Summary
Under the supervision of the Clinical Nursing Supervisor, the Public Health Nurse II performs a variety of duties in public health nursing programs including family planning, immunization, HIV counseling and testing, STD infection exams, and communicable disease follow-up. The nurse performs tests and health screening of patients, administers medication, and provides counseling and education on health issues.
Essential Job Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Clinical Services
· Assess client medical needs by performing limited examinations, reviewing, and discussing medical histories, evaluating existing treatments, administrating treatment based on department protocols or provider orders in EMR, and monitoring results
· Promote health and prevention of disease in clinic and community settings
· Refer clients to appropriate health and social agencies or practitioners
· Maintain required documentation and statistical data; compiles required reports as needed
· Develop and maintain effective, harmonious, and positive work relationships with others
· Maintain regular and predictable work attendance
· Attend health related workshops as arranged and completes required education and certifications
Medication
Documentation
Laboratory
General
Competencies
1. Equipment used – Personal computer and related software, telephone, printer, copier, facsimile. Use of computers for word processing, data analysis, and Microsoft Outlook
2. Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing and public health nursing including health maintenance and disease prevention; the effects of physical, social, and emotional factors on health; principles and techniques of teaching, counseling, interviewing, and history taking; resources available through other health and welfare agencies; integration and linkages between community agencies
3. Knowledge of prenatal care and child development
4. Ability to exercise independent judgment and plan, organize, and administer safe and effective public health nursing care; work effectively with individuals and families to assist them in the satisfactory solution of health programs; recognize and respect the impact of cultural, ethnic, and linguistic difference on health care practices; act as a liaison with other agencies to coordinate care of clients; maintain effective working relationships; maintain complete and accurate records and reports; evaluate situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
5. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms
6. Ability and skill to communicate effectively
7. Ability and skill in working with the public (upset clients)
8. Ability and skill to contribute to a positive work environment through the Crook County Health Department vision, mission, and guiding principles
9. Knowledge of Public Health rules
10. Knowledge of community resources
11. Ability to maintain confidentiality
12. Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary in a public health emergency and travel when required
13. Ability to learn and explain established policies and procedures using judgment and diplomacy
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Performance Indicators
Work Environment
This is largely a clinical role, with some sedentary work; however, some filing, lifting and
carrying may be required. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as
computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Ability to work in a fast
paced environment.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; lift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds, twist, and bend. Ability to perform CPR if needed.
Travel
There is occasional travel for conferences and regional meetings.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
Additional Eligibility Requirements
Safety Sensitive Requirements
This position is considered to be a safety sensitive position subject to drug screen(s) and adherence to all vaccine/immunity requirements for the healthcare setting.
AAP/EEO Statement
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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