Public Health Nurse - Center Based Services

Public Health Nurse

Pay Schedule III, Grade 18N, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week. Vacancies exist in the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Clinical Services. This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You MUST attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s) certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples Of Duties

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, and provides professional public health nursing services to individuals, families, and groups in the home, community, and health centers.

• Provides nursing care, health assessments, health guidance, health education, and referral services to individuals, families, groups, and institutions.
• Administers prescribed medical treatments and emergency care to patients.
• Assists physicians and others in health clinics.
• Provides Family Planning Services and child immunizations based on current federal, state and local regulations
• Performs various health screenings.
• Provides health screening education and counseling in the areas of disease prevention, health maintenance, and mental health.
• Participates in the instruction, orientation, and oversight of new public health nurses, nursing assistants, volunteers, and others.
• Prepares and maintains nursing records and reports.
• Administers seasonal and routine vaccines to people of all ages (Infants - Older Adults); adheres to CDC guidelines
• Maintains accurate immunization records in compliance with state regulations and HIPPA
• Educates patients on vaccine benefits, side effects, and aftercare

Examples of Other Duties Performs other related duties as required. ( NOTE : The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in nursing. OR Graduation from an accredited diploma school of nursing, plus at least one year of professional nursing experience. (Additional qualifying education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.) OR Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate in arts degree in nursing, plus at least two years' professional nursing experience. (Additional qualifying education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.) Preferred Qualifications At least one year of experience in direct outpatient sexual health. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid license to practice as a professional registered nurse, issued by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses, is required at the time of appointment. Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of license(s) certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: Public Health Nurse - Center Based Services Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204 You MUST attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Conditions Of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification may include the performance of physical activities such as walking, standing, and lifting, the operation of medical equipment and instruments, and travel throughout the County. Duties may expose incumbents to various bio-medical hazards. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicant's selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education and fingerprint check.