A Public or Community Health Nurse provides health care to community members and addresses community health issues ranging from infectious diseases to substance abuse, focusing on prevention and education as well as treatment. Works with a team of health care professionals; may work in a clinic, and travel within a community or between different communities. May serve as the primary health care provider in underserved communities.
Introduction Jefferson County Health Department promotes the health, safety, and well-being of all people in Jefferson County. The Health Department values advocacy, collaboration, empowerment, health equity, integrity, respect, and evidence based while carrying out their variety of programs offered to achieve our vision of healthy people, communities, and lifestyles. Position Summary
SOME ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Safeguards the community by assessing individuals and families through interviews, observations, and examinations to prevent the spread of communicable diseases. Ensures access to and linkage with clinical care by providing multiple nursing services and education, including pregnancy tests, mental health injections, blood pressure checks, substance abuse support, Tuberculosis (TB) skin tests, immunizations and referral to other community resources. Promotes maternal child and family health by providing services to pregnant women and families with young children that promote healthy pregnancy and parenting, provide breastfeeding support and developmental screening and guidance. Prevents chronic disease and injuries through policy development, community education and collaboration. Safeguard the community by assessing environmental health hazards. Salary Information Starting pay is $32.59- $34.14/hour based on experience and qualifications. Employees at Jefferson County Value Competitive Pay Excellent Benefits Great Coworkers Flexibility Advancement & Opportunity Family Feel Job Details The Health Department is currently hiring a Part-Time Public Health Nurse to provide a variety of professional public health nursing services to residents of Jefferson County. This position is afternoon weekdays, with rare weekend hours, where you can enjoy your Monday-Friday schedule. We offer flexibility and competitive compensation! Join our supportive, dedicated team today!
Qualifications Requirements:
Bachelor's degree from a college or university in nursing. CPR Certification State of Wisconsin Registered Nurse License Valid driver's license
Preferred Requirements:
Bachelor's degree from a college or university in nursing, plus two years of experience Experience with Communicable Disease control and prevention preferred. How To Apply For a full job description and link to apply online, please visit the County's website at www.jeffersoncountywi.gov. Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Deadline to Apply Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
