Nurse Manager

Position Title: Nurse Manager
Pay Grade: M-2
Division: As assigned
FSLA: Exempt
Union Status: Non-union

POSITION SUMMARY
With minimal direction and supervision, manages and directs the delivery of assigned division including supervision of assigned staff. division programs and services with emphasis on client contacts in the home or other community locations. Manages using the nursing model of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position provides direct supervision to the assigned staff assigned to the services and programs under the management of this position.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
The position is self-directed with minimal guidance and supervision from the Director of assigned division.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1.  Manages the delivery of integrated client specific programs and services.
2.  Provides ongoing supervision, training, guidance and performance evaluations toassigned staff.
3.  Serves as a liaison to state, regional and community agencies, groups and individuals.
4.  Participates in the development of new initiatives, grants and proposals.
5.  Evaluates the effectiveness of assigned services and programs.
6.  Monitors grant and/or subcontractor activities.
7.  Oversees St. Clair County employee health activities including but not limited to employee/dependent immunizations, Tuberculosis screenings/follow-up and respiratory fit testing.
8.  Applies public health nursing principles and theories, and draws from other sciences to form a theoretical framework for decision-making in public health services and programs.
9.  Demonstrates a working knowledge of all current clinical nursing procedures.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any Supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing the duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

• JOB REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS 

Certificate of graduation from an accredited School of Nursing (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, APRN, Registered Nurse RN, Licensed Practical Nurse LPN). 
-AND- Currently licensed by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation.
-OR - A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and four (4) years demonstrated direct clinical experience in an approved public or community health care setting and two (2) years demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
-A Master’s Degree is preferred.
-In addition, all persons in a nursing position must be current on CPR and First Aid certification/training.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICALCOGNITIVE ABILITIES

• The ability to sit, flex, stand, reach, and bend.
• The physical strength to lift, carry, and transport materials/equipment equivalentto thirty (30) pounds.
• Visual acuity, auditory ability, and clear written and verbal communication ability.
• Manual dexterity and the ability for data input into various computer programs.
• The ability to maintain professional behavior at all times.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must reside within St. Clair County, IL or be willing to relocate to St. Clair County within six (6) months from hire date.
• The ability to work necessary hours to meet the position requirements including evenings and/or weekends as assigned.
• May require provision of services at off-site locations.
• A valid Driver's License.
• A dependable automobile for use in position.
• Proof of auto insurance that meets or exceeds the minimum limits of liability as required by the State of Illinois. Employees are required to provide a copy of their current insurance card and the declaration page from the insurance policy.
• Adherence to all local, state and federal regulations pertaining to OSHA guidelines.
• Health Department employees:
  • Are required to have a TB test upon hire and separation of employment.
  • Must be current on CDC Healthcare Personnel Vaccine Recommendations, whichinclude Hepatitis B, MMR (Measles, Mumps Rubella), Td/Tdap(Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis), Varicella (chickenpox) and Meningococcal ifover 65. Influenza and COVID vaccines are recommended and encouraged, but notrequired at this time and maybe subject to change.
• All employees must adhere to the St. Clair County Personnel Code.
• Position contingent upon continued grant funding.