Public Health Nurse I/II

Overview There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Health branch at Health & Human Services Agency. Definition Under direction, to provide public health nursing services to individual clients and the community at large in connection with the prevention and control of disease or adverse health conditions; and to perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Distinguishing Characteristics Public Health Nurse I/II is a flexibly-staffed class series. Advancement from the I to the II level is at the discretion of the County Health Officer with recommendations from the Public Health Nursing Manager, provided that the following criteria are met: the minimum qualifications requirements, demonstration of the ability to independently perform the full scope of the assigned duties, and assignment and performance of the duties of the experienced level as defined in the Distinguishing Characteristics of the Public Health Nurse II below. Public Health Nurse I is the entry-level of this professional series. It provides a full range of public health nursing services including clinic services; counseling and guidance; fieldwork in schools, homes, and community centers in connection with the prevention and control of disease or adverse health conditions; and the development of healthy lifestyles. Assignments at this level are subject to close supervision and review while in progress and upon completion. Public Health Nurse II is the experienced level in the series. Incumbents at the II level are expected to perform the more difficult assignments with minimal supervision and review and may act in a lead capacity or assist in the training and supervision of subordinate staff. Public Health Nurse II differs from the Public Health Nursing Manager which is responsible for directing and coordinating public health nursing field activities and personnel. Supervision Received and Exercised Public Health Nurse I – Receives close supervision from the Public Health Nursing Manager and/or the County Health Officer. May receive lead direction from the Public Health Nurse II. May exercise lead direction over paraprofessional and clerical staff. Public Health Nurse II – Receives general supervision from the Public Health Nursing Manager and/or the County Health Officer. May exercise technical and functional direction over other professional staff and paraprofessional staff, and exercises lead direction over clerical staff on a routine basis. Provides public health nursing services to individual clients and the community at large, including clinical care, home visits, counseling, public health instruction, and education. Responsibilities Assists in the promotion, development, maintenance, and staffing of maternal child adolescent health; immunization; child lead poisoning prevention; oral health; child health disability prevention; foster care; communicable disease; rabies prevention programs; family planning; substance abuse and mental health programs; and clinic services. Assists in developing program policies and procedures; assists with evaluating program effectiveness. Makes referrals to other agencies and/or providers as appropriate; assists clients in accessing health and community services as needed. Participates in epidemiological investigations in the home, school or community, identifying potential risks to the community, and implementing measures for disease containment. Prepares written educational materials for distribution to the community; locates, evaluates and distributes existing educational materials as appropriate. Works with physicians and community groups to keep, establish, and carry on work in the promotion of maternal and child health. Participates in conferences, task forces and meetings, and confers with public health administrators and others on community public health problems. Attends civic and other community meetings and events to explain and promote the activities and functions of the program and to establish favorable public relations; gives public speaking presentations as requested; prepares publicity materials for distribution; oversees and/or participates in community events as appropriate. Coordinates and/or participates in special programs and projects as assigned. Responds to and resolves citizen, client or community requests for assistance, complaints or inquiries. Coordinates assigned activities and programs with those of other departments, divisions and agencies as appropriate. Performs general administrative and clerical work as required, including preparing reports and correspondence, conducting and attending meetings, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, assembling materials, sending and receiving faxes, answering the telephone, compiling data for reports, preparing mailings, etc. Public Health Nurse II Additional Responsibilities Provides and/or coordinates staff training; offers advice and assistance as needed; recommends disciplinary measures as appropriate. Develops program goals, objectives, policies, procedures and protocols. Administers specialized public health programs under minimal supervision. Experience Public Health Nurse I – One year of experience as a Public Health Nurse is desirable. Public Health Nurse II – Two years of full-time equivalent experience as a Public Health Nurse with increasing assumption of administrative responsibilities. A Master\'s degree in nursing or public health can substitute for one year of the required experience. A copy of your Master\'s degree or Master\'s degree college transcript(s) must be attached to your application if substituting education for experience. Education Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor\'s degree in nursing. A copy of your degree or college transcript(s) must be attached to your application. Additional Requirements Possession of a valid and current Registered Nurse license issued by the State of California. A copy of your license must be attached to your application. Possession of a valid and current Public Health Nurse certificate issued by the State of California. (For the Public Health Nurse I, if not certified, must obtain certification as a Public Health Nurse within one year of employment). Possession of a valid and current Health Care Provider CPR certification. A copy must be attached to your application. Possession of a valid California driver\'s license. Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver\'s license from another state if applicant acknowledges intent to acquire a California license within three months with an acknowledgment form. Employment Standards Knowledge of : Pertinent federal, state and local laws, regulations, codes and ordinances. Public Health Nursing standards. Planning, evaluating and administering public health programs. Nursing practices as applied to public health and preventive medicine. Current literature related to public health administration. Public health education methods and materials. Factors affecting individual and public health. Communicable disease control and counseling practices. Modern office practices and technology, including word processing and records management. English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Safe work practices and excellent interpersonal communication skills. Ability to : Interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, codes and ordinances. Plan, organize, evaluate and provide leadership in community health programs and public health nursing activities. Plan, organize, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate staff. Analyze problems, identify solutions, and implement recommendations. Exercise initiative and sound judgment in solving administrative, professional, technical, and personnel problems. Prepare effective public education materials and make public presentations. React quickly and calmly in emergencies. Communicate effectively in written and spoken form. Support departmental and County missions. Typical Working Conditions Work is performed in an office and clinic environment and may include outdoor work and in-home visits. Incumbent drives on surface streets and may be exposed to traffic hazards, adverse weather conditions, temperature extremes, wetness, communicable disease, odors, and other hazards. Typical Physical Requirements Mobility to work in an office and clinic environment; ability to sit for long periods and to intermittently walk, stand, run, climb, bend, squat, twist and reach; operate motor vehicles; lift and/or move light to moderately heavy weights; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; maintain audio-visual perception for observations, reading, writing and operating equipment; use telephone and keyboard; perform clinical duties. Note: This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document. The Selection Process All interested applicants must complete and submit a job application including any required supplemental questionnaires, and attach any required documentation. For those who meet the minimum qualifications, a competitive evaluation of the training and experience described on your application or supplemental questionnaire, a written examination, a structured oral interview, a performance rating, or a combination of any of these, may be performed. You will be scored based on that competitive evaluation. This process may be altered if there are ten or fewer applicants that qualified. Equal Employment Opportunity The County is an equal opportunity employer committed to an active and effective Equal Employment Opportunity Program. It is the stated policy that all employees, officers, officials, applicants for employment, volunteers, contractors, unpaid interns, and recipients of services shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment and services without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy, and breastfeeding), national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, marital status, age, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by law. Reasonable Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities The County makes reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities including an obligation to ensure that only the essential duties of the position are required to be performed. Individuals requiring accommodations in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Office by contacting the listed channels. Applicants requiring accommodations should document the request including the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process and/or perform the duties of the job. Education Documents If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must attach transcripts or a copy of your diploma/degree to your application. Unofficial transcripts and evaluations are accepted. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers. #J-18808-Ljbffr