What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Nurse position at Town of Burlington?
Reporting to the Director of Public Health for the Town of Burlington, the Public Health Nurse is responsible for carrying out public health nursing functions for the Tri-Ton Coalition, an inter-municipal shared services program serving the Towns of Burlington, Lexington, and Wilmington. Essential functions include, but are limited to:
Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or ability to obtain, current licensure by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse, current certification in CPR, a valid driver’s license, and a minimum of one year of relevant experience. Experience in program planning, community nursing, and health education, along with knowledge of public health laws is desirable. Bilingual abilities are a plus.
This is a part time, grant funded position expected to run through June, 2026 with potential to expand beyond that. Starting salary is $45.00 per hour with a maximum of 19 hours per week.
Position will remain open until filled.
- Creating, promoting, implementing, and evaluating of public health clinics and educational programs;
- Conducting trainings such as Stop the Bleed, Narcan Training, etc.;
- Assisting at vaccination clinics and administering immunizations;
- Conducting communicable disease investigations using the MA Virtual Epidemiological Network (MAVEN);
- Working with municipalities on specific programs formed in response to the Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund (ORRF);
- Providing case management as needed;
- Other duties which relate to public health nursing.
Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or ability to obtain, current licensure by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse, current certification in CPR, a valid driver’s license, and a minimum of one year of relevant experience. Experience in program planning, community nursing, and health education, along with knowledge of public health laws is desirable. Bilingual abilities are a plus.
This is a part time, grant funded position expected to run through June, 2026 with potential to expand beyond that. Starting salary is $45.00 per hour with a maximum of 19 hours per week.
Position will remain open until filled.
Salary : $45
