Careers At The Greene County Health Department
Career Opportunities
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Open Positions:Â
Home Health R.N.
About us
Greene County Health Department includes a passionate workforce of community-minded & health-oriented staff.
About the role
We are seeking a full-time Home Health R.N. with clinical nursing knowledge, motivation, & strong communication skills.
Individuals shall have the independent skills to assess, plan & provide outstanding care to our patients. Works under the
supervision of the Home Health Manager.
Responsibilities
• Completes referrals with physicians’ orders & signatures. Channels referrals appropriately to the Home Health Manager
for assignment.
• Systematically performs the ongoing interdisciplinary patient assessment & identifies patient needs, including the need
for additional health or ancillary services, & admits patients for service when appropriate.
• Assesses family &home environment to identify areas needing change, which will enhance patient care & promote safety.
• Responsible for the coordination of the healthcare teams to plan for optimal patient care. Documented by writing clear,
concise, & accurate clinical notes, utilizing the problem-oriented medical record system promptly.
• Documents nursing care plan on a timely basis, makes changes as the patient’s condition warrants & evaluates plan every
month. Demonstrates ability to collaborate with the patient, family, & healthcare team members efficiently.
• Interprets the admission, discharge, & other policies of the Agency to the patient, physician, family, & other agencies as
necessary. Communicates necessary information to the Administrator and/or the Home Health Manager.
• Prepares home health aide assignments & written instructions.
• Provide skilled nursing care & assessment & services that are ordered by the physician according to the plan of care &
promptly revise the plan as necessary in consultation with the physician & other team members as appropriate.
• Provides patient & caregiver education & patient, caregiver, & family counseling.
• Evaluate & document home health aide utilization at least every fourteen (14) days for skilled care & monthly for Respite
care.
• Participate in quality improvement programs & assignments.
• Other duties as assigned by the Administrator or Home Health Manager.
Candidate requirements
• Requires knowledge, ethics, & practices related to home health & public health prevention efforts.
• Requires rotation with other nursing staff for the on-call system.
• Requires effective communication skills & unbiased healthcare ability.
• Requires the ability to work evenings & weekends on occasion.
• Requires the ability to perform written & oral communication detailing patient care.
• Requires R.N. Licensure, up-to-date immunization records, driver’s license, & car insurance.
Contact us to apply
If you’d like to apply for this position, please complete & submit an application to the health department or email a copy of your resume to GreeneHD@greenecountyhd.org. Position open until filled. Employer is open to part-time, per diem, and full-time applicants. Depending on preferred work status, benefits may include retirement under the Illinois Municipal
Retirement Fund, holidays, and a close-to-home career.
An equal opportunity employer
Home Health Manager
About us
Greene County Health Department is a passionate, community-focused organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Greene County residents through quality healthcare, prevention, education, and compassionate service.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Home Health Manager to oversee the daily operations of the Home Health Program. The Home Health Manager provides clinical leadership, supervision, regulatory oversight, and quality improvement while ensuring exceptional patient care and compliance with all applicable state, federal, and Medicare Conditions of Participation.
This position supervises Home Health nursing staff and works collaboratively with physicians, patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe, effective, patient-centered care.
Responsibilities
• Oversees the daily operations of the Home Health Program.
• Supervises, mentors, and evaluates Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Home Health Aides, and other assigned staff.
• Reviews referrals and physician orders to determine patient eligibility and appropriate staffing assignments.
• Ensures compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation, Illinois Department of Public Health regulations, agency policies, accreditation standards, and quality assurance requirements.
• Oversees development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized patient plans of care.
• Provides clinical consultation and support to nursing staff regarding patient care concerns and complex cases.
• Conducts chart audits to ensure complete, timely, and accurate documentation.
• Monitors productivity, patient outcomes, quality indicators, and program performance.
• Coordinates interdisciplinary case conferences and promotes communication among healthcare providers.
• Participates in budgeting, staffing, scheduling, and program planning.
• Oversees orientation, competency assessments, and continuing education for Home Health staff.
• Investigates patient concerns and assists with resolution of complaints.
• Participates in agency quality improvement initiatives and performance improvement projects.
• Serves in an on-call rotation as needed.
• Performs home visits as necessary to maintain clinical competency and meet patient care needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Administrator.
Candidate requirements
• Current Illinois Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum of three years of nursing experience, with at least one year of home health experience preferred. Supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare Home Health regulations and Conditions of Participation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and participate in an on-call rotation.
Contact us to apply
If you’d like to apply for this position, please complete & submit an application to the health department or email a copy of your resume to GreeneHD@greenecountyhd.org. Position open until filled. This is an opportunity to set and reset current processes, policies, practices and procedures. It is an opportunity to develop skills and work in a community you love. Depending on preferred work status, benefits may include retirement under the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, holidays, and a close-to-home career.
An equal opportunity employer
Home Health LPN
About us
Greene County Health Department is a passionate, community-focused organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Greene County residents through quality healthcare, prevention, education, and compassionate service.
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes under the direction of a Registered Nurse and the supervision of the Home Health Manager. The Home Health LPN assists in implementing individualized care plans while promoting patient independence, safety, and quality of life.
Responsibilities
• Provides skilled nursing care within the Illinois LPN scope of practice under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Carries out physician orders and interventions outlined in the patient’s plan of care.
• Observes, documents, and reports changes in patient condition to the supervising Registered Nurse and physician as appropriate.
• Performs treatments including wound care, medication administration, catheter care, and other skilled nursing procedures as assigned.
• Reinforces patient and caregiver education provided by the Registered Nurse.
• Maintains timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation.
• Assists with coordination of patient care and communication among healthcare providers.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
• Assists with quality improvement activities and compliance initiatives.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with HIPAA regulations.
• Participates in the agency’s on-call rotation as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Home Health Manager or Administrator.
Candidate requirements
• Current Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse license in good standing.
• Knowledge of home health nursing principles and patient-centered care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Ability to perform accurate clinical documentation.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and participate in an on-call rotation..
Contact us to apply
If you’d like to apply for this position, please complete & submit an application to the health department or email a copy of your resume to GreeneHD@greenecountyhd.org. Position open until filled we would consider flexible models of employment such as full time, part time, and per diem approaches. Depending on preferred work status, benefits may include retirement
under the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, holidays, and a close-to-home career.
An equal opportunity employer
