Public Health Nurse

Under direction, teaches, counsels, conducts epidemiological investigations, and provides Public Health nursing services in homes, clinics, and schools to individuals and families in the community for a Public Health agency; uses knowledge from nursing, social and Public Health sciences to promote and protect the health of populations through the performance of core Public Health functions and the delivery of essential Public Health services; does related work as required.

NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in Spanish and English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: Responds to health questions by individuals and/or families during home visits, in clinics or schools or, while giving health demonstrations and lectures to community groups to educate the public on preventive health measures. Visits homes of individuals and/or families in the community and gathers initial background information used to assess their health needs and problems to develop a health care plan. Interviews patients and/or families to evaluate health needs or environmental hazards in the homes. Evaluates effectiveness of a family care plan and nursing services provided. Implements actions to curtail the spread of communicable diseases by instructing high-risk individuals or groups in the proper control measures. Develops health care plans for resolving complex and/or multifaceted problems as part of a team of health care professionals. Conducts investigations of suspected disease outbreaks; visits suspected areas and interviews persons who have contracted the disease to compile information on symptoms and environmental factors. Measures patients' temperature, blood pressure, pulse, height, and weight to record the patients' vital signs and growth process. Administers hearing and vision tests to screen possible hearing and vision problems and refers these problems to the physician. Administers medication in homes and/or clinics as prescribed by the physician to implement and maintain the health care treatment plan. Observes patients' reactions to prescribed medication to manage the stable phase of chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and/or tuberculosis. Maintains medical records and files. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

*REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION* Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Public Health.

EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of experience in a Public Health field or, nursing experience gained while working under the close supervision of a licensed Public Health Nurse.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,394.00 - $88,255.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Infectious Disease
• Primary Care
• Public Health

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person