Home Health Public Health Nurse II

Advertisement Closes: 10/30/2026 12:00 AM Pay Grade: Grade 19 Salary: $22.81 - $28.36 Hourly Time Type: Full time Health Department: Cumberland Valley District Health Department Summary: Provides preventive, therapeutic, restorative and intermittent skilled nursing services, which are significantly difficult, to individuals in their place of residence under limited supervision and at a fully prepared level. Client problems range from the simple to extremely complex. The nurse would be responsible for the total management and evaluation of care for the individual, would supervise Local Health Nurse I Home Health nurses and provide training for home health aides. If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Glenna Hensley at View email address on click.appcast.io. Description: CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS CHARACTERISTICS OF A CLASS: ARE GENERAL STATEMENTS INDICATING THE LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY AND DISCRETION OF POSITIONS IN THAT JOB CLASSIFICATION. Provides preventive, therapeutic, restorative and intermittent skilled nursing services, which are significantly difficult, to individuals in their place of residence under limited supervision and at a fully prepared level. Client problems range from the simple to extremely complex. The nurse would be responsible for the total management and evaluation of care for the individual, would supervise Local Health Nurse I Home Health nurses and provide training for home health aides. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ARE COMPREHENSIVE STATEMENTS OF THE MINIMUM BACKGROUND AS TO EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS WHICH WILL BE REQUIRED IN ALL CASES AS EVIDENCE OF AN APPOINTEE'S ABILITY TO PERFORM THE WORK PROPERLY. EDUCATION: (See Special Requirements) EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of Registered Nurse (RN) experience. SUBSTITUTION CLAUSE EDUCATION: BSN or Master’s Degree in Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Education or Public Health may substitute for the one (1) year experience. EXPERIENCE: (N/A) SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.) Must have RN license in Kentucky or compact state. POST EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS EMPLOYEES IN THIS CLASS WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CREDENTIALS OUTLINED BELOW WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, OR IF EMPLOYEES POSSESS SUCH CREDENTIALS AT THE TIME OF HIRE THEY WILL BE REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN THOSE CREDENTIALS SO LONG AS THEY ARE EMPLOYED IN THIS CAPACITY. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE EMPLOYING AGENCY TO VERIFY THE ATTAINMENT AND/OR MAINTENANCE OF THESE CREDENTIALS, TO REMOVE FROM THIS CLASS ANY EMPLOYEE WHO DOES NOT ATTAIN OR MAINTAIN THESE CREDENTIALS, AND TO ASSURE THAT ANY EMPLOYEE WHO PERFORMS THESE FUNCTIONS, WITHOUT REGARD TO THE CLASS THEY ARE IN, HAVE THE APPROPRIATE CREDENTIALS. Must maintain current RN licensure in Kentucky or compact state. Must complete required annual updates. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CLASSIFICATION Conducts comprehensive initial nursing assessments; determines program eligibility, needed services and payer source. Develops an individualized plan of care in consultation with the client’s physician and other appropriate agency personnel. Completes review of medications; assesses pain management and need for health care equipment/technology. Provides intermittent skilled nursing services, as ordered by the physician. Obtains specimens, as ordered, and submits to State Lab utilizing appropriate Laboratory Services Guidelines. Identifies health risks and implements risk reduction strategies for self and others according to agency policy. Conducts or participates in team meetings/case conferences to evaluate client’s response to care; alters the care plan; and makes referrals to other community agencies. Develops/conducts educational counseling/teaching activities for the individual clients and families. Provides thorough documentation and submits appropriate reports, as required. Provides increasing leadership and supervision; participates in utilization review for quality of services; may mentor LHN I HH nurses. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND UNIQUE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS INCUMBENTS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL TYPICALLY PERFORM THEIR PRIMARY JOB DUTIES UNDER THESE CONDITIONS. THESE CONDITIONS MAY CHANGE ON OCCASION IN PERFORMING THE DUTIES OF AN INDIVIDUAL POSITION. Work typically is spent in a home or agency setting. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS May be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to the agency’s policies.

DATE CLASS ESTABLISHED: 07-01-2007

DATE OF LAST REVISION: 10-03-2022

THE LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, AGE, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, ANCESTRY OR VETERAN STATUS. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D Come for a job. Stay for a career. Make a difference for a lifetime. The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) is responsible for developing and operating state public health programs and activities for the citizens of Kentucky. The mission of DPH is to improve the health and safety of people in Kentucky through prevention, promotion and protection. The department oversees programs designed to improve the lives of citizens and visitors through prevention of negative health outcomes, promotion of healthy lifestyles and protection from diseases, injury and environmental health impacts. DPH has almost 150 different programs to help Kentuckians become healthier in cooperation with its partners such as local health departments, universities, private providers, etc. To support many of these programs, the department relies on high-quality data to guide decision making at the state and local levels such as the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Immunization Registry and Office of Vital Statistics. The department is organized into seven divisions with the Commissioner's Office providing oversight and support for the divisions and programs. The Office of Health Equity and the Public Health Nursing Office are located in the Commissioner's Office. More information about each division can be found under Related Agencies at the bottom of this page. Local Health Personnel Branch - Cabinet for Health and Family Services (ky.gov) #J-18808-Ljbffr C313 Cumberland Valley District Health Department