The RN Trainer is responsible for coordinating and resolving health and wellness crises, supervising health personnel, and ensuring quality assurance, particularly concerning medication management and compliance with Rule 116. This role also involves maintaining health records, communicating with providers, and conducting necessary staff training and recertifications.
Driving Requirement: You must have a valid drivers license & be willing to drive company vehicles to be eligible for this shift
Pay: $45 per hour
About the Company
Rimland is a premier social service agency that supports adults with developmental disabilities. We have been saying “welcome home” to individuals with autism for more than 45 years. We provide a safe environment in which individuals can grow and engage with the world. Our approach is unique, and our care is excellent.
Location & Schedule
Note: Your must be willing to travel to all CILA homes based on individual/agency needs
Evanston, Lake Zurich, Maywood, Highland Park, Niles, Morton Grove, Des Plaines & Mt. Prospect
Job functions specifically performed by the RN Trainer include the following: 1. On-call to coordinate and resolve all crisis situations related to the Health and Wellness department specifically related to high risk program participants and new program participants. 2. Supervise LPN, CNA and all Health and Wellness personnel. 3. Ensure overall quality assurance for Rule 116 including medication management by: 1) matching the actual contents of the medication boxes to the Medication Administration Sheets (MAR) sheets, 2) ensure medication is ordered by the physician’s or psychiatrist’s 4. Submitting, reviewing and approving medication errors in the Therap system. 5. Review and resolve any complicated issues found through body checks. 6. Provide all program participants with first aid care and emergency care as needed. 7. Ensure that the agency's group homes and main office have all resources deemed required or necessary to maintain program participants' basic health and safety, such as the "Nursing 2000 Drug Book". 8. Maintain the Health and Wellness component of the computerized program participant database i.e. HRST and Therap Services (for all medical appointments and follow-ups, medication administration record, medication errors, nursing assessments, control sheets and monthly weights) 9. Communicate with physician’s and Forum pharmacy as needed regarding individual medications and insurance coverage of medications. 10. Manage and file all Health and Wellness related items in proper individual binders when Therap is not used. 11. Ensures individual monthly medical summary is submitted by the H&W QIDP. 12. Conduct reviews and follow-ups on all Incident Reports (GER reports in Therap). 13. Accompany program participants to scheduled medical and dental visits. Ensure all reports are shared with the guardian following medical appointments. 14. Process medication packs and oversee monthly medication changeover. 15. Conduct initial medication training and annual recertification trainings for all authorized DSP staff. 16. Complete CBTA’s for DSP staff and ensure applicable MAR is attached. 17. Inform Authorized Direct Support Professionals and appropriate personnel of new medication information and dietary changes via Therap or TEAMS. 18. Establish new provider relationships as required and maintain/improve existing health service provider relationships. 19. Other duties as from time to time assigned.
The RN Trainer is accountable for maintaining individual certifications (CPR/First aid, QIDP and RN) and ensure all necessary course re-trainings are up to date to remain an active employee in accordance with Rimland’s policies and procedures.
Rimland is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Market context
In Illinois, RN trainer roles are often tied to healthcare settings that need staff education, onboarding, and compliance support, so demand can be steady where patient care teams are growing or updating procedures. These roles are competitive because employers typically require an active Illinois RN license, a valid driver’s license, screening clearances, and the ability to travel in company vehicles; benefits may include health insurance, paid training, a 401(k), paid leave, and a fitness stipend. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your license documents and driving eligibility before applying.
