Public Health Nurse Sr.

Job Duties

This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants must re-apply to be considered.

This position qualifies for Exceptional Recruitment and Incentive Options.

Consider joining Crater Health District as we foster healthy and resilient communities. This is your opportunity to connect and fulfill your passion for nursing through community engagement. Crater Health District is a part of the Virginia Department of Health.

Crater Health District provides a variety of services to the public. Our headquarter office is in Petersburg, approximately 25 miles from Richmond, Virginia and two hours from the beautiful beaches and mountains of Virginia. Crater Health District comprises the Cities of Hopewell, Emporia and Petersburg, as well as the Counties of Sussex, Greensville, Surry, Prince George and Dinwiddie. Will travel within the health district.

This position provides non-supervisory leadership and will be cross-trained in all clinics such as Sexually Transmitted infection testing and treatment, Family Planning contraceptive education and counseling as per Title X grant, abnormal pap smear follow- up and referral, Immunizations across the life span, low risk prenatal care and Long-Term Screening Services (LTSS) in conjunction with the Department of Social Services to assess for Medicaid/Medicare eligibility. Provide community based holistic care. Required to assist in Public Health Emergencies, as needed. Additionally, will be responsible for maintaining inventory. Represent the health department on community-based committees such as, but not limited to, Community Policy Management Team (CPMT). May be asked to present education to the community on various health related topics.

May serve as the primary contact for staff and external inquirers about the program/service, monitors service delivery for compliance to applicable policies and procedures and promotes the program to increase utilization and public awareness.

Requires licensure as an RN in Virginia. Must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR.

This is a full-time position with consistent hours and is eligible for excellent benefits, such as:
• 12 paid holidays
• medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• retirement plans
• sick, family/personal and annual leave and more

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires licensure as an RN in Virginia or compact state.
• Experience functioning in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills to analyze problems, situations and suggest solutions
• Skills in physical examination, health assessment, interviewing and counseling techniques.
• Ability to function independently, prioritize and organize work.
• Basic knowledge of nursing science and medical terminology.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively present health topics to the public.
• Experience entering, reviewing, analyzing data and statistics and produce reports.

Additional Considerations

• Excellent communication, data interpretation and computer skills
• Public health experience

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information

Name: Sigrid Hancock

Phone: NO PHONE INQUIRIES

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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.