The Crawford County Health Department is seeking a part-time (8.5 to 20 hrs/wk) and PRN Public Health Nurse positions responsible for comprehensive public health nursing services that promote the health and well-being of Crawford County residents.
Professional experience with children, immunization administration, phlebotomy, and WIC Program preferred.
Position Description:
Essential functions of this position are as follows:
Administers the following duties:
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
- Better Birth Outcomes
- Immunizations (Infant, Childhood and Adult)
- TB screenings
- Lead Poisoning Prevention
- Cardiovascular monitoring
- Specimen collection (urine, blood, buccal swabs, nasal swabs)
- Collects data
- Develops and implements an individual plan of care for each client based on assessment and nutritional need
- Refers clients to appropriate programs as needed
- Investigation and reporting of infectious diseases
- Attends meetings and conferences as directed
- Maintain confidentiality of all client records
- Perform other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications:
· Current Illinois Registered Nurse License;
· Current CPR certification;
· Certified Lactation Counselor preferred, but not required;
· Computer skills;
· Requires demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with clients, other providers, and the community;
· Requires the ability to interact with administration, boards, public, and staff in friendly, cooperative, confidential and professional manner at all times.
Physical Requirements:
· Frequently operate computer and other medical office equipment
· Operate medical examination equipment
· Potential exposure to infectious disease present at all times
· Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
· Occasionally standing for long periods of time
Benefits:
· Paid time off
· IMRF pension available for qualifying positions
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
License/Certification:
- RN License (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
