Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Clinic Nurse - Quincy (2703)
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Quincy, Illinois, United States, 62305
Salary:
$27.16 - $29.88 Hourly Location :
Quincy, IL Job Type:
Civil Service Job Number:
2401367A Department:
Family and Community Medicine/Quincy-SMS Division:
N/A Opening Date:
09/12/2025 Closing Date:
9/29/2025 2:00 PM Central FLSA:
Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit:
Non-Represented Shift:
Days ExemptorNon_Exempt:
Non-Exempt SMS/SWS#:
SMS.CS.N11844.001
Description This position provides direct nursing care and support to the patients of SIU Center for Family Medicine- Quincy. The majority of time is spent providing walk in patient assistance and patient assistance via the telephone and electronic health record (EHR). This position will assist with the triage process, test result entry, prescription refill requests, scheduling and facilitating patient appointments, and assist in the clinic if necessary. This position must work closely with faculty, residents, staff and patients to ensure an efficient operation. This position will assist in leading and directing the other staff members answering incoming calls.
Examples of Duties
Triage Responsibilities
60%
Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates the need for the patient to see or speak with the physician or to other members of the health care team. Handles patient telephone calls for triage and medical advice for the clinic, assessing needs and urgency of needs and implementing a proper plan of action under physician protocols/direction and/or nursing body of knowledge. Makes judgment decisions regarding the necessity of same-day visits and coordinates the addition of these visits into the provider or nurse schedules. Utilizes scheduling software to schedule appointments. Handles prescription refills or other non-urgent telephone calls and updates/documents actions in the medical record. Provides health care information to patient/families for treatment of acute and/or episodic minor illness according to protocols. Provides diagnostic results to patients after provider review. Utilizes the EHR to document all calls, conversations and advice to patients to enhance communication with providers regarding patient care.
Nursing Responsibilities
30%
Assists providers in direct patient care. Assist nursing staff and providers by: Recording vital signs, assisting with exams, documenting care, preparing equipment, performing tests, treatment and screenings, assists with minor surgery, sterilizes instruments, administers medication ordered by physicians, and collects specimens when needed. Enter testing results and provide RX refill requests. Provides nursing care to patients requiring nursing judgment and specialized nursing skills. Assist and triage walk in patient visits. Administers and records prescribed medications and immunizations by IM, subq. Intradermal, and by mouth; refill prescriptions under physician order and following policy as needed.
Teaching/Training
10%
Assists in training and coordination of duties to the Care Coordination, lab and reception. Teaches residents to function efficiently in the ambulatory setting, including appropriate use of multidisciplinary team approach to care and community resources.
Qualifications
CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER
Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois.
Supplemental Information If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education,
patient care,
research and service to the community.
The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL. This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act."
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.
Pre-employment background screenings required. Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service
Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill
Health, Dental, and Life insurance
Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.
Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.
Long-term Disability Insurance
Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars
Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).
Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement
Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees
Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times
For more information please visit
$27.16 - $29.88 Hourly Location :
Quincy, IL Job Type:
Civil Service Job Number:
2401367A Department:
Family and Community Medicine/Quincy-SMS Division:
N/A Opening Date:
09/12/2025 Closing Date:
9/29/2025 2:00 PM Central FLSA:
Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit:
Non-Represented Shift:
Days ExemptorNon_Exempt:
Non-Exempt SMS/SWS#:
SMS.CS.N11844.001
Description This position provides direct nursing care and support to the patients of SIU Center for Family Medicine- Quincy. The majority of time is spent providing walk in patient assistance and patient assistance via the telephone and electronic health record (EHR). This position will assist with the triage process, test result entry, prescription refill requests, scheduling and facilitating patient appointments, and assist in the clinic if necessary. This position must work closely with faculty, residents, staff and patients to ensure an efficient operation. This position will assist in leading and directing the other staff members answering incoming calls.
Examples of Duties
Triage Responsibilities
60%
Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates the need for the patient to see or speak with the physician or to other members of the health care team. Handles patient telephone calls for triage and medical advice for the clinic, assessing needs and urgency of needs and implementing a proper plan of action under physician protocols/direction and/or nursing body of knowledge. Makes judgment decisions regarding the necessity of same-day visits and coordinates the addition of these visits into the provider or nurse schedules. Utilizes scheduling software to schedule appointments. Handles prescription refills or other non-urgent telephone calls and updates/documents actions in the medical record. Provides health care information to patient/families for treatment of acute and/or episodic minor illness according to protocols. Provides diagnostic results to patients after provider review. Utilizes the EHR to document all calls, conversations and advice to patients to enhance communication with providers regarding patient care.
Nursing Responsibilities
30%
Assists providers in direct patient care. Assist nursing staff and providers by: Recording vital signs, assisting with exams, documenting care, preparing equipment, performing tests, treatment and screenings, assists with minor surgery, sterilizes instruments, administers medication ordered by physicians, and collects specimens when needed. Enter testing results and provide RX refill requests. Provides nursing care to patients requiring nursing judgment and specialized nursing skills. Assist and triage walk in patient visits. Administers and records prescribed medications and immunizations by IM, subq. Intradermal, and by mouth; refill prescriptions under physician order and following policy as needed.
Teaching/Training
10%
Assists in training and coordination of duties to the Care Coordination, lab and reception. Teaches residents to function efficiently in the ambulatory setting, including appropriate use of multidisciplinary team approach to care and community resources.
Qualifications
CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER
Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois.
Supplemental Information If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education,
patient care,
research and service to the community.
The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL. This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act."
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.
Pre-employment background screenings required. Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service
Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill
Health, Dental, and Life insurance
Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.
Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.
Long-term Disability Insurance
Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars
Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).
Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement
Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees
Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times
For more information please visit