Infection Prevention/Control Nurse (46968)
Infection Prevention/Control Nurse (46968)
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$ 7172 - 9752
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:46968
Opening Date: 05/12/2025
Closing Date: 05/23/2025
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:HEALTH FACIL SURVEILLANCE NURSE 18150
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Eff 7/1/25) $7172 $9752/month ($86064 $117024/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC023
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
While not requireda Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable titles that require specific coursework professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in theAdditional Documentssection of yourapplication. Failure to upload requested transcripts license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire an Infection Prevention/Control Nurse. This position conducts complex random and targeted infection control related surveys to monitor hospitals compliance with Federal State and Accreditation guidelines; reviews qualitative/quantitative infection control data providing followup for problem areas identified; supports the Statewide Quality Control Nurse; assists in conducting surveys and reviewing policies and procedures to monitor conformance to Federal State and Accreditation guidelines in such areas as patient safety nursing and treatment; and provides consultation and expertise to hospital staff Department of Human Services (DHS) leadership and other stakeholders regarding such areas as infection control psychiatric and medical services nursing requirements and treatment services.
Essential Functions
- Serves as an Infection Prevention/Control Nurse.
- Supports the Statewide Quality Control Nurse.
- Serves as a consultant/expert advisor to DMH hospital staff DHS leadership and other stakeholders regarding such areas as infection control psychiatric and medical services nursing requirements and treatment services.
- Identifies areas in need of being reviewed or in need of having data collected.
- Works with quality and training staff to identify training and monitor needs in areas such as assessment and treatment treatment outcomes and the environment of care.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required that are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires (a) graduation from an approved nursing education program resulting in an associate or a diploma degree in nursing and three (3) years of professional nursing experience OR (b) a bachelors degree in nursing and two (2) years of professional nursing experience OR (c) a masters degree in nursing.
- Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to travel statewide in the performance of job duties.
- Requires the ability to obtain the Certification of Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) within two (2) years of employment.
- Requires the ability to utilize personal computers office equipment and basic computer skills.
- Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
* All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:8:30am 5:00pm Monday Friday; 1 hour unpaid lunch
Statewide Nursing
Work Location:901 E Southwind Rd Springfield IL
Division of Mental Health
Clinical Operations
Statewide Nursing
Posting Group:Health Services; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services supports programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity Equity Community Urgency Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health Life Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
1025 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal Sick & Vacation rates modified for 12hour & parttime work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program A supplemental retirement plan
Optional PreTax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI BillTraining/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
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State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of in the blue ribbon.
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If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job Aid
NonState employees: click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
