Public Health Nurse - Bottineau Office

FIRST DISTRICT HEALTH UNIT

All applicants must fill out the First District Health Unit application at www.fdhu.org and submit it along with a resume and at least three references. Applications accepted through January 20, 2025, or until the position is filled.

Job Summary: Work to improve the health and safety of entire communities of people, educating them on health issues and increasing access to care. Assess public health needs of the community; coordinate and implement public health programs; and collaborate with community partners to maximize resources.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Coordinate all aspects of immunization program in the county.
• -Administer vaccines and educate clients/guardians on required and recommended vaccinations, precautions, contraindications, and possible adverse reactions.
• -Have a working knowledge of recommended child/adult immunization schedules and catch-up immunization schedules.
• -Answer questions in a professional and respectful manner.
• -Promote adherence to the CDC vaccination schedule.
• -Manage vaccine inventory including ordering, monitoring, rotating, and removing expired supplies. Ensure timely and accurate documentation.
• -Facilitate vaccination reminder/recalls.
• -Ensure proper transfer of vaccines when applicable including documentation.
• Provide nursing services in the office such as: blood pressure screenings, senior education, head lice checks, fluoride varnish, orthodontic screening and other services.
• Implement High Priority Infant program involving clinic or home visits to provide guidance to families of infants during first year of life.
• Educate the public to help reduce injuries and deaths.
• Provide health education to schools as requested. Train school personnel as needed.
• Conduct vision screenings with targeted students.
• Provide tuberculosis treatment, follow up and case management.
• Engage in health promotion activities such as tobacco, alcohol and opioid prevention strategies.
• Educate the community on the importance of preventing chronic infectious diseases.
• Participate in community coalitions and organizations as needed.
• Participate in ongoing trainings and professional development to stay current with best practices and emerging trends regarding immunizations and public health issues.
• Collect fees for services.
• Oversee Administrative Assistant
• Complete required clinical and billing documentation accurately and timely in the electronic medical records.
• Submit end-of-month documentation as well as quarterly reporting data.
• Provide community with information on environmental health services and proctor food safety tests.
• Assist non-English-speaking clients by overcoming barriers to healthcare access, utilizing interpreters when necessary.
• Assists with ordering emergency first aid and nursing supplies, and maintaining inventory.
• Verify oxygen tank levels and order refills as needed.
• Verify refrigerator and freezer temperatures.
• Assist in emergency planning and disaster response as needed.
• Mentor and precept nursing students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to recognize the needs and concerns of people and to maintain constructive relationships in dealing with them.
• Knowledge of the growth and development of infants, children and adolescents.
• Excellent physical assessment skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues in a mature, confidential manner with integrity and tact.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and make nursing care decisions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and follow HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to use electronic health record, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Working knowledge of community organizations that provide assistance to members of their community.

Requirements:

• Current, unencumbered North Dakota Registered Nurse license. BSN preferred but not required.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience.
• Must be eligible for Professional Liability Insurance.
• Must be certified in CPR.
• Must have a current driver’s license.
• Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel within the county and neighboring counties.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours if needed.
• Must provide current immunization record prior to employment.
• Must have ACIP vaccines recommended for healthcare workers within 6 months of employment, including annual influenza vaccinations.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and walking.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds at a time with or without assistance.
• Be able to pack, haul and transport supplies.
• Ability to read small print.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,703.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• RN license (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $53,703