Clinic Nurse - Decatur (RN) (U)

Salary: $27.16 - $29.88 Hourly
Location : Decatur, IL
Job Type: Civil Service
Job Number: 2401728
Department: Surgery Clinic-SMS
Division: N/A
Opening Date: 02/13/2026
Closing Date: 6/8/2026 2:00 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME Local 370
Shift: Days
ExemptorNon_Exempt: Non-Exempt


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Description


The nurse functions as a resource for the assigned Division within the Department of Surgery. Primary responsibility of the position is to ensure that safe, quality, efficient health care delivery is provided to patients. This nurse will serve as a patient service coordinator within the Division and provide direct nursing services for physicians to which he/she is assigned. This position performs daily application of the School's mission and vision in providing the highest level of quality care to our patients, families, and in working with our employees, physicians, and the communities we serve.

Now offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year employment commitment for candidates identified for hire before March 31st, 2026!

Examples of Duties

Nursing Duties 80%
A. Provides clinic nursing care and delegation of clinical duties to LPN's and MA's while in clinic.This care may include but not be limited to obtaining patient histories, assisting with portions ofphysical examinations, administering medications, providing wound care, performing othernursing procedures and documenting nursing functions appropriately.
B. Performs clinic laboratory testing and procedural testing according to clinic protocols. Reportsfindings to physician and records on patient medical record.
C. Assists with procedures. Sets up and/or completes procedures as necessary under the directionof the MD, APN, or PA
D. Develops and implements patient plan of care with the MD, APN, and/or PA.
E. Coordinates delivery of patient plan of care.
F. Organizes clinic patient flow and revises as necessary to maximize physician productivity and minimize patient wait times.
Non- Exempt
G. Schedules follow-up patient activities including radiology studies, surgical procedures and other testing as ordered by the MD, APN, or PA.
H. Prepares for upcoming clinics by obtaining history from referring physician, pertinent radiologic studies, laboratory results, and operative reports when appropriate.
I. Communicates with call center, patients, families and other healthcare professionals.
J. Uses critical thinking skills to triage patient care priorities for patient phone calls and needs.
K. Utilizes and maintains equipment used in the assessment and treatment of patients.
L. Ensures accurate, current, and safe nursing procedures pertaining to patient care through appropriate functional supervision of clinical personnel in the clinical area.
M. Acts as liaison between healthcare facilities and other specialty agencies.
N. Functions as a primary nurse or back-up nurse as directed depending on the need. Follows direction of the primary nurse and physician when functioning as the back-up nurse.
O. Serves as a resource to departmental staff. Performs duties in other Divisions as assigned by the Nurse Administrator.

Education 10%
A. Provides patient teaching and participates in staff and community education programs.
B. Provides orientation to daily clinic activities and training for nursing personnel, students and residents.
C. Assists with instruction of secretaries in the provision of patient activities.
D. Functions as resource person for general public requesting information regarding assigned Division and SIU Department of Surgery as a whole.
E. Completes annual training and competencies.

Administrative Duties 5%
A. Completes charge tickets for nursing services provided in the clinic.
B. Assures that tests and surgeries are precertified according to insurance requirements if necessary.
C. Participates in development of policies, procedures, and systems to support patient safety and quality care.
D. Maintains or delegates inventory of adequate supplies necessary for daily surgery clinic activities and makes recommendations to the Charge Nurse for equipment, commodities, and non-routine supplies.
E. Attends and participates in departmental/divisional staff meetings.
F. Performs other duties as assigned.

Research Duties 5%
A. Assists with planning and implementation of research projects as related to patient care.
B. Follows research protocols when conducting patient research, including obtain informed consent, providing patient care as directed by research methodology, and documenting patient care according to protocol or clinic standards.
C. Collects and analyzes data and assists with publishing results as needed.
D. Attends SCHRIS training and maintains qualifications to participate in research, if applicable.

Qualifications

Credentials to be Verified BY Placement Officer
1. Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA'S)
1. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
2. Ability to work with others as a member of multiple disciplinary team.
3. Problem solving abilities.
4. Adaptability
5.Excellent customer service skills.
Condition of Employment

Out of State Applicants that apply to Springfield vacancies in classifications in the occupational area of Professional, Semi-Professional, or Managerial will be subject to the following Condition of Employment: Pursuant to the State University Civil Service System, an out-of-state resident who is hired into this position must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date. This should be listed in the Minimum Qualifications for these vacancies.

Supplemental Information
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The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.

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Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.

Pre-employment background screenings required.
Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service

Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill

Health, Dental, and Life insurance

Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.

Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.

Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars

Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).

Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement

Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees

Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times

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