Public Health Nurse

3 weeks ago

Battle Creek, Michigan, United States County of Calhoun, MI Full time
Job Title: Public Health Nurse

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Public Health Nurse to join our team at the County of Calhoun, MI. As a Public Health Nurse, you will play a vital role in promoting the health and well-being of our community.

Job Summary:

The Public Health Nurse will provide nursing services to individuals and families, assess and monitor community health status, and investigate and address health problems and hazards affecting the community. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be able to work independently, and possess a strong commitment to public health.

Responsibilities:
  • Assess and monitor community health status, factors that influence health, and patient and community needs and assets.
  • Investigate and address health problems and hazards affecting the community.
  • Effectively communicate with the patient and community regarding health, factors that influence it, and how to improve.
  • Strengthen, support, and mobilize the patient and community to improve health.
  • Collaborate to champion policies and plans that impact public health.
  • Utilize regulatory actions to promote the health of the community.
  • Promote equitable access to services and care.
  • Collaborate with and support a diverse and skilled public health workforce.
  • Collaborate in a strong public health infrastructure for the community.
  • Provide STI and HIV counseling and testing per protocols.
  • Provide gynecological and male health exams when necessary.
  • Administer medications per medical standing orders including STI treatment and birth control.
  • Maintain HAPIS certification to provide HIV counseling and testing, as needed or appropriate.
  • Provide specimen collection (venipuncture, urine, stool, sputum, etc.) of all age groups.
  • Provide immunization to adults and children; extensive knowledge of immunization schedule and recommendations.
  • Provide immunization waiver education.
  • Possess ability to exercise independent judgement within scope of practice and standing orders.
  • Provide clinic services at the Calhoun County Correctional Facility to inmates.
  • Work within the limited community resources by referring patients to the appropriate local agencies.
  • Provide education and resources on subjects such as, family planning, immunizations, lead exposure and prevention and safer sex practices.
  • Ensure patient confidentiality in all settings.
Requirements:
  • Must be a Registered Nurse licensed to practice in Michigan. BSN preferred.
  • One to three years of experience in nursing is required, with an emphasis in public health preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary to provide courteous and accurate information often under stressful situations for families. Multilingual preferred.
  • Good computer skills to communicate regularly via e-mail and to collect data on electronic forms or formatted spreadsheets.
  • Mental ability to frequently handle simultaneous projects requiring concentration and attention to detail with frequent distractions due to people and/or telephone calls.
Benefits:

The County of Calhoun, MI offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and retirement plans. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling and telecommuting options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and dedicated individual who is passionate about public health, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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