Public Health Nurse II

Salary : $27.45 - $45.28 Hourly

Location : Gaston County Public Health Department, NC

Job Type : Part-Time- 20 to 29 Hrs / Wk

Job Number : 522

Department : HEALTH

Opening Date : 12 / 30 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Exempt

Joining the team at Gaston County Government means being part of a community that is dedicated to improving the lives of its citizens. We are a dynamic organization that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment to service.

As an employee of Gaston County, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in your community every day. Whether you are working in public safety, social services, or administration, your contributions will help improve the lives of our residents and build a better future for our county.

Description

Gaston County Public Health is committed to protecting, promoting and preserving the health and well-being of all Gaston County residents.

Examples of Duties

The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered as essential for an employee to perform.

• Clinic Duties : Utilizes the Nursing Process to assess, interview, triage, educate and implement the plan of care. Examples : complete vital signs, interviews, and patient / family education. Administers immunizations per CDC guidelines and documents in NCIR. Provides comprehensive immunization services for individuals, families and the community. Delivers services through clinics, home visits, case management, mobile units, and community outreach programs.

Leadership : Act as Back-up to the Immunization Coordinator. Is able to run reports from NCIR, assists with correcting errors in NCIR, adheres to vaccine storage and handling requirements, receives and documents vaccine shipments, monitors inventory, coordinates seasonal vaccine clinics, mentors and serves as a resource for all staff and is able to work independently to ensure community needs are met as it relates to Immunizations.

Assigned Follow-Up : Nursing team members will be assigned specific tasks by Nursing Supervisor, Charge Nurse, or Immunization PHNIII to assure that contract addenda requirements and clinic specific needs are met. Examples : AED and Code Cart monitoring, Immunization refrigerator temperature monitoring, follow-up of missed appointments, contacting patients that are due for vaccines, and other miscellaneous tasks as needed.

Quality Assurance / Quality Improvement : Complete monthly audits and per agency schedule to assure compliance with standing orders and ACIP guidance. Discuss audit findings with members of the team as an educational and quality improvement opportunity.

Other Duties As Assigned : Attends all mandatory agency meetings and trainings; Assists the community and county schools trainings related to emergencies such as natural disasters or bio-terrorism events by delivering services in the field as needed. Participates in staffing emergency shelter, administering vaccinations to the community and providing nursing care to assure community safety.

Carryout Performance Management (PM) roles and responsibilities, including identifying and communicating performance improvement opportunities and adjusting performance and practice to achieve established PM goals.

Implement strategies aimed at achieving Health Equity, including but not limited to : attending trainings to better understand inequities, identifying and addressing barriers to health, serving on the Health Equity Team or its subcommittees, engaging in internal or external efforts to eliminate health disparities.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited school with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing which includes a public health rotation OR graduation from an accredited school of Nursing and one year of public health experience. A combination of experience and education will be considered.

For Associates Degree or Diploma in Nursing, one year of professional nursing experience required. Must possess a current RN license valid for practice in the state of North Carolina, a valid BCLS / CPR Certification, and a valid drivers license.

A copy of your RN license and CPR certification must be attached to your application. Failure to include these attachments may result in your application being rejected.

Additional Information

The applicant selected must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test prior to employment

At Gaston County, we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, job applicants, and members of the community we serve. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Gaston County will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Full-Time employees are eligible for the total compensation package which includes :

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans

Pension

401K (with 5% county contribution annually)

Professional Development Opportunities

Discounted YMCA Membership

Part-Time employees are eligible for certain benefits as a part of employment with Gaston County such as :

Professional Development Opportunities

Local Government Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Half-Time employees are not eligible for benefits.

To learn more details about the many benefits we provide view our

Overall, if you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, Gaston County is the place for you.

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

Are you currently licensed by the state of North Carolina as an RN?

Do you have a valid CPR Certification?

Do you have valid driver's license?

Have you attached a copy of your current RN License and CPR Certification as required?Failure to attach this documentation will result in your application being rejected.

Required Question

Salary : $27 - $45