Public Health Nurse - Childhood Lead Poisoning

Public Health Nurse

Meaningful Work, Monday Through Friday!

Are you a Registered Nurse who is passionate about helping children, supporting families, and making a difference in your community? The Kent County Health Department is looking for a dedicated Public Health Nurse to join our Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention program!

In this rewarding role, you'll work directly with families impacted by childhood lead exposure, providing education, nursing case management, and connections to important medical, environmental, and community resources. Your work will help families understand the risks of lead exposure, navigate available services, and take steps to protect their children's health.

If you're looking for an opportunity to use your nursing skills in a meaningful community-based setting while enjoying a consistent weekday schedule, this could be the opportunity for you!

Why You'll Love This Opportunity.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a predictable MondayFriday schedule, 8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m., with no nights, weekends, or holidays.
• Meaningful Work: Make a direct impact on the health and well-being of children and families.
• Community Connections: Build relationships with families and connect them with valuable health and community resources.
• Professional Growth: Expand your experience in public health nursing, pediatric health education, case management, and environmental health.
• Purpose-Driven Career: Be part of a team working to prevent childhood lead exposure and improve community health.

What You'll Do.

• Provide home-based nursing services and education to families experiencing childhood lead poisoning.
• Educate parents and caregivers about lead exposure, prevention strategies, and ways to reduce potential risks.
• Provide nursing case management and assess the health and service needs of children and families.
• Coordinate referrals for environmental assessments and appropriate follow-up services.
• Connect families with medical providers, community programs, and other supportive resources.
• Maintain accurate and confidential nursing documentation in accordance with professional standards and HIPAA requirements.
• Collaborate with community partners and other professionals to support positive health outcomes for children and families.

2026 Starting Wages: $32.61- A Step: Associate Degree in Nursing with 36 months or less experience as a Registered Nurse. $33.81 - B Step: Associate Degree in Nursing with 37 months to 60 months of experience as a Registered Nurse. $35.30- C Step: Bachelor of Science in Nursing with 36 months or less of experience as a Registered Nurse; or Associate Degree in Nursing with 61 months or more of experience as a Registered Nurse. $36.46 - D Step: Bachelor of Science in Nursing with 37 months or more experience as a Registered Nurse.

Minimum Qualifications

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.

Thorough working knowledge of:

• Nursing principles and practices
• Professional ethics and standards of practice
• Case documentation standards and requirement
• Public health nursing practices and procedures
• Public health laws, regulations, and programs
• Health education techniques and delivery methods for individuals, families, and groups
• Cultural and ethnic diversity in Kent County and its impact on health practices and healthcare needs

NOTE: Must be able to provide services to clients in a variety of locations throughout the County and is responsible for providing their own transportation. Preferred: Spanish or other language proficiency, and knowledge of or interest in children's environmental health.

Additional Information

All Kent County Health Department employees, regardless of position, are required to have their immunization status assessed and vaccinations brought up to date in accordance with the current CDC recommendations for health care professionals, with exceptions only as required by law. Mandatory vaccines include annual influenza vaccination. Notices will come via email so please be sure to monitor the email address indicated on your application. Don't take our word for it that Kent County is a great place to work and thrive. Watch this video on why our staff have made us their employer of choice. Join Our Team! Your nursing skills can make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families throughout Kent County.

If you're passionate about community health, enjoy working with families, and want to be part of a team dedicated to improving the health of our community, we encourage you to apply! Bring your nursing experience, compassion, and commitment to public health to Kent County!

Why Work At Kent County?

• Invest In Your Future
• Make a Difference
• Be Part of a Team
• Lead with Integrity