Registered Nurse for WIC Program

Public Health

Registered Nurse for WIC Program

6/17/2026

7/31/2026

The Sangamon County Department of Public Health is seeking applicants to perform duties primarily as a R.N. in the WIC Program. 

Certifies WIC clients as defined in the WIC Policy and Procedure manual.

Conduct health screenings, including measuring height, weight, and hemoglobin levels.

Attend seminars, workshops, and educational trainings related to WIC for  professional growth and grant requirements

Educate clients on importance of breastfeeding and provide referrals to breastfeeding peer counselors

Evaluate applicants dietary and feeding practices to identify potential risk factors, needs and concerns

Maintain and follow policies and procedures related to confidentiality and HIPAA regulations

Promote positive health outcomes for participants following internal and State of Illinois policies and procedures

Schedule appointments for clients and maintain client records

The work assigned to this position may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks for this position.

This position is covered by the AFSCME #3738 union.

State of Illinois Registered Nursing license in good standing

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 current insurance

Excellent communication skills
Dependability
Ability to utilize software to input data

Monday – Friday

8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.  (Monday)
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  (3 days per week)
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  (1 day per week)

2 weeks paid vacation | 12 paid sick leave days

3 paid personal days   | 13 paid holidays per year

4 weeks Maternity/Paternity paid time off

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Health | Dental | Life | Vision

IMRF retirement | Death benefits | Mileage Reimbursement

Submit applicationand supporting documents through one of the following methods:

View email address on sangamonil.gov

View phone number on sangamonil.gov

John W. Ridley, MHCDS
Director of Public Health
Sangamon Co. Dept. of Public Health
2833 S. Grand Avenue, East
Springfield, IL 62703

Position will remain open until filled

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