Full-Time Public Health Nurse 2

Allen County Public Health

Position Available
37.50 hours/week

Service Area: Nursing Services
Reports to: Director of Nursing
Salary: Pay Range 23 ($19.99/hour)

Under general supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Public Health nurse provides public health nursing services to individuals, families, and population groups. Identifies health problems, educates individuals about health issues, links individuals to needed personal health services to assure the provision of healthcare when otherwise unavailable.

Sample Job Responsibilities:

Provides general nursing services such as administration of immunizations, tuberculosis screening/follow-up, lead investigations, reproductive health and wellness assessments, birth control pills and emergency contraception dispensing as ordered; telephoning prescriptions/refills, care coordination and referrals, and educating and referring patients and families in order to support nursing services programs
Receives and investigates reports of communicable disease, instructs on and/or reinforces physician/nurse practitioner recommendations/orders to ensure patient compliance

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred and two (2) years of experience in a clinical/nursing role in public health or related agency preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
Valid and unrestricted State of Ohio license as a Registered Nurse.
Valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and proof of auto liability insurance coverage.

Working Conditions:

Occasional overtime, night or weekend hours may be required
Travel within and outside the district sometimes required

BENEFITS: Health insurance, paid holidays, vacation in the first year, public retirement system

Applicants interested in the position may submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources, Allen County Public Health, PO Box 1503, Lima, OH 45802 or jobs@allenhealthdept.org. Deadline for applications is Monday, February 10, 2020 or until the position is filled.

Allen County Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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