Registered Nurse (WIC)

About DCHD:

Mission: To protect and promote healthier lifestyles through prevention and education.

As a certified health department, the Douglas County Health Department is responsible for several programs as well as many other public health services. Programs are grouped into divisions relating to either nursing, environmental health or health education. All programs have an educational component. The goal of this department is to increase the awareness and number of persons reached in this educational process.

Benefits:

• 13-15 Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• 3 days of Personal Time
• Accrual of 1 sick day per month (rollover)
• Employer paid employee health insurance premium
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance and Loan Repayment
• Flexible Schedules

Position Funding and Sustainability

Positions within Douglas County Health Department are often supported through grant funding, which plays an important role in allowing us to expand services and meet the evolving needs of our community. While funding sources may change over time, our goal is to build sustainable, long-term positions that provide continuity of care and lasting support to the individuals and families we serve. We are committed to exploring opportunities that strengthen our programs and support the long-term success of both our employees and the community.

Compensation: The full salary range for this position is $54,600–$63,700 annually. The anticipated starting salary depends on the selected candidate’s directly related experience, education, licensure, certifications, and overall qualifications, as well as internal equity and available funding. An exceptionally qualified candidate may be considered above the anticipated starting range, but within the full approved salary range.

Position: Public Health Registered Nurse
Status: Full-time, 35 hours
Working hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Salary: Nonexempt
Work Location: Onsite

Job Summary:
The Public Health Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting patient care. 

Duties/Responsibilities:
•    Maternal health services and programs.
•    Clinical services.
•    Senior services.
•    Reporting of all related nursing programs.
•    Vaccinations and phlebotomy.
•    Monitoring supplies for nursing department. 
•    Education related to programs and services. 
•    Assist clients from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.

•    Public health emergency response duties as assigned. 

• Other duties as assigned within scope.

Qualifications and Requirements: 
•    Regular predictable attendance is required. 
•    Detail orientated. 
•    Knowledge of state regulations. 
•    Collaborative, friendly, honest, and compassionate. 

Education and Experience:
•    Registered Nurse (RN) licensure with the state of Illinois.
•    Bilingual preferred but not required. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
•    DCHD is a smoke free and drug-free workplace in compliance with federal guidelines. 
•    Prolonged periods of standing.
•    Moderate noise level. 

The Douglas County Health Department is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees' differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

Our employment practices are rooted in our dedication to equal opportunity for all individuals. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

All employment decisions at the Douglas County Health Department are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to the above-listed characteristics. We provide a work environment free of harassment and retaliation and ensure compliance with all applicable laws that protect the rights of applicants and employees. Our policies reflect and affirm the department's commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.

If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department at 217-253-4137 X 1207.