RN BSN or Public Health Nurse 25-00096

Position:

Public Health Nurse

RN BSN candidates with public health coursework are encouraged to apply. Training provided for PHN certification.

Program:

Children's Home Visit Program

Location:

Mariposa, CA

Are you a passionate public health professional seeking an opportunity to make a lasting impact? Join our client’s dynamic team and support their Children’s Home Visit Program in beautiful Mariposa, California. Nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Mariposa County offers stunning landscapes, outdoor recreational activities, and a welcoming, close-knit community - the perfect setting to advance your career and enjoy an exceptional quality of life.

Position Overview:

We are looking for compassionate Public Health Nurses to provide essential public health services to individuals and the community. The successful candidate will support our client’s Children's Home Visit Program, delivering clinical care, home visits, counseling, and public health education. If you’re an RN BSN candidate with public health coursework, we encourage you to apply - our client offers training for PHN certification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive public health nursing services, including clinical care, home visits, counseling, and public health education.
• Support the development, maintenance, and staffing of various health programs such as maternal-child health, immunization, child lead poisoning prevention, and mental health.
• Assist in developing and evaluating program policies, procedures, and effectiveness, and refer clients to other services as needed.
• Participate in epidemiological investigations to identify risks and implement disease prevention measures in the community.
• Collaborate with community groups, physicians, and public health administrators to promote health and wellness initiatives.
• Lead and coordinate special programs and projects, handling citizen and client requests, and facilitating collaboration with other departments.
• Perform essential administrative tasks, including preparing reports, correspondence, and meeting documentation.
  
  

Public Health Nurse I:

• Provide a full range of public health nursing services, including fieldwork and counseling, to prevent and manage disease and promote healthy lifestyles.
  
  

Public Health Nurse II:

• Perform duties with minimal supervision, may act as a lead, and assist in staff training and development.
• Take on more advanced responsibilities such as program management, policy development, and specialized public health program administration.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Two years of experience as a Public Health Nurse with increasing administrative responsibilities. A Master’s degree in nursing or public health can substitute for one year of required experience.
• RN BSN candidates with public health coursework are encouraged to apply - training for PHN certification is provided.
• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
• Current, valid Registered Nurse license in California.
• Current, valid Public Health Nurse certificate (required within one year for Public Health Nurse I if not already certified).
• Valid Health Care Provider CPR certification.
• Valid California driver’s license.
  
  

Additional Information:

• Full-Time, Benefited Position
• Direct Placement
  
  

Join a team that is committed to making a positive impact on public health in a community-driven environment. If you're looking for a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and a balanced lifestyle, apply now to be part of this incredible opportunity in Mariposa, CA!

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