LEAD PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE - HEALTH SERVICES

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this position is to provide direction and support for programs and staff and assist in the planning, development and implementation of nursing programs and services. This is accomplished by developing and reviewing policies, writing and maintaining grants, developing and coordinating outreach campaigns, scheduling staff and assigning and monitoring tasks. Other duties include providing nursing services, and working with patients and caregivers.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:
Must be a Registered Nurse licensed to practice in the State of Texas. Must be CPR and First Aid Certified.

Driver’s License Required – Y Type - C

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must attach a copy of their licensing documentation, a resume, and a letter of interest to the application to be considered for this position.

Applicants must have the ability to wear and use the N95 respirator to perform essential functions of the Public Health Nurse position. Must meet immunizations requirements after employment begins.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function.

(S) Sedentary (L) Light (M) Medium (H) Heavy (V) Very Heavy
Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

# Code Essential Functions
1 L Regular and reliable attendance in compliance with given schedules is a mandatory requirement of this position. Schedules may be subject to change with or without advance notice
2 L Maintains program staffing by participating in the hiring process, scheduling and directing tasks and assignments, providing staff training and related services, monitoring assignments and results, and documenting actions.
3 L Manages programs by maintaining and updating policies and procedures, submitting regular reports of clinic activities, preparing grant applications, monitoring expenditures, coordinating and scheduling outreach activities, providing information to the public, and assisting in clinics as needed or required.
4 L Works with programs and provides services by reviewing reports of clinic activities, conducting investigations on specific communicable diseases, completing labs, entering information into databases, and providing emergency response as required.
5 S Reviews programs and serves on committees by reviewing programs in place, completing peer reviews, discussing staff needs and client issues, researching and reviewing grant opportunities, reviewing and controlling exposures, and reviewing quality assurance measures.

JOB CLASSIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

-Description of Minimum Job Requirements-
Formal Education Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Experience Over one year up to and including two years

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION - Clinic

Position : 1766001

Code : 1766-2

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : NURSING

Grade : EX 118

Job Family : 29-1141.00 REGISTERED NURSES

Job Class : LEAD PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE

Posting Start : 12/02/2022

Posting End : 12/31/9999

HOURLY RATE RANGE: $28.09-$35.13