Sti Hiv Public Health Nurse Ii - (Hybrid) Public Health Dept.

Job Summary
The Public Health Nurse II (PHN II) works in a population-based practice setting in Clark County. The position emphasizes health promotion, prevention of health problems, and harm reduction strategies. Activities may be focused on the individual, the community, or the systems level, depending on how the issue may best be addressed. Public Health Nurses often work with people of diverse cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, and sexual orientations.
Organizational responsibilities include understanding and promoting the Public Health mission of the department; providing courteous, respectful, efficient customer service to all department clients; honoring diversity of all department employees and constituents; participating in department training; and striving for personal excellence in Public Health work. PHN IIs are to be knowledgeable about the Quad Council Coalition (QCC) of Public Health Nursing Organizations Competencies into their Public Health work.
Based on the epidemiology of the issue, the PHN II may assess, plan, implement and/or evaluate Public Health interventions. Daily activities may involve Public Health functions that include: assessment and assurance activities, participation in the policy formulation process, participation in community partnerships, health promotion, disease prevention and response, harm reduction practices and syringe services, immunizations, as well as STI and HIV counseling, testing and treatment. This is a represented union position that reports directly to the Program Manager of the STI HIV Prevention Program. This position will work an 8-hour schedule, Monday through Friday.
The Public Health Department values our community's diversity and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. Our department also encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
This position is represented by Local 335 Laborers' International Union of North America Health Care Division.
This position may have the option of a remote/hybrid work schedule possibility, however, the candidate selected must reside in OR or WA. No Exceptions.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing. The degree must have been conferred by an institution of higher education and have National Recognition of Accrediting Agencies by the U.S. Secretary of Education, and official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.
• Two to four years combination of experience to include clinical experience in a healthcare facility and infection prevention, epidemiology, or infectious disease surveillance experience.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Federal, State and Regional requirements.
• Strong background using science and data to make decisions and implement Public Health services.
• Experience should document knowledge, skills, and abilities required by the position.

New graduates will be considered if the candidate had a Public Health practicum that included experience in a Public Health setting. Current Washington State RN license and valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment to the position. Finalists for the position must submit to a criminal background check, as required by RCW 43.43.830.
The ideal candidate will have the following strengths:
Knowledge of:

• The impact of socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, mental or physical ability, religion, gender, and gender expression, gender identity on behavior, attitudes and values related to health.
• The role of cultural, social and behavioral factors in determining the delivery of Public Health services.
• The Quad Council Coalition (QCC) of Public Health Nursing Organizations Competencies and incorporation into Public Health work.
• Treatment and control of sexually transmitted diseases; principles of disease transmission.
• Harm Reduction Practices
• Washington State Nurse Practice Act
• Human anatomy and physiology
• Risk, causation, and behavior change models
• Interviewing and counseling techniques
• Local services and referral process
• Medical record documentation

Skills:

• Strong organizational and record keeping skills.
• Demonstrated skills in disease investigation and partner services.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Work in an environment with individuals who may have diverging opinions and viewpoints.
• Able to recognize and challenge discrimination and other myths in working across the department and throughout the county.
• Apply understanding and knowledge of cultural differences and similarities when working with diverse populations.
• Establish and maintain formal and informal relational networks to improve the health of individuals within the community and their access to services.
• Use communication models to communicate with individuals, families, and groups effectively and as a member of the interprofessional team(s) or interdisciplinary partnerships.
• Determine the health, literacy, and the health literacy of populations served to guide health promotion and disease prevention activities.
• Apply critical thinking and cultural awareness to all communication modes (i.e., verbal, non-verbal, written & electronic) with individuals, groups, and community partners

Ability to:

• Evaluate own knowledge, practice, and learning needs; accept feedback and take steps to improve as necessary.
• Deal courteously, tactfully, and cooperatively with clients, co-workers, and the public.
• Coordinate services with multiple providers and service organizations, and direct clients and partner(s) in self-help.
• Express ideas effectively both orally and in writing; accurately document in the record interventions and outcomes.
• Effectively use a personal computer, Microsoft Office software, email, and internet to accomplish job functions.
• Work in sensitive and stressful situations.
• In cases of emergency, respond to activation during working or non-working hours and participate in incident command system. Participate in ongoing training for emergency preparedness.
• Effectively and respectfully work with persons from diverse backgrounds including; age, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, socioeconomic status, physical characteristics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, health status, genetic predisposition, political belief, mental, or physical ability.
• Identify the role of cultural, social, and behavioral factors in determining the delivery of Public Health services.
• Recognize and address discrimination, stereotypes and stigmas in the work environment.
• Organize and prioritize multiple program functions and seek consultation or collaboration when appropriate; engage coping strategies to manage client load effectively.
• Practice within the scope of nursing licensure.
• Provide documentation of immune status to vaccine preventable diseases, and/or participate in the employee immunity program.
• If applicable, pass respiratory mask fit-testing and be able to wear standard department-issued masks.

Other Necessary Qualifications:

• Commitment to lifelong learning and practice development.
• Must be able to respond to Public Health emergencies or exercises at any time, except while on scheduled vacation or other leave. In addition, leaves may be cancelled under
  Public Health emergencies.
• Must protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in state and federal law.
• Must adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines, including but not limited to timely completion of mandatory trainings.
• Possess a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation.

Selection Process:
Resumes and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.
Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education
Examples of Duties
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct STI, HIV and hepatitis C investigation and control activities.
• Support the planning and implementation of STI control strategies, programmatic outreach activities and other special projects.
• Conduct outbreak assessment and response.
• Provide culturally competent clinical STI services with a specific focus on the LGBTQ+ population, youth, sex workers, and people who use substances, and may take place either in-person at the CCPH Harm Reduction Center (HRC) and/or through field outreach, as well as virtual telehealth visits.
• Provide culturally competent harm reduction counseling, substance use referrals, and clinical STI services with a specific focus on the LGBTQ+ population, youth, sex workers, and people who use substances. Services may take place either in-person at the CCPH Harm Reduction Center (HRC) and/or through field outreach, as well as virtual telehealth visits and may include nursing assessment, testing and treatment for specific STIs, HIV/Hep C testing and counseling, risk reduction education, vaccination, referrals for care and patient follow-up.
• Provide immunizations and other clinical services.
• Provide Refugee screening services.
• Plan, implement and evaluate community education programs on issues such as STI HIV prevention, sexual health, harm/risk reduction and overdose prevention best practices.
• Assure availability of safe effective vaccine in the community.
• Implement quality assurance programs for health services in the community.

Salary Grade
Local 335.11A
Salary Range
$35.29 - $50.55- per hour
Close Date
Open Until FilledRecruiter
Irene Catherine Chrest
Email:
Irene.Chrest@clark.wa.gov
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.
Employee Benefits and additional compensation
Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.
Retirement Information
All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.
For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/
If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.