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Grade 24

CLOSE DATE

03/18/2022

SUMMARY

Public Health Nurse Supervisors are responsible for overseeing and directing the work of Public Health Nurses working in one or more of the following areas: adult health, disease control, family planning, pediatrics/child care, maternity, tuberculosis, diabetes, sexually transmitted disease or emergency preparedness. Individuals in this job class perform a variety of supervisory duties including, planning and assigning work to subordinates, assisting subordinates with their work by answering questions and providing guidance, reviewing work for compliance with standards, policies, and laws, and conducting formal performance evaluations. In addition to these supervisory duties, Public Health Nurse Supervisors may also be responsible for performing many of the nursing duties of a Public Health Nurse.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

• Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.
• Trains, counsels, and/or educates patients/clients and families about treatment plans, chronic disease self-management, and future steps regarding medical care.
• Procures and/or manages inventory (i.e., supplies and equipment) to ensure the products and services are available to meet the operational needs of each department.
• Coordinates individual care by scheduling individuals for treatment or tests, referring patient(s) to other providers and following-up with individuals or caregivers to ensure continuity of care.
• Performs individual interviews and assessments to determine health status or potential risks, interpret patient information and make critical decisions about needed actions and treatment care plans; includes documenting notes/information about the individual (charting).
• Provides medical care to include administering medication and performing tests, procedures, or other treatments based on individual need or provider instructions; may include equipment demonstrations, training, and how to use supplies or equipment necessary for care.
• Cleans and prepares individual rooms and work areas both within and outside of agency facilities; may include calibrating equipment and making sure all equipment is functioning properly.
• Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following Minimum Qualifications are required for this job. You must demonstrate possession of these qualifications by providing a detailed description of your related experience in the work history section of your application. Please note that replicating or restating these minimum qualifications or the information from the Personnel Board’s job description as your own work experience will result in your disqualification. Please describe your work experience in your own words to represent the work you have performed that is related to the minimum qualifications for this job.

• Driver's license.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alabama or in a state that has a reciprocity agreement with the State of Alabama.
• Supervisory experience to include assigning and reviewing work, conducting performance evaluations, and coaching and developing staff.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPR Certified.
• Experience conducting training with staff.
• Experience in ambulatory care.
• Experience utilizing an electronic medical record.
• Experience in quality management and/or utilization review.
  

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability & Flexibility.
• Computer & Technology Operations.
• Customer Service.
• Leadership & Management.
• Mathematical & Statistical Skills.
• Oral Communication & Comprehension.
• Physical Abilities.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making.
• Professionalism & Integrity.
• Reviewing, Inspecting & Auditing.
• Self-Management & Initiative.
• Teamwork & Interpersonal.
• Technical & Job-Specific Knowledge.
• Technical Skills.
• Written Communication & Comprehension.
  

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGES:

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practices (e.g., formulating a Plan of Care) and the laws and regulations (e.g., Nursing Standards and Practice Law, Board of Nursing Standards and Regulation, Nurse Practice Act) governing the practice of Nursing.
• Knowledge of prescription and non-prescription pharmaceuticals used in treatment including why they are used, their dosage amounts, shelf life, recommended length of usage, and side effects/reactions. Includes oral, intravenous, and research/experimental drugs.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and vocabulary for accurately describing the human body and associated components, conditions, and processes in a science-based manner.
• Knowledge of lifestyle related diseases (e.g., heart disease, obesity, diabetes) that increase in frequency as civilizations become more industrialized, their treatments, and their prevention (a.k.a., diseases of longevity or diseases of civilization).
• Knowledge of infection control practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines.
• Knowledge of the appropriate set-up of different types of medical equipment based on procedure or examination being performed.
• Knowledge of public health laws, rules and regulations (e.g., contacting other facilities when dealing with individuals with STDs or communicable diseases so that they may be treated).
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed primarily within medical or healthcare facilities. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc., as well as use of medical tools and equipment necessary for the care and/or diagnosis of healthcare patients. May be exposed to a variety of adverse working conditions, including: exposure to bodily fluids and other bio-hazard materials (e.g., urine, sweat, saliva, blood, etc.), and exposure to contagious or infectious diseases.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Job involves physical exertion required for sustained periods of light physical activity such as walking or standing. May involve occasional lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS

Persons requiring special conditions to accommodate a disability when completing the application should contact the Personnel Board at 205-279-3500 before the announcement closing date. Qualified applicants who believe they will need reasonable accommodation in the examination process should complete and submit an Accommodation Request Form. You may obtain an Accommodation Request Form by contacting our ADA Ombudsperson at ADAO@pbjcal.org, or by accessing the "Request for Accommodation" form through the following website: http://www.pbjcal.org/

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County (Personnel Board) provides a public personnel system based on merit principles. The Personnel Board strives for the constant improvement of the public service by employing and developing the best qualified persons available. The Personnel Board provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, political beliefs, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Employment decisions are made by the Merit System municipality or governmental agency in which the position exists. Each Merit System municipality, agency, or jurisdiction administers its own equal employment opportunity programs in compliance with applicable state and/or federal laws and regulations.