Employment Opportunities

The Sangamon County Department of Public Health is seeking applicants to perform duties primarily as a Registered Nurse/Case Manager(Clinic) 

Duties include:
* Provide nursing services in our clinic, and other offsite locations as assigned. This includes physicals, administering vaccines, STI intake, specimen collection and phlebotomy, patient and family education and medication administration. 

*Assist in the Lead Program by drawing blood samples and following up with clients who have elevated lead levels.

* Ensure proper documentation of all relevant client interactions onto appropriate electronic record systems (i.e. I-CARE and ezEMRx)

* Engage with clients, physician offices, and other stakeholders regarding vaccinations and other immunication-related information. This includes offering counsel to clients regarding vaccines and medications. 

* Maintain working knowledge of clinic procedures and TB protocols to ensure referrals, TB testing, and other assessments are provided to clients as needed. 

* Assist in overseeing student nurses and other learners during their time observing and working in clinic area. 

* Attend seminars, workshops and educational trainings related to clinic services for professional growth and continuing education

Required Qualifications:
* A valid Class D Illinois Driver's License
* Applicants must be a resident of Sangamon County or be willing to move into the County within 6 months of employment. 
* Ability to use personal automobile with proof of auto insurance
* In the event of public health emergencies, this position may be required to work evenings and/or weekend clinics as assigned
* Valid State of Illinois Nursing License

*Effective interpersonal skills
*Experience working in a public health setting
*Strong advocate for patients and familities
*Strong written and oral capabilities

Work Hours: Monday-Friday: 3 days from 8am-430pm, 1 day from 8am-7pm, and 1 day from 8am-1pm. Salary: $61,134.69yr/$31.35/hr; 2 weeks paid vacation, 3 paid personal days, 12 paid sick leave days and 13 paid holidays per year. Individual and Family health, dental, and life insurance options, retirement, death benefits, and mileage reimbursement.

Download County Application @ http://co.sangamon.il.us/Portals/0/Departments/Human%20Resources/Docs/SCJobApplication.pdf?ver=2015-09-11-134613-413

Submit Application and Supporting Resume and/or References To:John W. Ridley, Director of Public Health, Sangamon Co. Dept. of Public Health, 2833 S. Grand Avenue, East, Springfield, IL 62703 OR Fax to 217-535-3104 OR Email to healthhr@sangamonil.gov

Position will remain open until filled

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