Public Health Nurse

POSITION TITLE: Public Health Nurse

DEPARTMENT: Health Department

REPORTS TO: Director of Health
CLASSIFICATION: Hourly; Unaffiliated; Budgeted at 8 hours per week, with additional hours available based upon grant availability and funding

JOB SUMMARY:
The primary responsibility is to manage and implement the health promotion and disease prevention programs for the Town of Monroe.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Assists the Director of Health in organizing, scheduling, coordinating and implementing department Public Health programs

· Provides educational outreach and resources on various Public Health topics for the community through presentations, social media, and information booths as required.

· Conducts investigations and follow-up of communicable/reportable disease cases. Ensures proper referrals for the treatment of individuals to reduce the potential spread of disease into the community

· Coordinates and implements immunization program and provides immunizations as required

· Maintains records of reportable diseases and investigations, as required by state statutes and/or regulations

· Manages inventory of medical supplies and vaccines

· May assist in coordination of efforts among other staff, interns, volunteers and/or Town officials in the implementation of Public Health programs

· Maintains close communication with Monroe Public Schools nurses for the prevention and response to outbreaks of illness

· Works closely with other staff during the investigation of outbreaks of food borne illness and other diseases which may be caused by environmental factors

· Prepares reports and significant findings for the Director of Health, Connecticut Department of Public Health, and others as appropriate

· Works closely with the Director of Health for the management of grant deliverables and financial reporting for grant-supported programs

· Works with town employees, volunteers, and stakeholders on various special projects related to community and/or environmental health

· Available to respond to Public Health emergencies and participates in emergency preparedness training, drills, and exercises.

· Required to travel in the course of daily work and must possess a valid Connecticut driver’s license

· Required to keep abreast on current Public Health standards and practices

· Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

· Three years of experience as a licensed Registered Nurse, including one year of experience as a Public Health nurse/educator

· Must have a current, unencumbered Connecticut license as a Registered Nurse

· Four-year college degree in, Nursing, Public Health, Health Education or related field

· Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques applied infectious disease control and Public Health education

· Ability to prepare written reports containing findings, analysis, conclusions and corrective recommendations

· Experience and/or certifications in Public Health emergency preparedness planning and response is a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands and work environment described herein is representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. There is potential for exposure to hazards, including but not limited to, infectious diseases which would require the use of personal protective equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in office settings, as well as in the field, with the duties of the job requiring hand-eye coordination, sitting, standing, walking and lifting or moving up to 15 pounds. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Monroe, CT 06468: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person