Public Health Nurse

Summary Provides entry-level nursing functions and services to individuals and families under close supervision in a clinic or community setting, focusing on the prevention of illness, injury or disability, the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of populations. Responsibilities Conducts nursing assessments and assists with community assessments and epidemiological investigations, as appropriate, using CCSG service guidelines; develops and implements a plan of care based upon identified health risks; Provides basic nursing care to the client consistent with the Core Clinical Service Guide, Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, established policies, procedures and licensing laws; Documents services provided to the client according to standards of the CCSG and Administrative Reference (AR); Maintains confidentiality and privacy according to guidelines; Develops and conducts educational counseling and teaching activities for individual clients and families, and communities; Provides or assists in providing a variety of nursing services to particular at-risk or high-risk populations or populations with limited access to care. Minimum Requirements Must have RN license in Kentucky or compact state or provisional license in Kentucky, meeting all requirements of KRS 314.041 and approval to practice as Registered Nurse Applicant (RNA). Must maintain current RN licensure in Kentucky or compact state and complete required annual updates. Post-Employment Requirements Employees in this class will be required to obtain credentials outlined above within a reasonable time, and 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. Additional Requirements May be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to the agency’s policies. Probationary Period: initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111. Work Environment Work is spent primarily inside the clinic or community setting; conditions may change on occasion in performing the duties of an individual position. Equal Opportunity Statement The Local Health Departments do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request. For inquiries, contact Deann Cross at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr