Community Health Nurse

THE POSITION

Advance your passion for care where it matters most. As a Community Health Nurse with the Bureau of Community Health Systems, you help improve the health of entire communities by supporting vital public health programs and services. You will work with partners, respond to health needs, and make a real difference in the lives of Pennsylvanians.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides public health services, community outreach, and health education to support the well-being of individuals and families. As a Community Health Nurse, you will perform the following duties: Health Assessment: Analyze county data to identify public health needs and guide education and clinical activities Community Outreach: Link program resources with community partners through meetings, clinics, and coordinated activities Public Health Initiatives: Develop programs based on local data, nursing guidelines, and identified community priorities Program Monitoring: Track health programs and use information systems to support disease prevention and improve outcomes Education Delivery: Provide health education on key public health topics to inform and engage community members Clinical Services: Deliver services such as immunizations and disease testing according to public health protocols Work Schedule and Additional Information Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Work infrequently requires statewide travel and irregular or flexible work hours, including overnights, weekends, and holidays. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Special Requirements This position requires active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. If you possess an active temporary practice permit, you must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Other Requirements You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements You must pass a background investigation. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered. Veterans Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of Pennsylvania