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Public Health Nurse

Montezuma County·Cortez, Colorado

$40 - $44/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 7 days ago
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About the role

The Public Health Nurse provides clinical services, including screenings and immunizations, while managing communicable disease investigations. They also conduct community outreach and support programs focused on maternal, child, and chronic disease health.

Public Health Nurse

Job Title

  • Public
  • Health
  • Nurse
  • Department:
  • Public
  • Health
  • Location:
  • Montezuma
  • County
  • Health
  • Department
  • Employment
  • Type:
  • Full-Time
  • Reports To: Public Health Director

Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Public Health Nurse to join our team. This role focuses on promoting community health, preventing disease, and providing outreach, education, and clinical services to individuals and families. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, effective problem solver, and committed to improving public health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver nursing services including assessments, screenings, immunizations, and health education.
  • Participate in communicable disease investigations, case management, and reporting.
  • Provide community outreach and home visits as needed.
  • Support public health programs such as maternal and child health, emergency preparedness, and chronic disease prevention.
  • Maintain accurate records, documentation, and compliance with public health regulations.
  • Collaborate with community partners, healthcare providers, and social service agencies.

Qualifications

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Colorado.
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
  • Experience in public health, community health, or related nursing field is highly desirable.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse community settings.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel for outreach activities.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement plan options
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development and training opportunities

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado and a valid driver's license. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and experience in public or community health are highly preferred.

  • bachelor degree
  • Documentation
  • Collaboration
  • Immunizations
  • Screenings
  • Nursing assessments
  • Case management
  • Home visits
  • Community outreach
  • Health education
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Chronic disease prevention
  • Communicable disease investigation

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$40 - $44/hr
Location
Cortez, Colorado
Posted
Jul 21, 2026
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Hiring organization

Montezuma County

Montezuma County is hiring in Cortez, Colorado. It operates in offentlige myndigheder. Headquarters: Cortez, Colorado. This opening is listed as full_time.

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IndustryOffentlige myndigheder
HQCortez, Colorado
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Market context

Colorado nursing roles favor experienced RNs

Colorado nursing roles like this often draw steady demand from home health and hospice settings, where employers look for RNs who can work independently and manage patient care in the field. These positions are competitive because a current Colorado RN license, prior nursing experience, reliable transportation, and familiarity with HCHB can all strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, driving documents, and home health or hospice experience before applying.

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