Public Health Nurse- Dual Position:
Vaccine Program/School Health Program
FUNCTION
Lorain County Public Health is seeing to hire a Registered Nurse (RN) to function as a public health nurse. This is a duel position that has duties within both the Vaccine Program and the School Health Program. The RN will function within the scope of nursing under the direction of the Director of Community Health and the Vaccine Nursing Supervisor.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES – Vaccine Program
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES – School Health Program
PREFERRED QUALIFCATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with three (3) years of nursing experience preferred.
Must have clear oral and written communication skills, Spanish speaking preferred.
Must have competent computer skills and be able to work in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google suite (calendar, docs, sheets, Gmail, etc.) and other electronic medical documentation systems.
Must be able to perform duties in a fast-paced clinic setting, follow physician’s orders, and nursing care plans. Must be able to prioritize activities and needs, follow timelines and meet work deadlines.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a licensed Registered Nurse pursuant to Section 4723.13 of the Ohio Revised Code. Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license with ongoing proof of auto insurance and be able to travel with reliable transportation. Current CPR certification is required. Must have proof of and maintain up-to-date vaccinations for healthcare providers or be in the process of completing.
WORK SCHEDULE
This is a full-time (40 hours/5 days per week) position with usual hours M-F 8:00 am -4:30 pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND UNUSUAL WORK CONDITIONS: Must be able to wear PPE, including a face mask and face shield, when required. Be able to lift objects of weight up to forty (40) pounds. May encounter unsanitary working conditions. Requires travel.
COMPENSATION: $30.34 – 38.71/hr
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Public Employee’s Retirement System of Ohio. Paid vacation, personal leave, holidays, and sick leave. Family-friendly environment. Tuition reimbursement is available.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates may upload their resume and a letter of interest at https://employment.loraincountyhealth.com/ Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.