Public Health Nurse

Requirements

Division: Nursing

Public Health Nurse - Full Time #019

JOB SUMMARY:

A public health nurse is a registered professional who functions independently and exercises critical nursing judgment. This position ensures the provision of quality nursing care and health education in accordance with best nursing practices. The Public Health Nurse will provide clinical services to include STI, TB, Immunizations, and LEAD.

JOB FUNCTION:

• Participates in clinical services for STI testing and treatment

• Conducts surveillance, investigation and analysis of reportable diseases based on Centers for Disease Control and Illinois Department of Public Health guidelines and rules and regulations

• Assures appropriate treatment for infectious diseases or exposure to infectious diseases

• Enters data and disease reports in I-NEDSS/IDSS system

• Collaborates with other local health departments, IDPH, and CDC.

• Stock medications and supplies assigned

• Responsible for education and screening to community members and high-risk groups

• Proficient in using electronic data systems and electronic medical record system

• Position requires occasional travel to offsite clinics, participation in mobile health clinic events, and other community outreach events as assigned

• Assists with foodborne and other disease outbreak investigations with team as appropriate

• Participates in clinical services such as TB skin testing, Lead testing, Immunization clinics, or emergency response events when assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN), and/or an Associate Degree in Nursing (AND) from an accredited school of nursing, with 2 or more years of experience in direct patient care, with pediatric or public health experience preferred. Valid Registered Nursing License by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulations.

STARTING SALARY/BENEFITS:

$72,296.00 salary, Grade 11E, exempt position.

HOURS:

37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30. With occasional evening and/or weekends as needed.

BENEFITS:

• 4 Medical plans, 2 dental plans, and 2 vision plans to choose from.
• Pension: Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Nationwide Retirement Solutions (457 and Roth457) plans
• Standard Life insurance policy with the option to buy up additional coverage for EE and dependents.
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal days.

McHenry County is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, Veteran status or disability.