Public Health Nurse

MASTER EAST SIDE HEALTH DISTRICT • East St. Louis, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

With general directions, plans, organizes, delivers clinic services in Immunization/Physical/Lead Program. Provide case management services as programs dictate and assist with Communicable Disease investigations. Candidate will assure that all program standards and procedures as outlined by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Department of Human Services and East Side Health District are met. Position is contingent upon continued funding of present grants.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse, Baccalaureate or Associate Degree in Nursing. Must submit an Illinois R.N. License
• Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees and clients
• Capable of working with individuals and groups to promote good health and disease prevention
• Requires thorough knowledge, skills and experience working with and utilizing community resources
• Ability to conduct effective assessment interviews and develop care plans
• Ability to develop and implement treatment procedures (individual care plans)
• Computer literacy at the user level required
• Candidates must own a dependable automobile and possess a valid driver’s license and auto insurance
• Drug Free Environment
• Drug Screening Required

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, delivers clinic services in Immunization/Physical/Lead Program.
• Provide case management services as programs dictate
• Assist with Communicable Disease investigations.
• Assure that all program standards and procedures as outlined by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Department of Human Services and East Side Health District are met.
• Accept any other duties as assigned by ESHD

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree