Registered Nurse
About MisericordiaMisericordia Heart of Mercy is a home to over 600 children and adults with mild to profound developmental disabilities. Misericordia offers a community of care that maximizes potential for persons with mild to profound developmental disabilities, many of whom are also physically challenged.Misericordia offers a continuum of care to meet residents’ diverse needs and aspires for each individual to live as independently as possible in the highest level of community integration feasible. At Misericordia, we value our employees' fostering opportunities for growth and development, generous benefits, competitive pay and a supportive work environment. Misericordia employees contribute to the mission and the community with their presence and focus on making residents lives, a life worth living.Misericordia is currently hiring for Registered Nurse(s) for various shifts to provide nursing coverage.If you consider yourself a hardworking, dependable, compassionate and motivated individual who is looking to make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents, we encourage you to apply directly today to be considered.Rewards Of Working With Our ResidentsMeaningful, mission-driven work that makes a direct, positive impact on residents’ lives.Opportunity to build strong, long-term relationships with residents and their families.Supportive, team-oriented work environment with collaborative interdisciplinary staff.Ongoing training and professional development in IDD care and person-centered practices.Development of valuable skills in behavioral support, communication, and daily living assistance.Stable employment within a respected, well-established organization.Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (health insurance, retirement options, paid time off).Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization.Structured routines that promote consistency and work-life balance.A safe, inclusive, and values-based workplace that emphasizes dignity, respect, and compassion.Personal fulfillment from advocating for independence, inclusion, and quality of life.As An RN/BSN You WillProvides professional nursing care according in accordance with the Illinois Professional Registered Nurse Practice Act, and organizational policies and procedures. Employs critical thinking skills, assesses residents’ condition, recognizes changes, plans and evaluates care, monitors residents’ progress, and records pertinent observations. Delegates appropriate resident care tasks to other staff. Functions as a team member to fulfill unit/department goals. Qualifications For RNAssociate’s degree/official transcriptsCurrent Illinois Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)Good standing with the Illinois Department of Professional RegulationQualifications For BSNBachelor’s degree/official transcriptsCurrent Illinois Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)Good standing with the Illinois Department of Professional RegulationPay StructureNew Grad Starting Rate: ADN/RN $36.50 per hourBSN $37.50 per hourHourly Pay Range$36.50 - $48.00 an hour - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Nurses will earn an additional differential based on the shift and the days worked: Weekend AM- $3.00 an hour Weekday PM/ON- $3.00 an hour Weekend PM/ON- $4.00 an hour We have multiple openings for RN’S and BSN’s on the day (7a-3p), evening (3p-11p), and overnight (11pm-7am) shift. Hours for our Skilled Nursing Residence are 6a-2p, 2p-10p, and 10p-6a. Part-time and full-time shifts available BenefitsHealth, vision and dental insurancePaid time off401K MatchingRoth 401k with 2% match tax-free withdrawals after retirementTuition reimbursement Referral bonusMany opportunities for growth throughout the companyVarious professional trainings offeredReferrals to state funded resource providing support in finding childcareMisericordia is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150.