Public Health LPN: Immunizations & Community Care

Adamscountyil; Illinois; On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams County Health Department is seeking a Public Health Nurse within the Nursing Division to support immunization services and general public health nursing duties. The role includes cross-training staff, maintaining confidentiality, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and mandated reporting.

Primary immunization responsibilities include public education, vaccine administration per standing orders, TB testing, and documentation.

Qualifications

• LPN license required in Illinois
• Associate’s degree required
• Knowledge of Incident Command System (ICS) may be obtained with employment

Responsibilities

• Cross-train nursing staff to fill any licensed-nurse role during shortages, high demand, or emergencies
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Comply with HIPAA, mandated reporting, and all applicable laws
• Attend mandatory in-services and trainings for the Adams County Health Department
• Immunization duties: educate the public, administer vaccines per standing orders, perform TB tests and readings
• Lab duties: review test orders, draw blood via venipuncture/capillary methods, communicate tests to patients

Skills

Rapport building

Prioritization

Assessment

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Outlook

Excel

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse

Associate’s degree

Knowledge of ICS (ICS)

Job description

Adams County Health Department is seeking a Public Health Nurse within the Nursing Division to support immunization services and general public health nursing duties. The role includes cross-training staff, maintaining confidentiality, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and mandated reporting.

Primary immunization responsibilities include public education, vaccine administration per standing orders, TB testing, and documentation.