A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
The Barren River District Health Department serves the residents and visitors of Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Simpson, and Warren counties of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. BRDHD staff are committed to providing essential public health services in the community. Our mission is to serve our community with a commitment to excellence in quality service by protecting and improving the environment and health of people through prevention, surveillance, education, and partnerships. The Barren River District Health Department has an opening for a full-time Public Health Nurse I, Grade 17 to work at the Edmonson County Health Department.
Responsibilities:
Clinical nursing for all clinical programs in Edmonson County. The nurse in this classification would receive job specific training in the requirements and scope of practice of the various assigned health department programs and services. Practices may include WIC, pregnancy testing, STD/HIV testing, immunizations, vaccinations, tuberculosis, employee health services, etc. This position may also require travel/split time within the Warren County clinic as needed. This position will also include the arrangement and oversight of the local board of health meetings, in addition to other various administrative duties specific to Edmonson County. Travel will be required to other counties as needed after training is complete. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
The minimum requirement is an Associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited college, university, or school of nursing. 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). Applicant must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license. Why Work with Us? We understand the need for work-life balance. Our agency works on a typical Monday thru Friday schedule from 8-4pm- for a total of a 37.5 hour work week. We provide paid time off for vacations and sick days. 11 ½ paid holidays Our Comprehensive Benefits package is pretty great too. Excellent Health Insurance benefits Dental and Vision benefits (individual policies paid for by the agency) FSA/HRA options available Life insurance policy of $20,000 (paid for by agency) Retirement through the Kentucky Public Pension Authority (KPPA) And so much more! The minimum hourly wage is $24.68. After a successful 6-month probationary period, the employee would receive a 5% increase. Annually, employees receive a board-approved raise. Ready to make a difference?
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $24.68 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
