Governors State University Hiring for Nurse Advisor at Governors State University, IL, IL Full Time

Description

Governors State University is seeking to hire a Nurse Advisor to observe program practices, review and make recommendations about the program’s practices and written health policies to ensure health promotion and prevention of infection and injury. The consultation addresses physical, social-emotional, nutritional, and oral health, including the care and exclusion of ill children. The Nurse Advisor functions as a collaborative member of the Family Development Center and Early Head Start team to provide comprehensive services in accordance with all regulations and program requirements, including Head Start Performance Standards, DCFS Childcare Regulations, and National Association for the Education of Young Children accreditation standards.

Essential Responsibilities

80%

Visits the infant and toddler classrooms once per month, per DCFS licensing standards.

Visits Preschool classrooms at least two times a year and as needed and where infants and toddler/twos are in care the health consultant visits the program at least four times a year and as needed, per NAEYC standards.

Instructs childcare staff in the proper health care of infants, toddlers, and preschool children.

Completes required monitoring tools and summary of visits and reviews with the Health Services Director.

Collaborates with staff and management team in providing high quality comprehensive services.

When needed assists the Health Services Director with implementing systems to assure all children enrolled in FDC and Early Head Start programs receive full range of health, nutrition and dental services. Assists with area goals which are to be measured and reported monthly:

-Ninety-five percent (95%) of children will be up to date on all immunizations as required by Illinois law.- Ninety-five percent (95%) of Early Head Start children will be up to date on a schedule of well child visits according to the Illinois EPSDT.- Ninety percent (90%) of children enrolled in the Family Development Center (non EHS) programs will be up to date on Illinois EPSDT requirements.- One hundred percent (100%) of enrolled children and pregnant women will have health insurance. Children/women who do not have health insurance are assisted in obtaining insurance within 30 days of enrollment.- One hundred percent (100%) of children with treatable conditions will be identified and receive treatment within 90 days of identification.- Illnesses of children and adults working at the FOG will be tracked and analyzed for patterns and reportable conditions.- Ninety Five percent (95%) of enrolled children will have a medical and dental (age 24 months and above) home.- One hundred percent of enrolled pregnant women will receive all required components of the FDC Prenatal program.- One hundred percent of Early Head Start children will receive required sensory screenings within 45 calendar days of enrollment.- One hundred percent of children needing follow up treatment will receive said treatment.- One hundred percent of families that need assistance in receiving treatment for their children or finding any type of health, mental health or other health related services will receive referral and or information within five (5) business days.

Actively participates in management team by attending program-planning meetings, ensuring systems are in place for implementation of program activities when requested by the management team.

Maintains connections with health-related organizations in service area, as well as other community services and organizations.

Advocates for families; obtains and maintains service agreements; develops new partnerships to benefit Family Development Center and Early Head Start families.

15%

Tracks and assures that all staff are up to date on required physical exams and TB testing in the place of the Health Services Director, when needed.

Provides training or resources to staff to assure all stay within compliance and training never lapses in the areas of health and safety.

Assist in completing all required documentation and reports and submit in a timely manner. Adhere to all plans, policies and procedures of Governors State University, Family Development Center, DCFS, NAEYC, Early Head Start, ISBE.

5%

Proactive Leader – Works well without close supervision and demonstrates initiative.

Assists with questions and problems courteously and promptly.

Abide by program philosophies on parent involvement and parent participation.

Document all important communication with families.

Comply with regulatory health requirements, a pre-employment physical and lift test; proof of MMR and DTAP immunization and initial TB test, annual physical exam.

Attend all meetings as requested.

Attend trainings and complete coursework as required.

Attend all other related meetings and trainings as requested.

Hourly Range: $40.00 – $50.00. PART-TIME POSITION.(This is a non-unionized position. Wages start at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications).*The work schedule is once a month for a prearranged day between Monday through Friday for a total of two (2) to four (4) hours.*
Required and Preferred Qualifications

REQUIRED: COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS, WHICH INCLUDES THE EARNED DEGREE AND CONFERRED DATE MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION OF THIS POSITION (See “Special instructions to applicants” section below).

Minimum Qualifications

Licensed as a registered professional nurse in the State of Illinois (If an Illinois Resident is licensed as a professional nurse in a state other than Illinois, the applicant must meet the criteria established by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to obtain the proper licensure within five (5) months of the date of appointment).

Bachelor’s degree.

Two years of public health or specialized nursing experience.

EXAM TYPE: Credentials Assessment (YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO COME IN FOR THIS EXAM).For more details regarding this classification, visit: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/Detail.aspx?tblClassIndexID=2655.*PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR CURRENT LICENSE AND EACH UPDATED LICENSE TO YOUR APPLICATION. *

Preferred Qualifications
• Licensed physician, registered nurse, licensed practical nurse or licensed physician’s assistant with specific training in health consultation for early childhood programs, including infants and toddlers, to instruct child care staff in the proper health care of infants and toddlers.• Master’s Degree in Health Services or related field.• Experience working with Head Start Programs.• Successful job history with progressively increasing responsibility.

Supplemental Information

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENT:

For consideration, applicants are required to attach the following:
1: All College/University Transcripts.
2: Online Application – Must be fully completed, include all dates of employment, employment status (full-time or if part-time, include percentages), job duties and responsibilities (full details).
3: Cover Letter.
4: Resume.
5: A list of three Professional References (We will only contact your references if you are a finalist).

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
Illinois residency required within 180 days of the hire date.

CREDENTIAL ASSESSMENT EXAM DETAILS:
This vacancy involves a Credential Assessment Examination which consist of a review and rating of the applicants Education, Experience, Licenses, and other qualifications. Applicants are required to provide electronic documentation as listed above to verify that the minimum qualifications for this position has been met.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS:
Veterans may be eligible to receive additional points on a passing final examination score. To determine eligibility, submit one of the following documents to the Department of Human Resources:
1: Department of Defense – DD214 / DD215
2: National Guard – NGB22 Form
3: Discharge Orders
4: Reserves – DD256 Discharge Certificate

Note: Documentation must be received by the closing date of this posting.