Public Health Nurse

Hiring Range

• $40.01- $47.07
• Full
• Pay
• Range: $78,323.02 - $117,495.25
• Job
• Summary: Performs responsible public health nursing duties following the nursing process of assessment, plan development, implementation, and evaluation activities aimed to improve the level of health across the county. Work is performed in an office, institution, community, home, school, or community-based setting. The eligible register developed from this posting may be used to fill future FT and PT vacancies within this classification ESSENTIAL DUTIES Performs independent nursing health assessments of individuals, families, and communities by evaluating their physical, mental, social, and environmental health status; provides nursing and community health intervention based on assessment of need and current community resources within the standards of the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act. Provides case management for clients by developing care plans, consulting with other health care providers, referring clients to other health care resources, participating in team meetings, coordinating health care services, and educating clients and families on methods of positive health maintenance; initiates and conducts interdisciplinary conferences. Provides leadership in projects related to the development, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of public health programs. Develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates interventions in order to meet grant and program objectives. Documents actions according to practice standards, policies, and procedures. Consults, informs, and educates different audiences via public speaking, social marketing, mass media campaigns, and the development of educational materials. Represents the department and the county both internally and externally in state, county, local communities, work groups, medical providers, and task forces in order to assure at-risk populations receive program services. Serves on internal and external work groups, task forces, and advisory committees. Recommends strategies to management for advocacy of public health programs and resources. Assigns tasks and gives daily work direction to Case Aides, Administrative Specialist, Retired Senior Worker, Community Health Workers/Specialists, and contracted Language worker in order to achieve a comprehensive team approach. Assists in evaluation of program outcomes including interpretations of reports to recommend on-going planning and establishment of intervention priorities. Proposes responses to identified needs using various methodologies. Recommends program changes to supervisor by researching health trends and community needs; by interpreting the results of data collection, identifying resources, and preparing reports and grant requests. Initiates contacts with potential grant sources and drafts recommended proposals for funding; manages grants by maintaining data related to activities and drafting periodic reports to grantors as required Performs public health emergency response functions as trained and assigned within the department's emergency response plan. Participates in and takes direction to conduct disease investigation, and activate appropriate control and prevention plans as assigned. Assists to identify the gaps in the quality and accessibility of health care service for Scott County residents and make recommendations to management and policy makers for change. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of human behavior, cultural diversities, and language barriers to ensure equitable service delivery. Works the days and hours necessary to perform all assigned responsibilities and tasks. Must be available (especially during regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with other employees, supervisors, customers, vendors, and any other person or organization with whom interaction is required to accomplish work and employer goals. Performs other related duties as required or assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Requires the equivalency of a license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) issued by the State of Minnesota and one year of experience. Must obtain certification as a Public Health Nurse (PHN) in the State of Minnesota by time of hire. Must obtain CPR certification within three months of hire. One must possess a valid driver's license and a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience as an RN or PHN is preferred. Strong preference given to bilingual (English/Spanish) applicants and those with family home visiting experience (Maternal Early Child Sustained Home Visiting Model (MECSH)). PH-Doc, MMIS, DHS programmatic training, Follow Along, MIIC, NIMS IS700, IS100, IS200, and blood borne pathogen experience/knowledge desirable SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The employee is under general supervision of a Public Health Supervisor and Public Health Director. Supervisor allows considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgment. Employee is autonomous in their practice with supervisor available for consultation when guidance is required. Work is reviewed through written reports and conferences. CORE COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES Customer Service - Delivers government services in a respectful, responsive, and solution-oriented manner. Communication - Is always clear about what we're doing and why we're doing it. Collaboration - Works with partners – communities, schools, faith groups, private business, and non-profit agencies – to see that services are not duplicated but rather are complimentary, aligned, and provided by the partners who can deliver the service most effectively. Stewardship - Works proactively to make investments, guided by resident input, which will transform lives, communities, and government. Empowerment - Works with individuals and families to affirm strengths, develop skills, restore hope, and promote self-reliance. Resiliency - Fosters public preparedness and responds when families and communities face health and safety emergencies. Innovation - Takes informed risks to deliver services more effectively and learns from successes and failures. Knowledge of nursing assessment skills in relation to health promotion, wellness, and prevention strategies. Knowledge of public health nursing theory and practices and of the methods and techniques used in all public health nursing programs (assessment, policy development, and assurance). Knowledge of the functions of other health, social services, and community agencies and their relationships to public health programs. Knowledge and understanding of human behavior, cultural diversities, and language barriers to ensure equitable service delivery. Knowledge of computers for documentation purposes. Ability to assess individual's and family's needs and to develop and implement interventions. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with public and private agencies, and with lay and professional persons, effective communication techniques. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to make independent decisions within community health nursing practice standards. Ability to direct and supervise the work of others and provide input for peer reviews. Ability to keep detailed records, adhere to documentation guidelines, and prepare reports. Ability to carry/transport public health nursing equipment. Ability to speak, present, and interact in public arenas with composure, professionalism, and discretion. Ability to use MS Office software and other state and local technologies for the performance of essential duties. Ability to use appropriate discretion in dealing with matters of a confidential nature. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS Typical characteristics of the regular, ongoing work environment of this position requires inside work, occurring both in an office and in the field within clients' places of residence, work, or other non-county location. The position is multi-task oriented and includes periods of stress when balancing the needs/demands of multiple clients. Incumbent may be exposed to various atmospheric conditions such as odors, dusts, pets, poor ventilation, fumes, etc. when working in clients' residences. Incumbent may be exposed to uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients. Some evening or weekend hours may be required.