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A Resolution Approving an Agreement for Public Health Nurse Services with Patrice Steurer, R.N., not to exceed $94,760 thru December 31, 2026, and Authorizing its Execution
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Introduction
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This Public Health Nurse 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 and other nursing needs. This position also works with the Staff Nurse on other health related activities, such as, offering trainings and information sessions with local community partners.
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Recommended Action
Staff recommend adopting the resolution.
Prior Board Action
The Board has previously adopted the following resolutions regarding an agreement with Patrice Steurer for Nursing Services:
* Adopted RES 24-348 on December 3, 2024
* Adopted RES 23-374 on December 4, 2023
* Adopted RES 23-197 on June 5, 2023
* Adopted RES 22-328 on December 5, 2022
* Adopted RES 22-186 on August 1, 2022
* Adopted RES 22-76 on April 4, 2022
* Adopted RES 21-193 on August 2, 2021
Background
This position is required to perform work required of a certified public health department as it relates to communicable diseases including HIV, STI, H5N1, and Mpox. This position will also serve as a backup to the immunization nurse at clinics to provide safe and effective care. Patrice Steurer has been contracted with the Village of Oak Park since October 2020.
Timing Considerations
There are no specific timing considerations associated with this item.
Financial Impact
The services provided under the Public Health Nurse Services Agreement are budgeted in the following general fund: 1001.44550.613.530667 (External Support). Even though this position is fully funded by the general fund, the Health Department continues to look for grant opportunities to supplement this work.
Operations Impact
The services provided by the Public Health Nursing Serv...
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