Public Health Nurse II Jail Health Services

Gunnison County Nursing Position

Delivers professional, skilled nursing services for Jail Health Services and other clinical programs as assigned by Clinical Services Manager. Responsible for maintaining the highest standards in clinical nursing practice and adherence to policies, procedures, guidelines and standards of practice and Gunnison County Health & Human Services (HHS). Provides for the preventive, therapeutic and restorative aspects of nursing care based on systematic assessment of client, family and community needs and core public health services.

The hourly range is from $35.68 to $37.55 depending on experience. This position is 25 hours per week. The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.

Hiring Manager: Shonna Gray

Email: View email address on click.appcast.io

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled.

Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license.
• Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.
• Current license to practice (in good standing) as a registered nurse (RN) in Colorado.
• Special certification as appropriate and required for expanded functions.
• Current CPR.

Qualifications/Education:

• A Baccalaureate degree in nursing from a school accredited by the National League of Nursing. Public Health experience preferred, or
• Graduation from a N.L.N., State approved diploma school of nursing, with three years' experience, at least one of which includes supervision. Public Health experience is preferred.
• For expanded functions, completion of an organized educational program in a specific clinical area.
• Recent pertinent continuing education.
• Completion of Universal Precautions/ Bloodborne Pathogen training within 30 days of hire and annual review.