What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Nurse position at Minnesota Merit System?
Classification Summary
As an independently licensed position operating under limited administrative supervision of the unit supervisor, perform professional public health nurse duties to ensure the proper administration and coordination of established public health programs per state statute, regulations, and guidance. Collaborate closely with local, regional, state, and Tribal health systems, governmental systems, and other agencies to develop interdependent programs. Provide a full range of public health nursing, case management, public health education, and health promotion within the six areas of Public Health (PH) Responsibility per MN State Statute 145A: assure an adequate local PH infrastructure; promote healthy communities and healthy behaviors; prevent the spread of communicable disease; protect against environmental health hazards; prepare for and respond to emergencies; and assure health services through community health services to individuals, families and the community.
Why join Carlton County? The Public Health & Human Services department is committed to providing a welcoming environment. We offer:
- 41 hours personal paid time off and 12 paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling and opportunity for part-time remote work
- Comprehensive insurance including medical, dental, vision
- Advancement/professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee well-being valued and culture of self-care
- PERA pension plan
- Limited evening and weekend hours may be worked for some positions.
- The Minnesota Rural Public Health Nurse Loan Forgiveness program may be applied for if meet criteria(competitive) https://www.health.state.mn.us/facilities/ruralhealth/funding/loans/publichealth.html
HEALTHCARE BENEFITS:
Family Health Insurance - Monthly Premium of $320.16
Single Health Insurance - Paid in Full by Employer
**HEALTH INSURANCE DEDUCTIBLES COVERED IN FULL WITH A VEBA ACCOUNT FUNDED BY EMPLOYER
For information on how to apply, see Examination Process section below.
Examples of Duties
- Assesses client's needs and the level of service required and coordinates service providers.
- Provides direct skilled nursing service to clients as recommended by physician.
- Uncovers health problems through observation, interviews and analysis of records and initiates appropriate action.
- Teaches the client basic principles of healthful living applying information from related fields such as nutrition, dental hygiene, safety, etc.
- Teaches and supervises family members and auxiliary nursing personnel proper nursing and physical therapy care of the client as directed by physicians.
- Communicates/consults with the physician, nursing team, home health aides, social worker, and other involved caregivers to coordinate health care plans to meet client needs.
- Performs diagnostic tests as authorized and interprets the findings to client and/or families.
- Instructs caregivers to recognize early signs of disease and deviations from normal health patterns.
- Assists client in obtaining medical supplies and establishes appropriate client service fees.
- Maintains case file documentation.
- Provides school health services to assigned schools.
- Provides input in program planning, the development of agency goals and the evaluation of the agency's programs and policies.
- Participates on pre-admission screening teams, community child protection teams, etc.
- Encourages community development by initiating or participating in action to address specific community needs.
- Represents the Public Health Department by addressing various public and private organizations, community groups, and members of the general public concerning policies, programs, responsibilities and activities to inform and elicit community support.
- May be assigned to work in specific public health program areas, such as WIC, MCH, EPS, etc.
- Provide in-service education to personal care attendants, home health aides, and housekeeping personnel.
- May supervise and evaluate personal care attendants, home health aides, and housekeepers.
Minimum Qualifications
Minnesota Merit System Minimum Qualifications
Public Health Nurse: Certification as a Public Health Nurse in Minnesota and current licensure as a registered nurse in Minnesota.
Carlton County Preferred Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited baccalaureate degree nursing program with public health nursing preparation.
Experience: One year of home and community-based or public health nursing preferred, or proof of applicable experience in a similar setting.
Certificates/Licenses Required: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and a certification as a Public Health Nurse in the State of Minnesota. Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required. Strongly recommended all WIC certifiers be a Certified Lactation Specialist or be able to obtain certification within six (6) months of employment.
Examination Process
The examination will consist of a rating of training and experience based on the information you provide in your application and your responses to the supplemental questions included in the application process. You must read the questions carefully, answer truthfully, and include any experience claimed in your answers to the supplemental questions in the "work experience" section of your application. Any experience claimed in your answers to the supplemental questions but not included in the Work Experience section of you application will not be credited. You will be asked to verify your degree with official transcripts upon hire.
Once your application has been submitted changes cannot be made. If you have a change in location availability or your contact information changes please email dhs.merit.system@state.mn.us with the new information and include your applicant ID.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you are certified as a Public Health Nurse in Minnesota and possess current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota, submit an application at this link: 558-OC - Public Health Nurse
An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
Salary : $320
