Public Health Nurse Practitioner (At-Will)

Job SummaryDelivers primary healthcare to patients; performs other work as required or assigned. This is an Advanced Working/Journey position, which works under general supervision. Positions at this level are assigned to perform the more complex and sensitive duties in the occupational field. The employee in this position may be assigned to train other employees and/or monitor the work produced by other employees. The employee performs diverse duties of an advanced and specialized nature. Judgment must be exercised in analyzing facts or circumstances surrounding issues. Work often requires development of recommendations and independent actions consistent with policies, general directives, and broad regulations. The decisions made affect the operations of the work unit and the organization. Discretion is required in the application of policies, procedures, and guidelines, and in selection of appropriate resources for use in accomplishing assigned work. This position is not covered under the Pinal County Merit System. Incumbents in this position serve at the pleasure of their respective Appointing Authority. The employment relationship of incumbents in this position is "at will" the employee may be terminated at any time, for any reason, with or without cause. Incumbents in this position serve at the pleasure of their respective Appointing Authority.Typical Classification Essential DutiesWork in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.Provide clinical assessment, diagnosis, and evaluation.Input computer data and perform analysis and documentation.Provide counseling for family planning and Well Woman program.Implement, revise, and evaluate clinical guidelines and protocols.Educate staff on protocols, current clinical events, and presentations.Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.Perform other related duties as required.To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.Minimum Requirements to Perform WorkMaster's degree from a Nurse Practitioner Program.One (1) year of nurse practitioner experience in public health programs.State licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner.Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of policies, guidelines, and standards of the Arizona State Board of Nursing and Nurse Practice Act.Knowledge of applicable Arizona Revised Statutes and County Ordinances regarding public health. Knowledge of Federal and state public health program regulations and requirements including Arizona Department of Health Services and Federal Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines, procedures, and standards.Knowledge of regional public health protocols, communicable disease issues, and reporting standards.Knowledge of regional community service agencies and other public assistance programs.Skill in operating a computer utilizing standard and specialized software.Ability to efficiently utilize the Electronic Health Record (EHR) platform to document patient care, enter computerized provider orders (labs/imaging), and capture medical billing.Ability to provide full-scope reproductive health services: contraceptive management, sexually transmitted disease diagnosis/treatment, pregnancy testing and counseling, and breast/cervical cancer screenings.Ability to provide effective nursing services and properly using medical instruments and laboratory equipment.Ability to assess community needs and identify public health issues and trends.Ability to use courtesy and respect in providing nursing services and responding appropriately to emergency situations.Physical DemandsThe work is sedentary and requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. The work also requires the ability to finger, handle, reach, perform repetitive motion, kneel, lift, speak, hear, stoop, walk, operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment, and demonstrate visual and mental acuity.Work EnvironmentWork is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.BenefitsPinal County offers some of the best benefits in Arizona! We offer a wide range of employee benefits. You can read more details about our organizations benefit program or you can review the list below:An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.Paid Vacation And Sick Leave 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued AnnuallyAfter Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued AnnuallyTen Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day OnePaid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous ServiceThree-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous ServiceFour-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous ServiceFour-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous ServiceRetirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!Top Tier Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Insure your whole family on a PPO plan for as low as $57.94/mo.Insure you and your children on a PPO plan for ZERO premium costComprehensive Wellness Program Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening EventsSkin Cancer Screening Events OnsiteBiometrics and Health Screening Events OnsiteFinancial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & OnlineFitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai ChiQuarterly Well ChallengesVaccination Clinics OnsiteVision Exams and Optometry Events OnsiteTuition Reimbursement ProgramAlternative Work SchedulesTelehealthQualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of EducationEmployee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development OptionsCivil Service LeaveVanPool OptionsShort-Term Disability – Employer PaidBasic Life Insurance - Employer PaidFlexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical ExpensesSuite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance