What are the responsibilities and job description for the Miscellaneous Temp - PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE (Health Services) position at Shelby County Government?
Position Summary
Works under the immediate supervision of a physician or a nurse of higher job classification to perform routine public health nursing duties in the Health Department's generalized or specialized programs.
Pay Grade: 52H
Minimum Qualifications
1. Two (2) years of full-time generalized nursing experience and graduation from an accredited associate’s degree/diploma school of nursing; OR
2. Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from an accredited program.
3. Licensed as an RN (Registered Nurse) in the state of Tennessee.
4. PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provides nursing services under joint protocols. These activities provide expanded role nursing services to patients, assessment of individual medical conditions, adjustment of medications, individual and/or group instructions on diagnosis, and home care.
2. Performs specified diagnostic and treatment procedures, under medical direction.
3. Conducts patient follow-up, such as contacting patients by telephone or letter to give an appointment to return to the clinic for proper medical and nursing services to ensure the provision of quality care.
4. Participates in peer review. Reviews patient's records to verify that standards of care are being followed by nursing personnel according to the protocol in each of the specialty areas and participates in team management to uphold standards.
5. Develops and implements plans for teaching and counseling individuals, families, and groups in various settings for the prevention of disease and maintenance of health.
6. Sets example for new employees, student nurses, and student social workers, and participates in the educational process of these individuals to provide an understanding of the public health team in the provision of services to the community.
7. Contributes to in-service training programs.
8. May assist the assigned supervisor with daily activities to maintain drug inventory, order supplies, participates in meetings, and takes appropriate information to staff.
9. Serves as a lead nurse as needed in various settings.
10. Works with staff members and with local lay and official groups and agencies to promote an integrated public health service.
11. Participates in immunization’s community and special events.
12. Performs other related duties as required or directed.
KSAs
1. Knowledge of public health nursing principles.
2. Ability to monitor, assess, and coordinate care in accordance with protocols.
3. Ability to accurately collect data, document, and contribute to sound recommendations.
4. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
5. Ability to express ideas clearly, concisely, and convincingly, and plan.
6. Ability to engage tactfully with the public and co-workers, exercise good judgment related to patient care, and make evidence-based decisions.
7. Ability to effectively manage time, organize, implement, and maintain a tracking system to ensure clients’ needs are met.
8. Proficient knowledge of the use of MS Office (Excel and Word) and related software applications.
Special Requirements
1. Must be available to be on-call and to travel to other County locations.
2. Must be able to participate in immunization community and special events.
3. Must maintain all required certifications and licenses throughout the duration of employment.
Disclaimer
This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Position Summary
Works under the immediate supervision of a physician or a nurse of higher job classification to perform routine public health nursing duties in the Health Department's generalized or specialized programs.
Pay Grade: 52H
Minimum Qualifications
1. Two (2) years of full-time generalized nursing experience and graduation from an accredited associate’s degree/diploma school of nursing; OR
2. Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from an accredited program.
3. Licensed as an RN (Registered Nurse) in the state of Tennessee.
4. PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provides nursing services under joint protocols. These activities provide expanded role nursing services to patients, assessment of individual medical conditions, adjustment of medications, individual and/or group instructions on diagnosis, and home care.
2. Performs specified diagnostic and treatment procedures, under medical direction.
3. Conducts patient follow-up, such as contacting patients by telephone or letter to give an appointment to return to the clinic for proper medical and nursing services to ensure the provision of quality care.
4. Participates in peer review. Reviews patient's records to verify that standards of care are being followed by nursing personnel according to the protocol in each of the specialty areas and participates in team management to uphold standards.
5. Develops and implements plans for teaching and counseling individuals, families, and groups in various settings for the prevention of disease and maintenance of health.
6. Sets example for new employees, student nurses, and student social workers, and participates in the educational process of these individuals to provide an understanding of the public health team in the provision of services to the community.
7. Contributes to in-service training programs.
8. May assist the assigned supervisor with daily activities to maintain drug inventory, order supplies, participates in meetings, and takes appropriate information to staff.
9. Serves as a lead nurse as needed in various settings.
10. Works with staff members and with local lay and official groups and agencies to promote an integrated public health service.
11. Participates in immunization’s community and special events.
12. Performs other related duties as required or directed.
KSAs
1. Knowledge of public health nursing principles.
2. Ability to monitor, assess, and coordinate care in accordance with protocols.
3. Ability to accurately collect data, document, and contribute to sound recommendations.
4. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
5. Ability to express ideas clearly, concisely, and convincingly, and plan.
6. Ability to engage tactfully with the public and co-workers, exercise good judgment related to patient care, and make evidence-based decisions.
7. Ability to effectively manage time, organize, implement, and maintain a tracking system to ensure clients’ needs are met.
8. Proficient knowledge of the use of MS Office (Excel and Word) and related software applications.
Special Requirements
1. Must be available to be on-call and to travel to other County locations.
2. Must be able to participate in immunization community and special events.
3. Must maintain all required certifications and licenses throughout the duration of employment.
Disclaimer
This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.
