Public Health Nurse - IAP - Center Based Services

Public Health Nurse

• IAP•Center Based Services Baltimore County•3.

6 Towson, MD Job Details Part-time | Full-time $73,504

• $84,227 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Conducting community outreach projects Direct patient care Local agency collaboration Family planning Employee orientation Clinic experience Mid-level Clinical instruction Preventive health (patient care) Medical records Home health Healthcare treatment Patient referrals Managing patient records Patient emergency assistance Vaccination administration Health education and counseling Home & community care experience Full Job Description JOB Pay Schedule III, Grade 18

N, Regular Schedule:

35 hours per week.

Vacancies exist in the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Clinical Services.

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application.

Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note:

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application notbeing considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected foran interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUST attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies areacceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proofof license(s) certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, and provides professional public health nursing services to individuals,families, and groups in the home, community, and health centers.

Provides nursing care, health assessments, health guidance, health education, and referral services to individuals,families, groups, and institutions.

Administers prescribed medical treatments and emergency care to patients.

Assists physicians and others in health clinics.

Provide Family Planning Services and child immunizations based on current federal, state, and local regulations.

Performs various health screenings.

Provides health screening education and counseling in the areas of disease prevention, health maintenance, andmental health.

Participates in the instruction, orientation, and oversight of new public health nurses, nursing assistants, volunteers,and others.

Prepares and maintains nursing records and reports. Provides education and develops initiatives to promote recommended vaccinations for older children and adults. Collaborates with various internal and external sectors throughout Baltimore County to ensure that all Baltimore County children receive access to age-appropriate immunizations and meet the state immunization requirements for school enrollment to prevent the spread of preventable diseases within their communities.

Oversees the assembly of and participates in various outreach and immunization clinic events to promote vaccine awareness and provision of vaccinations. The IAP nurse supervises and tracks children who are not fully immunized, ensuring the availability to receive the required vaccinations and that their records are appropriately updated. Examples of Other DutiesPerforms other related duties as required.(

NOTE:

The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimumqualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in theclass. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Physical and Environmental ConditionsThe work of this classification may include the performance of physical activities such as walking, standing, and lifting, theoperation of medical equipment and instruments, and travel throughout the County. Duties may expose incumbents tovarious bio-medical hazards.

Medical Examination and Employment Background InvestigationApplicant's selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physicalexamination, drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background,education and fingerprint check