Temporary Public Health Nurse

Supervising Public Health NurseThe Supervising Public Health Nurse position works within the Kern County Department of Public Health. This role requires either one year of experience in a position equivalent to a Public Health Nurse II in a public health or community health setting, or four years of nursing experience with at least one year in a lead capacity. Additionally, candidates must possess a valid and unrestricted Public Health Nurse Certificate issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Registered Nursing, a valid and unrestricted California Registered Nurse license, and a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card. A valid California Motor Vehicle Driver's License is also required upon appointment.Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. A background check may be conducted for this classification. Following an offer of employment, post offer medical and drug screening tests may be required at County expense. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission. Candidates are encouraged to indicate acceptable geographical locations in which they would accept employment on their application form and must be willing to travel to these locations.Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.Kern County Employee BenefitsAs a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty hours or more per week, you are eligible for the following benefits:Health Insurance: Kern County offers five affordable medical options including Kern Legacy Health Plans and Kaiser Permanente. Employees may also choose from two dental plans and vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).Retirement Program: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA) provides a defined benefit retirement plan.Deferred Compensation: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account.Social Security Administration: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare.Employee Assistance Program: EAP is available to help you take control of your life!Voluntary Benefits: Chimienti & Associates offers short term disability coverage, accident plan, cancer plan, and a flexible spending account.Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days per calendar year.