Public Health Nurse

1 day ago


Lubbock, Texas, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time
Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Public Health Nurse to join our team at the Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services. As a Public Health Nurse, you will play a critical role in providing routine public health nursing work in clinical and non-clinical settings for the assessment, care, and treatment of individuals, families, and communities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide public health nursing services in the clinic, home, and community, utilizing components of the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the physical, emotional, and psychosocial health status of clients, families, and communities.
  • Provide individualized care according to policies, procedures, program standards, physician orders, and standing delegation orders, which may include lab testing/counseling, independent home visits, providing/administering medications, education, and counseling, case management, referrals, and follow-up.
  • Participate in community assessments, identifies health needs, plans, and implements strategies, and evaluates outcomes in conjunction with community stakeholders/partners and Regional work plans.
  • Develop and implement community health education programs, establishes and maintains communication and partnerships with stakeholders, including local/county officials, community leaders, other agencies, groups, healthcare providers, schools, and the general public.
Requirements:
  • Knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures, public health laws and regulations, community health and nursing care principles, practices, and procedures, including culturally appropriate care, and quality assurance principles and procedures.
  • Ability to plan, coordinate, and evaluate the delivery of direct public health services, conduct community assessments, provide patient care, prepare and maintain records, and communicate effectively via written and verbal communication.
Working Conditions:

This position requires travel and may participate in disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. The employee actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations.

Education and Experience:

A Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a related field and a current RN license in the state of Texas are required. Experience in public health nursing and community health education is preferred.

Language:

The primary language used for this job is English.


  • Public Health Nurse I

    3 weeks ago


    Lubbock, Texas, United States DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES Full time

    Job Title: Public Health Nurse IJoin the Department of State Health Services as a Public Health Nurse I and contribute to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services to the community.Responsibilities:Provide public health nursing services to clients in the HIV/STD, Tuberculosis, Immunizations, Preparedness and Response/Epidemiology, and Community Health...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Public Health Nurse I to join our team at the Texas Department of State Health Service (DSHS) - Public Health Region (PHR) I. As a Public Health Nurse I, you will perform general nursing duties under the direct supervision of the Nurse IV, Director of Nursing and the medical supervision of the Regional Medical...

  • Public Health Nurse I

    1 month ago


    Lubbock, Texas, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Public Health Nurse I to join our team at the Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services. As a Public Health Nurse I, you will play a critical role in providing public health nursing services to clients in the HIV/STD, Tuberculosis, Immunizations, Preparedness and Response/Epidemiology, and Community Health...

  • Home Health Nurse

    3 weeks ago


    Lubbock, Texas, United States CenterWell Home Health Full time

    Home Health LPN Job Description Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Home Health LPN to join our team at CenterWell Home Health. As a Home Health LPN, you will provide high-quality nursing care to patients in their homes, promoting independence and improving their overall health and well-being. Key Responsibilities: * Provide...

  • Home Health Nurse

    3 weeks ago


    Lubbock, Texas, United States CenterWell Home Health Full time

    Job Description:As a skilled Home Health LPN, you will provide professional nursing services under the direction of a RN, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Your expertise will be applied to deliver high-quality patient care, achieving goals and collaborating with the healthcare team. You will maintain confidentiality and professional conduct,...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Nurse, Health Services to join our team at Covenant Children's Hospital. As a member of our labor and delivery team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and contributing to a positive patient experience.ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient care to labor and delivery patients, including...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse to join our team at Covenant Children's Hospital in Lubbock, TX. As a member of our Labor and Delivery unit, you will have the opportunity to provide high-quality patient care and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled and compassionate Nurse to join our team at Covenant Children's Hospital. As a member of our Labor and Delivery department, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and supporting the health and well-being of our patients and their families.ResponsibilitiesDeliver exceptional patient care,...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled and compassionate Nurse to join our team at Covenant Children's Hospital. As a member of our Labor and Delivery department, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and supporting the health and well-being of our patients and their families.ResponsibilitiesDeliver exceptional patient care,...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Nurse, Health Services to join our team at Covenant Children's Hospital. As a member of our nursing staff, you will have the opportunity to provide high-quality patient care and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver exceptional patient care, prioritizing...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled and compassionate Nurse to join our team at Covenant Children's Hospital. As a member of our Labor and Delivery department, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and contributing to the well-being of our patients and their families.ResponsibilitiesDeliver exceptional patient care,...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse to join our team at Covenant Children's Hospital. As a member of our nursing staff, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide high-quality patient care, focusing on the physical, emotional, and...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Nurse, Health Services to join our team at Covenant Children's Hospital. As a member of our labor and delivery team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and contributing to a positive patient experience.ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient care to mothers and newborns in a labor and...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Nurse, Health Services to join our team at Covenant Children's Hospital. As a member of our labor and delivery team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and contributing to a positive patient experience.ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient care to mothers and newborns in a labor and...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Nurse, Health Services to join our team at Covenant Children's Hospital. As a member of our labor and delivery team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and contributing to a positive patient experience.ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient care to labor and delivery patients, including...

  • Nurse Practitioner

    3 weeks ago


    Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Community Health team at Covenant Medical Center. As a Community Health RN, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community.ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient care and education to patients and...

  • Nurse Practitioner

    3 weeks ago


    Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Community Health team at Covenant Medical Center. As a Community Health RN, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community.ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient care and education to patients and...

  • Nurse Practitioner

    3 weeks ago


    Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Community Health team at Covenant Medical Center. As a Community Health RN, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community.ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient care and education to patients and...

  • Nurse Practitioner

    3 weeks ago


    Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Community Health team at Covenant Medical Center. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community.ResponsibilitiesProvide exceptional patient care and support to individuals...


  • Lubbock, Texas, United States Covenant Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse to join our team at Covenant Children's Hospital in Lubbock, TX. As a member of our Labor and Delivery unit, you will have the opportunity to provide high-quality patient care and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient...