Wayne County·Wayne, Michigan
Perform professional nursing duties to promote and protect the health of communities and underserved populations. Responsibilities include assessing health needs, controlling diseases, and managing programs such as immunizations and maternal child health.
Under the general supervision of a Public Health Nurse supervisor, the Public Health Nurse 1 [https://pf.payfactors.com/client/job-description-management/job-descriptions/1071917?jwt=eyJhbGciOiJIUzUxMiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpYXQiOjE1MzgwNzU0ODM4ODk4NDUsInR5cGUiOjEsImNvbnRleHQiOnsiQ29tcGFueUlkIjoxNzgzfX0.QiC4tPxHmkg4czYUoyZZDNu8GRXJrFKPBi26Y6Rp4TPXRYBlkhF9sGlKONJ6tX1LSH5AVOM_7kLn3DQmKadysQ&viewName=Public] performs various professional nursing duties aimed at promoting and protecting the health of communities and populations. The PHN 1 works within a variety of health and community settings to assess health needs, prevent and control disease, provide clinical care and case management, develop programs, policies, and partnerships to improve health outcomes, provide health education and support to individuals and groups, and ensuring access to healthcare services especially for underserved populations. The PHN 1 may work in a variety of programs across the Public Health and Clinical Care Services Division as part of the Department of Health, Human, and Veterans Services. This includes, but is not limited to Communicable Disease, Immunizations, Sexually Transmitted Infections/HIV, lead, maternal child health, and health promotion programs.
The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families.
Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities.
Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.
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Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and a valid Registered Professional Nurse license from the Michigan Board of Nursing. Candidates must also possess a valid Michigan driver's license and a Basic Life Support Card.
Market context
Public health nurse roles in Michigan are often tied to local health departments, community outreach, and preventive care, so demand tends to track public health staffing needs and service coverage. These roles are competitive because employers typically want a BSN, an active Michigan RN license, a valid Michigan driver’s license, and Basic Life Support certification. Before applying, confirm your license and BLS are current and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time compared with reading the full original posting.