICAL NURSE EDUCATOR

Job Requisition ID: 53795

Opening Date: 04/13/2026
Closing Date: 04/24/2026
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Special License - Registered Nurse License
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Effective 7/1/26) $8,571 - $13,222 per month ($102,852 - $158,664 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Madison
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

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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. The posting window for internal applicants in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements has already passed. The system will only allow external applications for other means consideration at this time. Internal applicants who have already applied are not required to reapply externally for consideration at other means.

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?

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.

The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire a Clinical Nurse Educator for the Alton Mental Health Center located in Alton, Illinois. Under direction of the Director of Nursing, monitors, reviews and reports all trainings throughout the continuum of care. Maintains oversight of training curriculum and educates staff regarding all programs. Serves as working supervisor. Directs all aspects of classroom orientation for professional, paraprofessional and support staff.

• Serves as the Clinical Nurse Educator.
• Maintains oversight of training curriculum and educates staff regarding all programs, including but not limited to prevention of transmission of disease, safety products, post exposure processes and services provided by the hospital.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Directs all aspects of classroom orientation for professional, paraprofessional and support staff.
• Reviews and revises annual nursing/technician competency evaluation for all nursing staff.
• Coordinates annual training curriculum and dates for scheduling of all direct care staff advising managers of staff deficiencies.
• Provides professional nursing service to patients including admission, administering medications, hands on care including emergency interventions including restraints, code blue responses and performance of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

• 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.

• Three (3) years of professional experience monitoring, reviewing and reporting on all training of new nurses for a public or private organization.
• Three (3) years of professional experience coordinating resources to ensure appropriate training is provided in accordance with rules and regulations.
• Three (3) years of professional experience directing orientation and designing and developing new training programs and classroom curriculum and revising existing training programs.
• Three (3) years of professional experience reviewing and revising annual competency evaluations and conducting refresher courses prior to annual competencies as required.
• Three (3) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and ability to utilize critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.
• Three (3) years of professional experience reviewing, analyzing, revising and composing instructions and procedures and interpreting materials for a public or private organization.

• Requires the ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification and Instructor Certification.
• Requires the physical ability to restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to patient or others.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch

Headquarter Location: 4500 College Ave, Alton, Illinois, 62002

Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery

Alton Mental Health Center

Nursing Services/Nursing Education

Work County: Madison

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services

About the Agency:

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)
  • 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://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

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.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

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