Public Health Nurse

DISTRICT HEALTH DEPARTMENT NO. 2 JOB POSTING

Job Classification: One (1) - Full-time Public Health Nurse

Base Site: TBD (Harrisville, Tawas, Mio, or West Branch)

Grade: 8A Non-Exempt

Rate of Pay: $25.79/Hour

Full benefits package including MERS retirement, health insurance, and paid days off.

District Health Department No. 2 is a dedicated and passionate team that provides leadership in promoting environmental and personal health through health promotion, disease detection, disease prevention, education, and regulation. Our vision is to create a healthier community and environment for all.

· Under the supervision of the Community Health Director, participates in public health nurse service delivery in a variety of public health programs. The specific programs will change based on the needs of the department. Currently those programs are Children’s Special Health Care Services Case Management, Lead Poisoning Prevention, Maternal Infant Health, Immunizations, Family Planning, HIV Prevention, Syringe services, STI, WIC and Communicable Disease surveillance and prevention, and/or any other programs and duties assigned. Travel Required.

· Participates in the operation of health clinics and home visitation. Administers immunization and injectable medications; dispenses family planning information; performs blood pressure screenings; makes appropriate referrals; assesses various test and screening results such as urine analysis, hematology and correlates them with health history, physical inspection and physical assessment, communicable disease case investigation and referral for other services.

· Fidelity to State accreditation minimum program requirements.

· Provides teaching, support and referrals to clients and families relative to nutrition, health care, medication, pregnancy, communicable diseases, and other subjects as needed by the client.

· Maintains patient records and patient information per protocol and adhering to HIPAA and confidentiality policies.

· Prepares program activity reports, and review for continuous quality improvement strategies with multi-disciplinary team.

· Other duties as assigned.

This list may not be inclusive of the total scope of job functions to be performed. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or modified at any time. Job duties must be performed ethically and confidentially.

· Possession of RN License or bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.

· Extensive experience in providing services to children ages 0-5 (beginning at birth) and their parents.

· Experience in working with culturally diverse communities and families; and the ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate.

· Clinical experience preferred.

· Knowledge of community resources/services necessary.

· Must be flexible and able to manage a variety of settings and programs that quickly change.

· Successful completion of CPR training and certification is a condition of continued employment.

· Initial/annual training pertaining to MI-OSHA’s Blood Borne Pathogen Standard is a condition of continued employment.

· Availability of personal transportation and driver’s license.

· Computer proficient.

Conditions of Employment

A background check is required initially and may be conducted periodically for an individual hired, transferred, reclassified, promoted, or currently working in this job. Continued employment in this job is contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include but is not limited to confirmation of a persons’ identity; review of criminal conviction records; verification of educational degree, license, or certificate required for the position; review of Department of Motor Vehicles records; and/or drug and alcohol testing as required and allowable by law.

The qualifications listed are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job posting.

Applications are available at District Health Department No. 2 offices and on our website at . Submit application/resume to District Health Department No. 2, 630 Progress, West Branch, MI, 48661 or e-mail your application and resume to dlaird@dhd.org. This position will be posted until filled with first review being February 27, 2025.

District Health Department No. 2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.79 per hour

Expected hours: 37 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Public Health

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26