The Sangamon County Department of Public Health (SCDPH) is seeking applicants to perform duties primarily as an R.N./Case Manager for the Infectious Disease department. These duties include:
· Assist with immunization clinics including annual flu vaccination clinics at SCDPH. Make home visits to clients with reportable communicable diseases
· Attend seminars, workshops, and educational trainings related to infectious disease for professional growth and grant requirements
· Complete and report epidemiological investigations on reportable communicable diseases as required by Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Control of Communicable Disease Code
· Interact with community stakeholders to provide guidelines and current recommendations about disease prevention. This includes health care providers, child care providers, school systems, private businesses, and the general public
· Investigate suspected and confirmed foodborne illness cases throughout Sangamon County. Requires consultation with the environmental health department staff regarding ill food service workers
· Monitor Class II and Class III TB clients for medication and medical follow-up compliance
The work assigned to this position may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks for this position.
Required Qualifications:
· A valid Class D Illinois Driver’s License
· Applicants must be a resident of Sangamon County or be willing to move into the County within 6 months of employment
· Ability to use personal automobile with proof of current insurance
· Current State of Illinois Nursing License
· On rare occasions or in the event of a public health emergency, may be required to work evening and/or weekend clinic as assigned
Desirable Qualifications:
· Excellent communication skills
· Ability to utilize Microsoft Suite programs
· Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with employees and other stakeholders
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,839.92 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work setting:
License/Certification:
Ability to Relocate:
- Springfield, IL 62703: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person