Public Health Nurse

4 weeks ago


San Francisco California, United States City and County of San Francisco Full time
Job Description

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision, the 2830 Public Health Nurse performs professional nursing duties.

Essential duties include but are not limited to all or some of the following:

Offers public health nursing services in maternal and child health; conducts home visits for expectant mothers; interprets medical orders and supports mothers; provides guidance on nutritional needs, hygiene, and safety measures; advises post-delivery on postpartum care and obtaining emergency medical assistance; examines and monitors the physical condition and development of newborns and assists new mothers in infant care.

Delivers nursing services directly to the elderly, infirm, chronically ill, mentally ill, emotionally disturbed individuals or families, and people experiencing homelessness; arranges for necessary medical care; refers cases to suitable welfare and social agencies; oversees cases and maintains records of nursing and other services provided.

Offers nursing services, care, investigation, or consultation related to controlling communicable diseases and outbreaks; conducts interviews with cases and those suspected of active infections at their homes, assigned unit/area, health center, or over the phone; interprets medical advice regarding care and treatment and guides patients on self-assistance.

Utilizes community organization concepts to address community health needs, and directs patients and families to the appropriate agency for financial assistance, casework services, and other human services to ensure ongoing patient care.

Conducts case finding in various settings, keeps records of visits and services, and shares this information with medical and administrative staff.

Utilizes Electronic Health Record and other documentation systems to create and manage individual case records for patients and cases; employs related forms for referrals, consent reports, narratives, statistical records, and other purposes; compiles various statistical information like clinic attendance, tests, immunizations, and other relevant records.

 Supports health promotion/risk reduction intervention and offers health teaching, screening, advocacy, and counseling to clients of all ages, including high-risk populations. Keeps current, clear records in line with legal guidelines.

The 2830 Public Health Nurse performs other duties as assigned/required.


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