Registered Nurse (WIC)

Douglas County Health Department • Tuscola, IL

7d • $54,600 - $63,700 • Onsite

About The Position

The Public Health Registered Nurse assesses, plans, implements, and documents patient care. The position supports maternal health programs, clinical and senior services, and related nursing program reporting. Duties also include vaccinations, phlebotomy, monitoring nursing supplies, educating clients about programs and services, and assisting clients from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Public health emergency response duties may be assigned, along with other duties within the scope of the role.

The position is full-time at 35 hours per week and is onsite. The stated schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. The position is nonexempt. The full annual salary range is $54,600–$63,700; anticipated starting salary depends on qualifications, internal equity, and available funding. Positions at the health department may be supported by grant funding, and the department describes its goal of developing sustainable, long-term positions.

Requirements

• Hold Registered Nurse (RN) licensure with the state of Illinois.
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance.
• Be detail-oriented.
• Have knowledge of state regulations.
• Demonstrate collaborative, friendly, honest, and compassionate qualities.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide maternal health services and support maternal health programs.
• Provide clinical services.
• Provide senior services.
• Report on related nursing programs.
• Administer vaccinations and perform phlebotomy.
• Monitor supplies for the nursing department.
• Provide education related to programs and services.
• Assist clients from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Perform public health emergency response duties as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the role.
• Assess, plan, implement, and document patient care.

Benefits

• 13–15 paid holidays
• Vacation
• Three days of personal time
• Accrual of one sick day per month, with rollover
• Employer-paid employee health insurance premium
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Tuition assistance and loan repayment
• Flexible schedules

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed