Public Health Nurse- $27.27 per hour (non- negotiable)
Union Position- Full Time, 35 hours per week, M-F 8:30-4:30
13 PAID HOLIDAYS! GREAT BENEFITS AND WEEKENDS OFF!
Description of Duties-
· Implements required procedures used in application of laws, policies, and IDPH/CDC regulations pertaining to communicable disease, foodborne illness, and VFC surveillance.
· Performs investigation and surveillance activities of all reportable diseases, and foodborne illness
· Responsible for preparation, implementation, and closure of clinic(s) for services ( i.e. flu, immunization, STD, TB)
· Serves as resource and liaison to local healthcare providers, schools, general public and staff on issues pertinent to communicable, reportable and vaccine preventable disease, VFC program; foodborne illnesses; preparedness, travel medicine;
· Administers medications and immunizations per standing/doctor’s orders
· Complies with all VFC rules and regulations regarding vaccine ordering, storage and handling.
· Following IDPH guidelines, MD standing or written orders, authorizes laboratory and radiologic screenings appropriately
· Educates on proper collection, handling, and mailing of mail out specimens for CD/TB/STD to state or other facilities per IDPH guidelines.
· Maintains organized, accurate, confidential client files
· Maintains inventory of vaccine(s), medication(s) and supplies needed for clinical services
· Keeps abreast of changes/trends in the prevention and control of communicable, reportable, vaccine preventable, and chronic diseases
· Enters all applicable data for surveillance purposes into IDPH/CDC software, and uses software to create applicable statistical reports.
· Performs appropriate emergency response duties as required
· Performs other duties as assigned
Personal Characteristics
Communicates effectively, orally and in writing, with office department personnel, clients, and community agencies. Displays a caring and courteous attitude. Is professional, mature, and self-controlled. Maintains strict confidentiality of client and office information. Displays organizational skills and ability to work flexibly and independently.
Education and Training
A registered professional nurse with a current license in the State of Illinois. BSN preferred; experience in infectious disease desirable.
Job Requirements
Current Illinois driver’s license; personal vehicle for use in carrying our required duties; auto liability insurance is mandatory. Requires vision adequate to read and analyze written and printed documents. Requires hearing and speech skills adequate to answer telephone calls and to communicate with clients and staff. Requires manual dexterity to perform physical assessments, nursing procedures. Requires ability to follow verbal and written directions. Requires ability to perform computer data entry and retrieval. Demonstrates ability to lift and transport a thirty pound weight. Must be able to navigate stairs. Requires ability to respect and adapt readily to a variety of client/staff situations with maturity and emotional stability.
KCHD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.27 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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Work Location: In person