TUBERCULOSIS NURSE CONSULTANT (PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR, OPT. 8N)

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Date:  Oct 23, 2024
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62702-5056

Job Requisition ID:  42435

Agency: Department of Public Health
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 
Skill Option: Special License - Registered Nurse License 
Office: Disease Control

Division: HIV/HEPATITIS/STI/TB (HHST)

Posting ID: 86-24-0310 / 42435

Posted: 10/23/2024 - 11/07/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,966/month; Full Range $7,966 - $11,759/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number:

86-24-0310 / 42435

 

Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as the statewide coordinator of the Education and Training Unit of the TB Control Program. Encourages local health agency TB programs throughout Illinois to provide quality services to individuals needing medical care for tuberculosis.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

  • Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
  • Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
  • Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
  • Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
  • 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
  • 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
  • 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
  • 13-14 paid holidays per year
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.asp

Essential Functions

  • Travels to provide nursing consultation to health care professionals.
  • Plans, coordinates, and implements training programs for professional and non-professional staff involved in TB control and management.
  • Plans, directs and coordinates the implementation of program activities.
  • Functions as the program liaison to health providers documented as being out of compliance with recommended diagnostic, therapeutic, or patient management procedures; conducts on-site problem solving visits.
  • Responds to requests from significant public groups, such as medical societies, educational associations, etc., for a speaker or resource person.
  • Provides technical epidemiologic assistance to local TB personnel with problem situations such as epidemiologic investigations of problem patients.
  • Contributes to the development of the TB program budget with regard to fiscal requirements for maintenance of educational and printing needs.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in nursing or public health.
  • Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in community/public health nursing.
  • Requires an Illinois Registered Nurse License.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Two (2) years’ experience in tuberculosis case management system, health care delivery systems, and/or managed care programs.
  • Two (2) years’ experience in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating health care systems.
  • Two (2) years’ experience with exercising judgment and discretion on developing, implementing, and interpreting programmatic departmental policies and procedures.
  • Three (3) years’ experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • One (1) year experience presenting training materials and facilitating meetings.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the ability to travel.
  • Requires a valid Driver's license.

*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm  
Work Location:
525 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702-5056  
Agency Contact: 
DPH.HRRecruiter@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

 

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

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State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

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