Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner — Public Health Leader

Douglas-County,-Ne; Tuscola (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13-15 Paid Holidays

Vacation

3 days of Personal Time

Accrual of 1 sick day per month (roll-

Job summary

The Douglas County Health Department is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner to provide high‑level nursing care in an outpatient setting. This full‑time, 35‑hour week role works Monday through Thursday in a on‑site clinic, serving patients under state nursing regulations and collaborating with PCPs and other physicians.

The APRN will diagnose and manage patient care, educate patients and staff, participate in grants tracking, and engage in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Regular predictable attendance is required.
• On‑call for caseload during business hours; may expand to clinical on‑call programs.

Responsibilities

• Practices in accordance with state laws governing advanced practice nursing.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with members, facility staff, PCPs and collaborating physicians/providers.
• Prescribes appropriate diagnostics and interventions to avoid unnecessary transfers or admissions.
• Educates members and/or their representatives in disease processes and wellness.
• Provides counsel and education to facility staff.
• Participates in weekly case conferences and monthly staff meetings.
• Tracks and reports for grants this role supports.
• Continues education/journal club programs.
• Keeps current on medical and nursing research and attends professional meetings.

Education

Certified Nurse Practitioner License

Clinical setting experience

Job description

The Douglas County Health Department is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner to provide high‑level nursing care in an outpatient setting. This full‑time, 35‑hour week role works Monday through Thursday in a on‑site clinic, serving patients under state nursing regulations and collaborating with PCPs and other physicians.

The APRN will diagnose and manage patient care, educate patients and staff, participate in grants tracking, and engage in ongoing professional development.