Public Health Nurse/Registered Nurse

Classification Summary

Watonwan County Human Services is currently seeking applicants for a full-time (40 hours per week) vacancy for a Public Health Nurse/Registered Nurse - Infectious Disease & Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coordinator. The salary range is $29.33 - $42.10 per hour.

Come join the Public Health team at WCHS! You will be a part of skilled, caring & knowledgeable professionals whose talents & contributions promote, strengthen & protect the health of individuals, families & communities in Watonwan County every single day!

Under direct supervision, the ID & PHEP Coordinator position will provide screening, counseling, & education for eligible participants. Coordinates with staff to write & maintain public health emergency response plans, manuals & standard operating procedures. Provides general nursing services including immunizations, tuberculosis case management, Women, Infant & Child & back up for other Public Health Programs.

Excellent benefits package including: 100% paid Single Medical Health Plan, Supplemental Insurances, Health Savings Account (HSA) or Voluntary Employees Beneficiary Association Plan (VEBA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 16 days first year vacation, 13 days per year sick leave, 10.5 days per year paid holidays, Public Employees Retirement Coordinated Plan (PERA) with a generous employer matching program. Eligible for annual pay and Cost of Living (COLA) increases.

For information on how to apply, see Examination Process section below.

Examples of Duties

• Assesses client's needs and the level of service required and coordinates service providers.
• Provides direct skilled nursing service to clients as recommended by physician.
• Uncovers health problems through observation, interviews and analysis of records and initiates appropriate action.
• Teaches the client basic principles of healthful living applying information from related fields such as nutrition, dental hygiene, safety, etc.
• Teaches and supervises family members and auxiliary nursing personnel proper nursing and physical therapy care of the client as directed by physicians.
• Communicates/consults with the physician, nursing team, home health aides, social worker, and other involved caregivers to coordinate health care plans to meet client needs.
• Performs diagnostic tests as authorized and interprets the findings to client and/or families.
• Instructs caregivers to recognize early signs of disease and deviations from normal health patterns.
• Assists client in obtaining medical supplies and establishes appropriate client service fees.
• Maintains case file documentation.
• Provides school health services to assigned schools.
• Provides input in program planning, the development of agency goals and the evaluation of the agency's programs and policies.
• Participates on pre-admission screening teams, community child protection teams, etc.
• Encourages community development by initiating or participating in action to address specific community needs.
• Represents the Public Health Department by addressing various public and private organizations, community groups, and members of the general public concerning policies, programs, responsibilities and activities to inform and elicit community support.
• May be assigned to work in specific public health program areas, such as WIC, MCH, EPS, etc.
• Provide in-service education to personal care attendants, home health aides, and housekeeping personnel.
• May supervise and evaluate personal care attendants, home health aides, and housekeepers.

Minimum Qualifications

Minnesota Merit System Minimum Qualifications
Public Health Nurse: Certification as a Public Health Nurse in Minnesota and current licensure as a registered nurse in Minnesota.

Registered Nurse: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota.

Watonwan County Preferred Qualifications
Fluent Spanish speaking skills helpful but not required.

Examination Process

The examination will consist entirely of a rating of education and experience.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are certified as a Public Health Nurse in Minnesota and possess current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota, submit an application here: 558-OC - Public Health Nurse

OR

If you have a current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota, submit an application here: 560-OC - Registered Nurse

For more information, contact Barbara.Salmela-Lind@co.watonwan.mn.us.