Registered Nurse (RN) – Kankakee Health Center

About the Role

Community Health Partnership of Illinois (CHP) is a nonprofit healthcare organization providing primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services to migrant farmworkers and other medically underserved populations throughout Illinois. We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Kankakee healthcare team. This position is ideal for an RN who enjoys patient-centered care, working collaboratively with providers, and making a meaningful difference in the health of the community.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and monitor changes in health status
• Obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, and other clinical information
• Provide nursing care according to established clinical protocols and provider direction
• Administer medications, immunizations, and treatments as ordered
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and follow-up care
• Provide patient education regarding medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and chronic disease management
• Coordinate patient care and communicate with providers and other members of the healthcare team
• Respond appropriately to patient questions and clinical concerns
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation in the electronic health record
• Support infection-control, quality, and patient-safety practices
• Help connect patients with appropriate follow-up care and community resources
• Maintain compliance with applicable clinical, organizational, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Previous outpatient, primary care, community health, or other clinical experience preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent communication and patient-service skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to providing respectful, culturally responsive care to patients from diverse backgrounds

Skills

• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus
• Newer RNs with strong clinical training and an interest in community health are encouraged to apply

Pay

$28–$31 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.