Public Health Nurse

Salary : $121,097.60 - $138,736.00 Annually
Location : Santa Ana, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 4185HP-0826-042 (O)
Department: Health Care Agency
Division/Service Area: Public Health Services
Opening Date: 08/18/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


CAREER DESCRIPTION

PUBLICH HEALTH NURSE

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Public Health Nurse positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY
This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 P.M. (PST ) on the day the County's needs are met.
HEALTH CARE AGENCY
The , is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health. Under the direction of the Agency Director, a new and dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of five (5) service areas - Administrative Services, Behavioral Health Services, Correctional Health Services, Public Health Services, and Specialized Medical Services - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.

THE OPPORTUNITY
The position provides services during normal business days (Monday through Friday) and may be assigned to work evening hours. Some positions are field-based and require home visitation. Responsibilities and duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Possess strong understanding of federal, state, programmatic, and Division regulations, policies, procedures and protocols to accurately inform and implement rules and program requirements to children, families, and providers
• Provide health education, care coordination, and case management services to clients in the home or community setting
• Provide education and consultation to medical providers and community partners
• Participate in community organizations representing programs to advocate for health care needs of children and adults, including the sharing of local program standards and services and pediatric and adult outcome trends
• Organize and/or participate in discussion groups or on committees to develop educational programs; research and compile material for class presentation; prepare teaching aids, deliver lectures and perform demonstrations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess the abilities and/or knowledge in the is following core competencies:

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding and application of case management and/or care coordination principles
• Interpreting and/or implementing federal, state, local, grant or clinical program regulations or policies in a clinic, community or public health environment
• Understanding and application of the three (3) core functions and ten (10) essential services of public health
• Experience working with Electronic Medical Records
• Serving as a key participant in program design, development and evaluation
• Ability to solicit information from clients on sensitive information
• Interpreting and maintaining confidentiality of client records
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook

Interpersonal Skills

• Working collaboratively with other programs, agencies, individuals, multi-disciplinary teams, families, communities, or other community-based programs
• Collaborating with people from all cultures, socio-economic levels, ethnic background, and others
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with clients, medical professionals, peers, supervisors, and managers to achieve service goals

Communication Skills

• Communicating effectively with medical professionals, community agencies, and public and private sector providers
• Presenting information clearly and effectively in both oral and written forms of communication
• Representing the program to individuals, groups, and community organizations
• Applying teaching principles and providing education to clients and other medical professionals

Problem Solving and Analysis

• Collecting, analyzing, and using data metrics to support the program and track for continuous operational and outcome improvement
• Assessing the situation of a patient (i.e. environmental and social conditions) to identify factors in being non-compliant with medical treatment
• Developing and implementing a plan to optimally support patient compliance and adherence to medical treatment and/or personal goals, and evaluates the outcome of the plan being administered
• Understanding and application of quality improvement/quality assurance principles

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Please click for details on the Public Health Nurse classification, including the physical, mental, environmental and working conditions.

NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (N.A.C.E.S.).

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Based on the County's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click to review the policy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should notify the recruiter listed on the job posting as soon as possible. Documentation supporting the accommodation request may be required.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.


NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Claudia Curiel at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Please note that Extra Help employees are not eligible for the benefits listed.
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
01


The information you provide will be used to rate your qualifications for the position. Please provide concise, descriptive, and detailed information when answering the question. If you do not have experience, please write "N/A".NOTE: 'See resume', 'See above', or copy and paste of your resume are not considered qualifying responses and will not be scored. By selecting yes below, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this application requirement.

• Yes
• No

02


Do you possess a valid Registered Nurse License issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing?

• Yes
• No

03


If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your valid Registered Nurse License number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing for verification. If you answered "No", please fill "N/A".
04


Do you possess a valid certificate as a Public Health Nurse issued by the California State Department of Health?

• Yes
• No

05


If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your valid Public Health Nurse certificate number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing for verification. If you answered "No", please fill "N/A"
06


Do you possess a valid California C Class Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation to carry out the essential functions of the job?

• Yes
• No

07


Do you possess a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association for professional healthcare providers? A clear copy of your BLS certificate must be attached to your application to move forward in the recruitment process.

• Yes, and I attached a copy of my BLS certificate to my application for verification
• No, I do not possess a valid BLS certificate

08


Please select the option that best describes your experience as a licensed/certified Public Health Nurse.

• Less than one (1) year of experience as a licensed/certificated Public Health Nurse in an agency providing public health nursing services
• One (1) year or more of experience as a licensed/certificated Public Health Nurse in an agency providing public health nursing services
• None of the above

09


Other than English, what other languages can you speak fluently?

• Spanish
• Vietnamese
• Chinese
• Korean
• Farsi
• Other
• None of the above

10


Please check off all populations and/or program areas you have experience working with:

• CalWORKs - Nursing assessment, case management, counseling, education, advocacy, and linkage to care for clients with chronic conditions or disabilities
• Communicable Disease Control - Investigation of reported diseases, interviews, education, referrals, and coordination to prevent disease spread
• Foster Care - Coordination of medical, dental, mental health, and developmental services for children in foster care
• Child Abuse Registry/Emergency Response (CAR/ER) - Consultation, nursing assessments, reports, and collaboration with Social Workers on suspected child abuse/neglect cases
• HIV/STIs - Testing, diagnosis, treatment, case management, and prevention services for HIV and sexually transmitted infections
• Comprehensive Health Assessment Team - Homeless (CHAT-H) - Case management, resources, and linkage to care for homeless individuals and families
• Pregnant, Postpartum, or Infant Clients - Home visits, case management, and coordination for high-risk perinatal clients and medically fragile infants
• Medical Provider Quality Assurance - Certification, site reviews, technical assistance, and health education for community providers
• Nurse Family Partnership® - Case management and education for first-time, low-income parents from pregnancy through the child's second birthday
• Pediatrics - Coordination of medical and dental care and provision of family/provider resources for children
• Pulmonary Disease Services (TB Control) - Diagnosis, treatment, case management, education, and prevention services for individuals with or at risk for tuberculosis
• Children with Special Health Care Needs - Eligibility determination, record reviews, case management, and service authorization for children with complex medical conditions
• All of the above

11


Describe your relevant experience or training related to the option(s) you selected in question 10. Include details about your work setting, the size of your team, and the types of patients you worked with, including their level of acuity and lifestyle.
12


Describe your experience performing any of the three (3) core functions or ten (10) essential services of public health.
13


Describe in detail your experience providing case management and care coordination. In your response, please include number and type of cases managed and years of experience.
14


Describe your experience using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and Electronic Medical Records. Include in your response the work you provided using these programs and software.
Required Question