What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Nurse position at Tooele County?
The Opportunity
Provides specialized public health nursing services to improve community health in Tooele County. The Registered Nurse performs services that prioritize the public health areas of prevention, early detection, and areas that address population health, including social determinants of health. This position requires specialized knowledge and judgment in their current clinical scope of practice in nursing based upon the principles of biological, physical, social sciences, and psychology
Example of Duties
- Assists in and manages all assigned public health programs, including programs dealing with immunizations, clinical preventive services, Medicaid case management, adolescent health, abstinence education, family planning, and community health.
- Assists in and manages the operation of a variety of clinics in Tooele County, including immunization, cancer screening, child health, and other specialized clinics as assigned.
- Identifies and refers to programs/agencies for preschool and school-age children, including children with special needs; assists with nutritional programs; investigates and provides appropriate services in cases of communicable diseases.
- See job description for additional duties
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in nursing
OR
Associate degree Registered Nurse with two (2) years of nursing experience
AND
Available for recall 24/7 for community emergencies
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Working knowledge of modern nursing practices and procedures; working knowledge of psychology and sociology. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, other agencies, and the public; ability to follow written and verbal instructions; ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Salary : $31 - $34