Registered Nurse (RN)
- RN license
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This posting states $36 an hour. Open registered nurse jobs in Illinois post a median of $45.80 an hour, the middle half $41.63–$47.75, across 1,495 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Registered nurses employed in Illinois earn a median of $46.15 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
REGISTERED NURSE (RN) – FULL TIME
Job Summary The RN coordinates and supervises nursing care on the assigned unit, ensuring appropriate staffing, timely medication administration, and high-quality resident care.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Current Illinois RN license
- Working knowledge of general nursing practices
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
- Ability to effectively supervise and collaborate with staff
- Proficient in spoken and written English
Requirements
- Physically and mentally able to perform nursing duties
- Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
- Compassionate, professional, and resident-focused
- Knowledge of JCAHO, OBRA, IDPH, and HFS regulations
Key Responsibilities
- Assign and supervise nursing staff based on unit needs
- Administer medications, injections, and treatments per physician orders
- Conduct daily rounds and ensure Care Plan compliance
- Communicate with physicians and families regarding resident status
- Maintain accurate documentation and narcotic accountability in the EMR
- Ensure infection control, safety standards, and policy compliance
- Complete incident reports and coordinate resident transfers as needed
Job Type: Full-Time
From Forest City Rehab and Nursing Center's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Forest City Rehab and Nursing Center hires nurses and nursing assistants in Rockford and Machesney Park in Illinois.
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