Submitted By
Dr. Theresa Chapple-McGruder, Public Health Director
Reviewed By
Ahmad M. Zayyad, Deputy Village Manager / Interim Director of Development Customer Services
Agenda Item Title
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A Resolution Approving an Agreement for Public Health Nurse Services with Patrice Steurer, R.N., in an Amount Not to Exceed $90,000 for Fiscal Year 2024 and Authorizing Its Execution
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Overview
Overview
This position is required to perform communicable disease control activities as required of a certified local health department in Illinois, and to provide back-up for immunization clinics. This position also works with the Staff Nurse on other health-related activities, such as homebound visits, trainings, and information sessions with our local community partners.
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Recommendation
Recommendation
Adopt the Resolution in order for the Public Health Department to continue to function at the current level of service.
Background
This position is required to perform work required of a certified public health department as it relates to communicable diseases including HIV, STI, and Mpox. This position will also serve as a back-up to the immunization nurse at clinics to provide safe and effective care. Patrice Streurer is currently contracted with the Village through December 31, 2023 as a full-time contractor and has been contracted with the Village of Oak Park since October 2020.
Fiscal Impact
The services provided under this agreement are budgeted in the recommended FY 2024 Budget in account # 1001-44550-613-530667 (Public Health- Community Health/Nursing, External Support). Even though this position is fully funded by the General Fund, the Health Department continues to look for grant money to supplement this work.
DEI Impact
This will allow the Village to continue provide services such as STI, HIV, Mpox and other communicable disease surveillance and education. These services are offered to all residents of Oak Park, including those who are under...
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