02/03/2026
Public Health Nurse
Starting Pay: $26.00/hr
The Crawford County Health Department is seeking Public Health Nurses (full-time, part-time, or PRN) responsible for comprehensive public health nursing services that promote the health and well-being of Crawford County residents.
Professional experience with children, immunization administration, phlebotomy, and WIC Program preferred.
Position Description:
Essential functions of this position are as follows:
Administers the following duties:
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
Family Case Management
Immunizations (Infant, Childhood and Adult)
TB screenings
Lead Poisoning Prevention
Cardiovascular monitoring
Specimen collection (urine, blood, buccal swabs, nasal swabs)
Collects data
Develops and implements an individual plan of care for each client based on assessment and nutritional need
Refers clients to appropriate programs as needed
Investigation and reporting of infectious diseases
Attends meetings and conferences as directed
Maintain confidentiality of all client records
Perform other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications:
Current Illinois Registered Nurse License;
Current CPR certification;
Certified Lactation Counselor preferred, but not required;
Computer skills;
Requires demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with clients, other providers, and the community;
Requires the ability to interact with administration, boards, public, and staff in friendly, cooperative, confidential and professional manner at all times.
Physical Requirements:
Frequently operate computer and other medical office equipment
Operate medical examination equipment
Potential exposure to infectious disease present at all times
Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
Occasionally standing for long periods of time
CCHD Offers:
IMRF Pension | Paid Vacation | Paid Holidays | Paid Sick | Paid Personal Days | Health Insurance | Dental Insurance
Send Resume and Cover Letter to:
Mikayla Maynard, Administrator
Crawford County Health Department
202 N. Christopher Blvd.
Robinson, IL 62454
Please respond by February 24, 2026
EOE
