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Public Health Nurse

2 months ago

Bellingham, United States Whatcom County, WA Full time
Salary: $37.54 - $54.51 Hourly

Location : Bellingham, WA 98225

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: P580 0524

Department: Health Department

Opening Date: 05/29/2024

Summary

Whatcom County Health & Community Services is recruiting for the position of Public Health Nurse in the Communicable Disease and Epidemiology Division. Public Health Nurses represent WCHCS as a health resource person in the community and interpret public health programs and policies to individuals, families, community groups, schools, physicians and other collateral community agencies and service providers.

This critical position is part of a team that provides indispensable services to our community. Initial assignment will be in the Immunizations Program working with the community to address low immunization rates; and administering vaccine to priority populations. This role also includes providing education and consultation to health care providers, and the general public, regarding vaccine preventable diseases.

Other programs within the Communicable Disease and Epidemiology division:
  • Adult Health: HIV and Hepatitis C prevention, Syringe Services Program - Conducts health promotion and harm reduction activities to decrease high risk behaviors and provides referrals to services for persons with HIV and other health conditions.
  • Tuberculosis Program: Provides screening, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of TB.
  • Communicable Disease: Provides disease surveillance and investigation for communicable disease and notifiable conditions in accordance with local, state, and federal mandates and guidelines
  • Infection Prevention: communicable disease prevention in long-term care facilities and congregate settings
  • Emergency Preparedness - Planning for emergency public health events in Whatcom County. Responding to events as they occur.
We serve all members of the Whatcom County community as we strive to fulfill the Health Department's mission to lead the community in promoting health and preventing disease. If you are looking for work with a positive impact on our community we hope to learn about your qualifications to fill this key role

See the Job Description for more details of this position.

Supervisor: Public Health Nurse Supervisor

Qualifications

  • Current, valid Washington State license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
  • College degree in Nursing. Rate of pay depends on level of degree.
  • Public health experience or specific internship or practicum in public health desired
  • Spanish language fluency desired
Pay scale with Associate's degree in Nursing, with ability to obtain BSN within 2 years of hire: $32.39 - $42.18 per hour

Pay scale with Bachelor's degree in Nursing, or current enrollment in BSN program with graduation within 6 months of hire: $37.54 - $52.66 per hour

Pay scale with Masters degree in Nursing, or MPH: $39.22 - $54.51 per hour

This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associatedsalary range subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any negotiated Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).

We are required by State Law to list the full salary range. As a public entity and in a union-covered position, we are required to make pay decisions based on experience, qualifications, and equity with other employees. Hiring rate typically is limited to entry to mid of the posted salary range, subject to required approvals.

At its sole discretion, Whatcom County may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.

Whatcom County offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their family, and life and long-term disability insurance coverage for employees:
  • Generous paid leave provisions, including vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays per year
  • Lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County
  • $50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees
  • Option to invest in a 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for health care and/or dependent care expenses.
  • Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Additional is available online.
Health Insurance Costs for Full-time employee 2024:
  • Employee only: $0.00 per month.
  • Employee + Spouse: $334.24 per month
  • Employee + Child(ren): $292.60 per month
  • Employee + Spouse + Child(ren): $459.18 per month
Health Insurance Costs for Job-Share employee 2024:
  • Employee only: $0.00 per month
  • Employee + Spouse: $1,110.52 per month
  • Employee + Child(ren): $832.90 per month
  • Employee + Spouse + Child(ren) $1,943.42 per month


01

Do you have a valid Washington State Registered Nursing License?
  • Yes
  • No


02

Do you have a Bachelor of Science degree (or higher) in Nursing, or are you currently enrolled in a BSN program and graduating within the next six months?
  • Yes
  • No


03

If you do not have a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, do you have an Associate's degree in Nursing and the ability to obtain a BSN within two years?
  • Yes
  • No


04

Please list your degree and the date it was / will be earned:

05

Please describe your nursing experience, if any, including specific examples of providing health services and assessments for individuals, families, groups and the community

Required Question

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