Charge Nurse (2704)

Salary: $5,544.62 - $6,099.08 Monthly
Location : Springfield, IL
Job Type: Civil Service
Job Number: 2402097
Department: Family and Community Medicine/Springfield-SMS
Opening Date: 06/09/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 2:00 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Non-Represented
Shift: Days
ExemptorNon_Exempt: Exempt
SMS/SWS#: SMS.CS.N11035.000


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Description


This position is responsible for ensuring an efficient clinic workflow at the SIU Center for Family Medicine-Springfield site for the Acute Care Clinic, Triage Nurses, and Lab staff and as such will directly supervise the floor nursing staff and medical staff for those teams. The individual in this position must be able to act independently considering the daily workload and emergencies of the day as they evolve. In addition, this position will be a working supervisor, filling in on the floor as needed when vacancies or emergencies occur.

*This position is ON SITE only*

Examples of Duties

65% ADMINISTRATION
1.Directly supervise floor and triage nurses, medical assistants, and lab staff includinghiring, evaluation and disciplinary process.
2.Order supplies for unit and assist the Nurse Administrator with preparing theNursing/CMA schedule each week.
3.Set daily priorities for the floor nursing/CMA and lab staff assigned to supervise.
4.Responsible for the oversight and maintenance of clean, well-equipped and suppliedexam rooms, assembles clean and sterile packs for special procedures, and maintainsclean and sterile equipment
5.Organize workflow for point of care testing at clinic visits.
6.Organize pre-visit planning and huddles.
7.Work cooperatively with Care Coordinators regarding best care and treatment plans forpatients.
8.Orient, train and competency new staff.
25% PATIENT CARE
9. Provide professional nursing services to patients of the Center for Family Medicine including but not limited to the following: taking vital signs, administering blood pressure checks and vision screening tests, skin and tissue assessment, ear lavage, wound management and care, suture removal and care, and assisting the physician in documenting medication management.
10. Demonstrate competency in performing the following tests: accu-checks, quick strep tests, pregnancy tests, urinalysis, electrocardiograms, neonatal non-stress tests, hemoccults, peak flows, nebulizer treatment, urine dips, pulse oximetry, and immunizations.
11. Assist the providers in examination of the patients including room setup by type of visit and the distribution of patient educational materials according to treatment plan.
12. Assist providers in procedural clinics.
13. Coordinate patient and family education prior to diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures.
14. Responsible for the preparation of the environment and equipment to assure safe and accurate clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
15. Administer and record prescribed medications and immunizations by IM, subq. intradermal, and by mouth; refill prescriptions under provider order.
16. Make judgment decisions regarding urgent visits and/or provide phone advice to patients consistent with nursing body of knowledge.
10% TEACHING
22. Evaluate residents and other learners in the clinic according to established criteria.
23. Teach residents to function efficiently in the ambulatory setting, including appropriate
use of multidisciplinary team approach to care and community resources.
24. Serve on and attend program, department and school-wide committee meetings as
requested.
Knowledge required

Qualifications
Credentials to be Verified by Placement Officer

1. Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois.
2. Three years of work experience as a Registered Professional Nurse or 2 years work experience as a Registered Professional Nurse with 1 year of supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills & 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.
6. Ability to function without direct supervision.

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.
Supplemental Information
If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call View phone number on click.appcast.io Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

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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