What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Nursing Supervisor position at Pima County?
Job Description Summary
Department - Health
Job Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5236 - Public Health Nursing Supervisor
Salary Grade: 16
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $73,189 - $87,827 Annually
Full Range: $73,189 - $102,465 Annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
The first review of applications will be on 12/30/2024.
The Health Department is seeking a Public Health Nursing Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of the public health clinic. This role involves directly supervising both licensed and unlicensed medical staff, ensuring proper staffing levels, and implementing best practices for patient care. The supervisor will also play a key role in staff orientation, training, and evaluation, as well as leading quality improvement and assurance initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery.
Responsibilities include maintaining clear and timely communication with department leadership, implementing new policies and protocols, and ensuring compliance with licensing regulations to guarantee the safe and continuous delivery of services to the community.
Essential Functions
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, licensed to practice in the state of AZ AND four years of experience working as a registered nurse INCLUDING proficiency performing phlebotomies.
Or
Three years with Pima County in a Public Health Registered Nurse position.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidates from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: All positions require possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Arizona. All positions require Basic life support (BLS) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CRP) certification. Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
Special Notice: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Department of Labor regulation CFR Part 1910.1030 requires notification that this category may have a high risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens. Hepatitis B vaccine will be provided. Some positions within this classification may require a current Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) Clearance Card in order to work with vulnerable adults and children at the time of application. The DPS Clearance Card may be required as a condition of continued employment. In positions requiring a DPS Clearance Card, failure to maintain a current DPS Clearance Card shall be grounds for termination.
Physical/Sensory Requirements
Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Frequently operations a computer and other office equipment in a clinic and office setting. Constantly observes details at close range. Frequently moves about inside an office and/or clinic setting. Frequently participates in external events within the community.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Department - Health
Job Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5236 - Public Health Nursing Supervisor
Salary Grade: 16
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $73,189 - $87,827 Annually
Full Range: $73,189 - $102,465 Annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
The first review of applications will be on 12/30/2024.
The Health Department is seeking a Public Health Nursing Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of the public health clinic. This role involves directly supervising both licensed and unlicensed medical staff, ensuring proper staffing levels, and implementing best practices for patient care. The supervisor will also play a key role in staff orientation, training, and evaluation, as well as leading quality improvement and assurance initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery.
Responsibilities include maintaining clear and timely communication with department leadership, implementing new policies and protocols, and ensuring compliance with licensing regulations to guarantee the safe and continuous delivery of services to the community.
Essential Functions
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
- Assists the nurse manager and division administration in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures;
- Acts as a preceptor for new nurses;
- Assures compliance with regulatory vaccine inventory, ordering, storage, and reporting and assists Nurse Manager/Vaccine Officer with quality audits;
- Ensures all nurses implement best practices in compliance with the outpatient treatment center licensing rules and Pima County Health Department (PCHD) policies and procedures;
- Participates in QA/QI activities to improve service delivery;
- Conducts performance appraisals and implements performance management strategies as needed;
- Maintains clear communication with the clinic nurse manager and Deputy Division Manager to include incident reporting, disciplinary issues, and changes in workflow or practices;
- Communicates in a timely manner any relevant PCHD updates or changes to guidelines for services to all nursing staff;
- Coordinates and participates in nursing outreach events and/or mobile outreach;
- Performs phlebotomies, trains staff, and assists in the lab when needed;
- Assists with recruitment of clinic staff;
- Participates in emergency preparedness activities and acts as a nursing lead for Incident Command (IC) when needed.
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, licensed to practice in the state of AZ AND four years of experience working as a registered nurse INCLUDING proficiency performing phlebotomies.
Or
Three years with Pima County in a Public Health Registered Nurse position.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
- Minimum one (1) year of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Minimum one (1) year experience working in a public or community health clinic setting.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidates from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: All positions require possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Arizona. All positions require Basic life support (BLS) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CRP) certification. Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
Special Notice: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Department of Labor regulation CFR Part 1910.1030 requires notification that this category may have a high risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens. Hepatitis B vaccine will be provided. Some positions within this classification may require a current Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) Clearance Card in order to work with vulnerable adults and children at the time of application. The DPS Clearance Card may be required as a condition of continued employment. In positions requiring a DPS Clearance Card, failure to maintain a current DPS Clearance Card shall be grounds for termination.
Physical/Sensory Requirements
Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Frequently operations a computer and other office equipment in a clinic and office setting. Constantly observes details at close range. Frequently moves about inside an office and/or clinic setting. Frequently participates in external events within the community.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $73,189 - $102,465
