Public Health Nurse - Newborn Home Visits & Immunizations

The Medina County Health Department, a nationally accredited health department, has a full-time opening for a Public Health Nurse (PHN). This position will work in our newborn home visiting program, Complex Medical Help (CMH), and child and adolescent immunization programs. Essential Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Ability to provide public health nursing care in a culturally competent manner Demonstrates ability to exercise independent professional judgement and utilize critical thinking skills Describes factors affecting the health of a community Describes assets and resources that can be used for improving the health of a community Communicates information to influence behavior and improve health Describes the ways public health, health care, and other organizations can work together or individually to impact the health of a community Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience Needs: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited college or university required. Minimum two years of nursing experience required; Current CPR Certification; Prior experience in Public Health Nursing, Community Health Nursing, or Pediatric Nursing setting is preferred. Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx) Wellness Program Ohio Public Employees Retirement System Paid Sick and Vacation Time, 12 Paid Holidays Ohio Deferred Compensation and OCERP Tuition Reimbursement Program Opportunity for Public Loan Forgiveness Program for eligible employees Requirements: Meet minimum education, training, and experience listed Reliable transportation Proof of auto insurance meeting Board minimums Successfully pass B.C.I. background check and reference checks EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr Medina County Safety Council