Public Health Nurse (RN/LPN)

Dickinson County Health Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate nurse looking to make a difference in public health. Are you looking for a nursing job that is rewarding and that is Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm? We encourage you join our team today! To apply at go to: www.dkcoks.gov

We offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as:
- Health insurance coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off and holidays

This professional nursing role manages the coordination of nutrition services within the WIC program and supervises its staff. Strong communication skills are essential, as there will be close collaboration with KDHE staff for program implementation. Additional responsibilities may include public health duties such as immunizations, immunotherapy, child and adult health nursing initiatives, communicable disease investigations, elevated blood lead investigations, organizing community baby showers, and other tasks as assigned by the health department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with all countywide and departmental policies and procedures.
• Strong oral communications skills required to perform routine administrative duties such as responding to inquiries from telephone or visitors.
• Implement policies and procedures of the State WIC program necessary to provide services to eligible county residents at the health department and at the satellite clinic.
• Provide technical assistance and direction to WIC staff.
• Oversee the scheduling of new certification and subsequent certification appointments.
• Provide nutritional and health assessment of clients with appropriate education and referral, including substance abuse and breast feeding.
• Coordinate client referral for dietician and assist with appropriate education plans.
• Perform related nursing skills including physical measurements and hemoglobin for WIC clients.
• Document client information into the KWIC computer system.
• Report and summarize progress and activities at regular intervals, prepare periodic and special reports.
• Assist with budget planning for WIC services.
• Maintain equipment and submit order of supplies used in the WIC clinic area.
• Establish relationship with other community agencies and professionals for referrals.
• Coordinate WIC nutrition services into other services, such as immunization programs.
• Review current literature to update knowledge on topics pertinent to job.
• Monitor clients whom are receiving tuberculosis medication, provide appropriate follow up and education when needed.
• Maintain client records according to state pharmaceutical regulations.
• Refer children for further evaluation and/or treatment when necessary.
• Provide immunizations, immunotherapy, b/p checks, weight checks, TB skin testing, TB reads, and head lice checks as needed.
• Other related duties as deemed necessary or as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of nursing practices.
• Ability to provide skilled nursing care based on scientific principles, basic behavioral concepts, and intelligent professional judgment.
• Ability to exercise tact, initiative, and good judgment in dealing with people.
• Maintains confidentiality of all records according to HIPPA standards.
• Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong supervisory, management and organizational skills are necessary.
• Keyboarding and knowledge of computer programs.
• Decision making skills needed as it relates to medical and nursing referrals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
• Proper knowledge of grammar and spelling.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using the English language.
• Skills in organization, mathematical processes, time management and a high degree of computer proficiency.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact well with others.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to make independent decisions, use good judgment, accept results and receive constructive feedback in an appropriate positive manner.
• Able and willing to work with others toward achieving common goals. Demonstrate understanding of the importance of teamwork. Display positive attitude and support county policies and communicate properly.
• Demonstrate initiative in execution of work, comprehend instructions without close supervision and volunteers to assist others, produces the expected volume of work.
• Execute work thoroughly, accurately and in an organized manner.
• Accept responsibility and complete work assignments on schedule, without undue delays and within other established parameters.
• Maintain acceptable attendance and arrives and leaves at the prescribed times.
• Dress and groom appropriately for the job.
• Keep work area neat and orderly.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A thorough knowledge of nursing assessment and clinical skills is required. The ability to operate medical and office equipment is necessary. Excellent written and oral communication skills are also required. This employee must be able to maintain confidentiality.

EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION

One to three years of similar or related experience is required. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well within one year of employment.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Kansas or have a temporary permit to practice issued by the Kansas State Board of Nursing.

Valid Kansas Driver’s License

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,032.00 - $81,967.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Clinic

Work Location: In person

Salary : $58,032 - $81,967