Clinical Registered Nurse - Part Time

Macon County Health Department Job Opening

Public Health Registered Nurse (RN)

Macon County Health Department | Decatur, Illinois

Part-Time | Schedule Based on Department Needs | $30.00 per Hour

Make a Difference in Public Health, One Patient at a Time.

Are you a compassionate, dependable Registered Nurse who is passionate about disease prevention, community wellness, and making healthcare accessible to everyone?

The Macon County Health Department is seeking a Part-Time Public Health Registered Nurse to join our Clinical Nursing Services Division. This position offers an opportunity to provide essential preventive healthcare services, educate community members, and contribute to the overall health and well-being of Macon County residents.

In this role, you'll support a variety of public health programs, including communicable disease prevention, immunizations, tuberculosis services, sexually transmitted infection (STI) services, lead testing, and travel health consultations. You'll work with individuals from diverse backgrounds while collaborating with healthcare providers, community organizations, and fellow public health professionals.

What You'll Do

• Provide professional nursing services across programs within the Clinical Nursing Services Division.
• Assist with communicable disease prevention, education, and related public health services.
• Support sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing, education, and prevention services.
• Participate in tuberculosis (TB) services and related nursing activities.
• Perform lead testing and provide appropriate patient education.
• Assist with foreign travel health consultations and recommended vaccinations.
• Administer immunizations and support community immunization clinics.
• Educate patients and families about preventive healthcare, disease management, and healthy practices.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with patients, healthcare providers, community agencies, and other public health professionals.
• Provide compassionate, culturally responsive care to individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient documentation in accordance with applicable standards and departmental procedures.
• Support additional clinical nursing activities as directed by Clinical Nursing Services leadership.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
• Strong clinical nursing skills and a commitment to patient-centered care.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, healthcare professionals, community partners, and coworkers.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and community groups.
• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a public health setting.
• Willingness to provide nursing services across multiple public health programs.

Position Requirements:

• Availability to work a part-time schedule determined by departmental needs.
• Ability to adapt to changing clinical priorities and community health needs.
• Commitment to maintaining professional nursing standards, patient confidentiality, and applicable public health requirements.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why Join the Macon County Health Department?

We understand the importance of balancing meaningful professional work with personal commitments. This part-time nursing opportunity provides flexibility while allowing you to make a lasting impact on community health.

Part-Time Position Benefits & Employment Information

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Available in accordance with MCHD's part-time employment policies.
• Federal Holidays Off: The work schedule allows employees to enjoy all federally recognized holidays off. As a part-time employee, these holidays are unpaid.
• Retirement Plan: Eligibility for participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) is dependent upon the employee's anticipated and actual hours worked and applicable retirement system eligibility requirements.
• Health Insurance: This part-time position is not eligible for employer-sponsored medical, dental, or vision insurance benefits.
• Flexible Part-Time Schedule: Work hours are established based on departmental needs, offering an opportunity to maintain a balance between professional and personal responsibilities.
• Meaningful Community Impact: Work directly with individuals and families while supporting essential public health initiatives.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At the Macon County Health Department, our mission is to promote the health and healthy practices of all Macon County residents. Every member of our team plays an important role in protecting community health and improving access to essential services.

As a Public Health Registered Nurse, you'll have the opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact through preventive care, health education, and community-based nursing services.

If you're looking for a rewarding nursing opportunity where your skills can make a lasting difference, we'd love to welcome you to our team!

How to Apply

Applications are available at:

Macon County Health Department

1221 E. Condit Street

Decatur, IL 62521

Or download an application from www.maconchd.org.

Completed applications should be emailed to [email protected].

The Macon County Health Department is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.

Job Type

Part-Time

Work Location: In person

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person