Nurse Manager

Position Title: Nurse Manager

Pay Grade: M-2

Division: As assigned

FSLA: Exempt

Union Status: Non‑union

With minimal direction and supervision, manages and directs the delivery of the assigned division, including supervision of assigned staff. Performs 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.

This position provides direct supervision to the assigned staff assigned to the services and programs under the management of this position.

The position is self‑directed with minimal guidance and supervision from the Director of the assigned division.

• Manages the delivery of integrated client‑specific programs and services.
• Provides ongoing supervision, training, guidance and performance evaluations to assigned staff.
• Serves as a liaison to state, regional and community agencies, groups and individuals.
• Participates in the development of new initiatives, grants and proposals.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of assigned services and programs.
• Monitors grant and/or subcontractor activities.
• Oversees St. Clair County employee health activities including but not limited to employee/dependent immunizations, tuberculosis screenings and follow‑up, and respiratory fit testing.
• 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.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of all current clinical nursing procedures.

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

• The ability to sit, flex, stand, reach, and bend.
• Physical strength to lift, carry, and transport materials/equipment equivalent to 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.
• 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 the 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.
• Position contingent upon continued grant funding.
• 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, which include Hepatitis B, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Td/Tdap (Tetanus/Diphtheria/ Pertussis), Varicella (chickenpox) and Meningococcal if over 65. Influenza and COVID vaccines are recommended and encouraged, but not required at this time and may be subject to change.