539,117 Public Health Nurses jobs in the United States

Public Health - Registered Nurse

Salary: $53,372 annually

Job Type: Full-time

BENEFITS

Vigo County offers to full-time employees competitive benefit plans. These include Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, paid holidays, Flexible Spending Account Plans, 457 Plans, Life Insurance , and others.

Description

Incumbent serves as Public Health Nurse for the Vigo County Health Department, responsible for providing education, health, and nursing care to County residents and ensuring compliance with established policies, practices, protocols, and professional and public health standards.

Examples of Duties

• Manages the care of clients using established protocols, ensuring compliance with all applicable County Health Department policies and procedures, Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) standards, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPAA) regulations, and all other federal and state laws relating to privacy, confidentiality, and service delivery.

• Investigates reportable communicable diseases and enters information in Indiana National Electronic Disease Surveillance System (INEDSS). Provides education to infected individuals and their close contacts, submitting appropriate specimens to lab, completing/filing epidemiological reports and submitting to ISDH as required. Provides case follow-up as needed.

• Provides case management and administers medication to patients with latent or active tuberculosis. Manages Indiana State University's latent tuberculosis student medication.

• Provides education to parents, children, and adults on immunizations and healthy choices.

• Performs nursing assessments, including blood pressure checks, vision screening, hearing screenings, and weight and height measurements.

• Reviews immunization records, prepares and administers vaccines, and initiates reminders or follow up visits.

• Conducts hemoglobin checks and blood lead testing on children and provides lead exposure education to families, including providing lead poisoning case management for children with elevated blood levels.

• Evaluates the physical, social, and emotional development of children and makes appropriate referrals.

• Conducts home visits for TB patients, performs sputum collections, and provides education on TB exposure and isolation.

• Participates in health fairs and first aid stations at community events and serves as public health consultant to school nurses. Works in cooperation with other public health agencies in providing improved service delivery, including identifying needs, planning solutions, and developing effective methods of implementation.

• Assists with County CPR trainings.

• Maintains and updates nursing policies and procedures, and writes grant proposals.

• Maintains current records and documentation on services provided, and completes a variety of quarterly and annual reports as required by supervisor, Health Board, and regulating agencies.

• Organizes and maintains insurance billing procedures.

• Prepares and administers medications and/or treatment as prescribed by physicians.

• Investigates, documents and provides follow-up for complaints from the ISDH, local health care delivery agencies, private individuals, patients or family members regarding health care delivery within Vigo County.

• Maintains appropriate vaccine inventories and orders/purchases supplies as needed. Maintains proper storage and handling of vaccines, including required documentation.

• Responds to telephone calls and questions from members of the public, including scheduling appointments, making referrals, counseling, and providing health-related information as appropriate.

• Maintains current knowledge of medical practices and public health issues by reading professional publications and attending in-service programs and professional education workshops/training/conferences.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Associates degree and current licensing as Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana. Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Certification in CPR, TB skin testing, lead testing, National Incident Management System (NIMS) and/or other areas as required for public health programs/operations.

• Ability to meet all department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.

• Thorough knowledge of and ability to make practical application of standard policies and practices of the Vigo County Health Department.

• Knowledge of public health laws and accepted principles and practices of public health nursing, with ability to effectively examine and screen individuals, assess needs, and provide information, treatment, assistance, and referrals.

• Knowledge of health and social services available to County residents and ability to implement public health programs and facilitate referrals as appropriate.

• Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling and punctuation, and ability to prepare correspondence, patient charts, and detailed written reports as required.

• Knowledge of standard filing systems and ability to create and maintain Department and patient files.

• Ability to operate standard office and medical equipment, such as computer, calculator, telephone, copier, fax machine, scanner, syringes, blood pressure equipment, hemocue, audiometer, otoscope, stethoscope, and thermometer.

• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, ISDH, personnel from various health-related agencies, hospitals, schools, and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.

• Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of Department information and records according to state requirements.

• Ability to comply with all employer and Department policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.

• Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with difficult/distraught persons.

• Ability to effectively conduct field visits and resolve related emergencies and problems as situations demand.

• Ability to understand, memorize, retain, and carry out oral and written instructions and present findings in oral or written form.

• Ability to compile, compare, observe, analyze and evaluate data and make determinations based on data analysis.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate decimals and percentages.

• Ability to work alone with minimum supervision and with others in a team environment, often amidst frequent distractions and interruptions, and on several tasks at the same time.

• Ability to apply knowledge of people and locations, plan/layout work assignments, and manage time and resources effectively.

• Ability to use/interpret medical terminology/language and read/interpret lab reports, x-rays, and detailed reference books, medical texts, and nursing manuals.

• Ability to maintain positive public relations and present public speaking engagements and special events.

• Ability to occasionally work extended hours, evenings, and/or weekends and occasionally travel out of town for meetings/training/conferences, sometimes overnight.

• Possession of a valid driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

Supplemental Information

Incumbent's work is broad in range and often requires careful consideration of complex circumstances and variables. Incumbent performs duties according to established policies and procedures, exercising judgment to effectively develop and maintain health programs, examine and evaluate individuals, and provide information, counseling, treatment, assistance and/or referrals.

Incumbent reports directly to Administrator.

Incumbent assures proper implementation of public health programs. Goals and objectives of incumbent's work are known, with highly unusual circumstances and/or sensitive problems discussed with supervisor as needed. Work is primarily reviewed for adherence to instructions/guidelines, compliance with legal requirements, and continuing quality of Health Department services for Vigo County. On rare occasions, incumbent makes decisions in the absence of specific policies and procedures, and/or guidance from supervisor.

Incumbent maintains frequent contact with co-workers, other County departments, ISDH, personnel from various health-related agencies, hospitals, schools, and the public for purposes of exchanging information, maintaining cooperative work relationships, and providing education, information, counsel, and efficient health care services.

Incumbent performs duties in a health clinic, involving sitting/walking at will, sitting for long periods, keyboarding, lifting/carrying objects weighing less than 25 pounds, pushing/pulling objects, crouching/kneeling, bending, reaching, close/far vision, color/depth perception, handling/grasping/fingering objects, hearing sounds/communication, speaking clearly, and driving. Incumbent maintains considerable contact with the public and may be exposed to difficult persons or crying/screaming/struggling children. Incumbent is regularly exposed to normal health hazards associated with public health nursing for which universal health precautions must be followed to ensure safety of self and others.

Incumbent occasionally works extended hours, evenings and/or weekends, and occasionally travels out of town for meetings/training/conferences, sometimes overnight.

As an EOE/AA employer, Vigo County Government will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

*Washburn County* is seeking applicants for a Full-time Public Health Nurse position within the Health and Human Services Department. This position provides leadership in the community related to the core public health functions of assessment, assurance and policy development. This position is also critical in providing best practice Public Health information, services and other duties in times of a pandemic or other emergencies. Interaction with socio-economic and culturally diverse populations and community organizational partners is a key component of work activities. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited School of Nursing and current WI Registered Nurse License, preference for public health nursing experience. Must have valid WI driver's license. Starting salary range is $ 28.63 – $1.79/hr plus excellent benefits. For an application contact the Washburn County Personnel Department at P.O. Box 337, Shell Lake, WI 54871, Ph. , Fax , e-mail , or download an application from our County website at Resumes will be accepted but will not take the place of a completed application. Applications will be accepted until filled. EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28.63 - 31.79 per hour

Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Public Health

Work Location: In person

Locations: Odanah, WI

Type:Tribal

Salary Range:Salary Negotiable

Open Period:5/30/2025 until filled

Summary:For further information and how to apply, contact directly:

Job Announcement Flyer:

Duties:Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. ? Develops/implements policies and procedures for a comprehensive Community Health Nursing Program. ? Develops and implements the Tribe's CHN Quality Assurance program. ? Conducts epidemiological surveys, field investigations, research studies, and community assessments to appraise health needs. ? Plans, implements, and maintains appropriate health programs and services based upon data collected. which identify health needs and determine community health nursing priorities. ? Assists in the development and implementation of a written health referral system. ? Coordinates efforts with Tribal Health Programs, County Health Services IHS, the State Health Department, and other community agencies to provide an optimal level of health services and continuity of patient care. ? Responsible for communicable disease reporting via Wisconsin Electronic Disease Surveillance System (WEDSS). ? Develops a centralized registry management system. ? Provides skilled nursing to individuals and families through administering treatment, medications, and rehabilitative activities. ? Assists in providing health education and workshops to young parents in the community on a one-to-one and group basis. ? Assists with the coordination of the immunization program including management of the Wisconsin Immunization Registry (WIR), state grant, and immunization clinics. ? Assists in setting up immunization clinics within the community. Informs those who need immunizations of their importance, schedules appointments for immunizations, and refers to the FNP or CHN as needed. ? Prepares and submits required monthly reports to Tribal Council, Clinic Administrator, and Health Board. ? Provides nursing services and healthcare education at homes and BRHWC. ? Develops treatment and intervention plans based on healthcare asse

Qualifications:Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience: Required: ? A Registered Nurse with a BSN from an institution accredited by NLN is required. ? Must possess current RN license in the State of Wisconsin or have reciprocity with Wisconsin if licensed in another state. ? Two to four years' previous experience in nutrition, health, and wellness is preferred. ? Two years of supervisory experience. ? Advanced Public Health Nurse - Board Certified (APHN-BC) preferred. Other Skills and Abilities: Required: Knowledge and experience with computers, word-processing software, general office procedures, and experience with

Work Type:Permanent, Full

Announcement #:Community/Public Health Nurse

Salary : $70,005.00 Annually
Location : Eddystone, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Health Department - Personal Health Services
Opening Date: 07/11/2025

Summary
The Public Health Nurse - TB responsible for providing professional nursing services in clinics, homes and communities to ensure effective health promotion and disease prevention services, and other public health department duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

• Accurately document all drugs and vaccines administered, as well as the results
• Provide health education for TB patients
• Provide health education and materials at the request of county residents or clients and provide on-site education to health and health-related groups
• Provide accurate documentation of each interaction/visit with clients, or of the inability to complete a home, clinic or tele-visit
• Provide referrals to other county departments and/or agencies for services
• Attend continuing education programs and downlinks, staff meetings, program meetings, and meetings with other organizations and epidemiology team for outbreaks
• Conduct questions and answers on test specimens of blood and urine slides on a quarterly basis and participate in periodic chart reviews
• Serve as preceptor for graduate and undergraduate university students
• Participate in special educational outreach projects, such as health fairs, lead screenings, and vaccine events
• Some occasional evening and weekend hours required for special outreach events
• Other duties and tasks as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing (BSN)
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN), issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
• Must have experience treating patients with TB
• Community or Public Health experience
• Current CPR / First Aid certification
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check
• Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with a wide range of persons
• Ability to maintain and handle confidential information
• Ability to follow protocol, procedures, and established guidelines
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing circumstances and needs
• A strong work ethic and ability to manage a demanding and changing workload
• Strong relationship-building skills

Additional Information
*The selected candidate will be required to obtain, at their own expense, 3 forms of clearance, including PA State Police Criminal History Record Check; PA Child Abuse History; and FBI Criminal History Background Check including finger printing prior to employment.
**Delaware County requires all DCHD employees be up to date for their COVID-19 vaccination. Proof of vaccination must be submitted before a candidate's start date if hired.
The County of Delaware offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, retirement, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
01

Have you received or are you willing to receive the most current COVID-19 vaccination?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you willing to complete a form to authorize a background check to be conducted?

• Yes
• No

03

What is your minimum salary requirement?
Required Question

Title: Public Health Nurse Sr

State Role Title: RN II/Nurse Prct I/Phy Asst

Hiring Range: $77, ,871.50

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Virginia Department of Health

Location: CHESAPEAKE HQ

Agency Website: Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.

Chesapeake Health Department, (CHD), is seeking compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse to serve as a Senior Public Health Nurse (PHN, Sr.) in our maternal & child health (MCH) and Baby Care program area. This position provides case management services, in a home-based setting, for medically and socially underserved maternity and pediatric clients in the city of Chesapeake. The Baby Care program plays a vital role in promoting healthy pregnancies, positive birth outcomes, and early childhood development in vulnerable populations. The PHN, Sr. may supervise and mentor ancillary members of the MCH team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to monitoring program performance and client outcomes, data analysis and quality improvement to assess program effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement, and working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to ensure adherence to operational best practices and program guidelines. Other duties of the PHN Sr. include actively engaging with the community, serving as a primary liaison to health care providers, community partners and key stakeholders, participating in community-based prevention initiatives, and providing seasonal support for specialized immunization events.

In the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor, all public health nurses are required to assume other duties for the districts' emergency preparedness and response (EP&R) activities. This includes but is not limited to, points-of-dispensing (POD) mass vaccination events and shelter coverage. During declared emergencies, this will require an adjustment to work hours, location, job duties and participation in trainings to meet public health business needs. Additional potential work-schedule variations include participation in community outreach events and other EP&R assignments, such as communicable disease investigations, epidemiological events, and locality emergency shelter coverage.

Minimum Qualifications

* Must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR, able to be fit tested and perform fit testing for other staff in accordance with OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR ) (Ref.2) regulations
* Experience functioning in a leadership role; experience and ability to function independently in the home/clinic/community/school settings and prioritize workload
* Exercises sound nursing judgment; effective verbal, written, interpersonal/physical assessment skills
* Experience and ability to enter, review, analyze data and statistics and produce reports and/or recommendations from such information; ability to work in a fast paced, data driven environment
* Experience and knowledge of nursing process, health maintenance, disease processes, physical and behavioral sciences, case management process and basic principles of epidemiology
* Work effectively as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team
* Knowledge and experience in use of computers and computer applications; including Internet, Microsoft Office, and Google Mail applications
* Experience and ability to work with diverse cultural backgrounds
* May travel and some weekend and/or evening hours may be required
* Excellent communication, data interpretation and computer skills
* Must be able to demonstrate decision making skills, teaching, interviewing, counseling skills and the ability to analyze problems/situations and problem solve

Additional Considerations

* Public health experience
* If working with the EPI response team, Certified in Infection Control (CIC) preferred and experience in hospital or long-term care facility infection control

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history

background check and the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect

Central Registry check, U.S. HHS IG Exclusion List check, employment reference

check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, or other background checks prior to

employment may be required for certain positions. Completion of Statement of

Economic Interests will be required upon employment.

VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not

be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date.

Resume may be submitted in lieu of fully completed application. Please be sure all

pertinent work experience is included on your resume.

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource

management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with

race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks,

and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or

expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and

pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans)

organization, VDH honors the Commonwealth's veteran's hiring preference. VDH

employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of

our website: agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities

where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the

application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement.

For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring

agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be

made on a case-by-case basis.

Contact Information

Name: Natalie Newby

Phone: please refer to email

Email:

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE CLINICS

Deadline: September 9, 2025

Salary:

$80,983.22 (min) to $17,734.69 (max) annually with BSN

84,643.13 (min) to 123,231.54 (max) annually with MSN

Code : -1

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Posting Start : 08/26/2025

Posting End : 09/09/2025

Salary: $9,504.00 - $2,981.00 Monthly

Location : Salinas, CA

Job Type: Regular Full-Time

Job Number: 24/52E80/08PH

Department: Health

Division: Public Health

Opening Date: 08/15/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Position Description

A Drug-Free Workplace

Invites your interest for the position of

SUPERVISING PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE

9,504 - 12,981 per Month

Priority Screening Date: September 9, 2024

Exam # 24/52E80/08PH

Summary of Position

The Health Department's Public Health (PH) Bureau is seeking to fill two (2) fulltime Supervising Public Health Nurse (SPHN) positions in the Enhanced Care Management (ECM) program.

The Supervising Public Health Nurse (SPHN) coordinates and supervises the operation of health-related services and programs involving comprehensive case management, education, prevention, and collaboration with and coordination of community resources. These services are delivered by a team of professional, para-professional and support staff that collaborate to ensure comprehensive health services are provided throughout Monterey County. The supervisor uses principles of reflective practice and staff development to provide primary support and appropriate oversight to the nurse home visitors to build and model a strengths-based client-centered culture.

The ECM Program serves clients who are experiencing homelessness, have chronic medical conditions, are high utilizers of the emergency department and/or hospitalizations, and/or have severe mental health diagnosis. As part of the CalAIM initiative, the Bureau's ECM program is expanding to serve a larger proportion of individuals in Monterey County eligible for services. The SPHN will lead a multidisciplinary team of Community Service Aide IIs, Behavioral Health Aides, Licensed Vocational Nurses, and Public Health Nurse IIs. In this position, the incumbent will hire and train new team members, assign and review the workload of the team, and coordinate with partners. This will include the evaluation of program effectiveness, and provide technical expertise and recommend and implement policies and procedures to ensure ECM's daily operations comply with both long and short-term program goals and objectives and agency policies and Procedures. Additionally, the incumbent will also assist the PH Program Manager track expenditures and draft reports.

As of September 8, 2023, the Health Department may offer up to 10,000 signing bonus to candidates hired into regular full-time positions for this classification from this recruitment hired after September 8, 2023. Exam Plan 24/52E80/08PH.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis County-wide.

Examples of Duties

• Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of staff. Assists in hiring staff and recommends disciplinary action when appropriate; approves staff leave requests. Evaluates staff training needs and develops strategies for addressing training needs; promotes team building.
• Coordinates program operations with other county departments as well as other agencies.
• Coordinates, supervises, and directly participates in carrying out a variety of complex and varied health services programs.
• Assesses and anticipates program needs and recommends and implements policies and procedures designed to assure that daily operations comply with both long and short-term program goals and objects and agency policies and procedures.
• Provides technical expertise concerning the medical, nursing, technical, professional and or administrative elements of programs; evaluates and makes decisions on difficult programs or admirative problems.
• Prepares annual program planning documents; analyzes and provides cost and revenue input for budgets, grants, etc. Administers grant funds and budgets; evaluates financial aspects of programs relative to approved budgets and service plans. Participates in developing division objectives and priorities.
• Establishes methods for evaluating program effectiveness.
• Serves on relevant committees and task forces, as assigned; serves as liaison to state and other governmental agencies.
• Develops and submits a variety of management reports and program evaluation.

To view the complete job description, please visit the Monterey County website:

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Thorough knowledge of:

• Principles, methods and procedures of public health nursing.

Working knowledge of:

• The principles and practices used in public health program coordination and implementation.
• The principles and practices used in basic budget and grant administration.
• The laws, codes and standards applicable to specific public health programs.
• Community aspects, needs and resources relative to specific public health programs.
• Principles and practices of staff supervision and development.

Some knowledge of:

• In addition, depending on the particular public health programs assigned, each position in this class will require knowledge of the principles, techniques, methods and terminology used in specific medical specialties (e.g., maternal/child health, immunization, perinatal, communicable disease, STD's, etc.).

Skills and Ability to:

• Analyze, evaluate, and draw logical conclusions from data; evaluate problems, policies, procedures and formulate an effective course of action.
• Think creatively; develop new methods, procedures, or approaches to achieve program goals; exercise initiative ingenuity and sound judgment in identifying and solving difficult administrative and technical problems.
• Plan, coordinate and implement overall work plans to achieve a designated objective; coordinate multi-faceted projects and studies, including coordination and planning for resources, manpower and timing.
• Plan, directs and evaluate the work of others.
• Speak effectively before groups for the purpose of soliciting and providing information and/or persuading others to pursue a specific course of action.
• Write effectively to produce a variety of reports, correspondence and advertisement materials.
• Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted through the course of work; interface with community and agency representatives regarding issues of a sensitive or political nature.
• Work independently with little or no direct supervision.
• Understand, interpret and apply rules, laws, policies and regulations relative to specific public health programs.
• Follow oral and written instructions.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

Any combination of training, education, and/or experience which provides for the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

Education: Completion of coursework leading to a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with a certificate in Public Health Nursing which included courses in the principles of supervision and administration and public health.

AND

Experience: Two years of progressively responsible professional public health program experience which include lead-worker level responsibilities, and which provide a broad knowledge of public health programs.

Additional Information

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following:

• Pursuant to Title 17 of the California Administrative Code, possession of a license in active status, to practice as a registered nurse in California and possession of a Public Health Nursing Certificate.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority.
• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency.
• Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting.

BENEFITS:

Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package. To view the F Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing.

NOTES:

• As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions.
• Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9.
• If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.

Application and Selection Procedures

Apply On-Line at

or

Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours,

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: Michelle Cazola

Health Department

Attn: Human Resources

1270 Natividad Road

Salinas, CA 93906

Phone:

The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:

• A completed County of Monterey Employment Application
• Responses to the Supplemental Questions

All application materials must be received by the priority screen date for a guaranteed review. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Personnel Analyst Priscilla Herrera at and

01

Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Your responses to the questions will be reviewed and scored in a Qualifications Appraisal evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as this information will be critical in the competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your responses to the supplemental questions as incomplete. Note: All application materials submitted will be reviewed along with your supplemental questions and County of Monterey application.

• I have read and understand these instructions.

02

Do you have a California Registered Nursing License?

• Yes
• No

03

Please provide your California RN registration number and expiration date.

04

Do you have a California Public Health Nursing (PHN) Certificate? (Applicants that do not possess a Public Health Nurse Certificate will not be screened out but must have the certification at the time of hire.)

• Yes
• No

05

Please provide your PHN Certificate registration number and expiration date.

06

Please describe your experience, education, and or training that demonstrates your knowledge, skill, and ability to train, evaluate, discipline, and assign work to staff.

07

Please describe your experience, education, and/or training in one or more health programs that demonstrates your knowledge, skills, and ability to plan, organize, lead, supervise participate in or coordinate health programs, identify needs, and develop program objectives, procedures, and evaluation of techniques.

Required Question

Salary : $97,944.00 - $25,004.00 Annually
Location : 96001, CA
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 809_HHSA_PH_
Department: Health & Human Services Agency - Public Health
Opening Date: 08/14/2024
Closing Date: Continuous

CURRENT VACANCY IS WITHIN THE SHASTA COUNTY

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY - PUBLIC HEALTH BRANCH

SEE "SPECIAL REQUIREMENT" SECTION REGARDING POSSESSION OF A

VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE AND NURSING CERTIFICATE AND NURSING LICENSE

RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS REQUIRED

APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED WEEKLY UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

FINAL FILING DATE: ** CONTINUOUS **
SALARY INFORMATION

8,162 - 10,417 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / 47.09 - 60.10 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*

*Please refer to the appropriate Bargaining Unit Memorandum of Understanding for potential future salary increases* Please visit SHASTA COUNTY
Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere. With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
Health and Human Services Agency

The Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) partners with communities to protect and improve the health and well-being of Shasta County residents. Established in 2006, the HHSA is organized into four branches: Behavioral Health & Social Services, Public Health, Economic Mobility, with a centralized Administration Services. The HHSA promotes optimal health for all. The frail, the abused, the mentally ill and those without resources look to the HHSA for services and resources to meet their basic needs, and to protect their health and safety. This transformation improves efficiency, avoids unnecessary duplication of effort, encourages collaboration among programs and organizes the HHSA's services to be more responsive to the needs of the public.
The Public Health Branch focuses on community-wide prevention of communicable disease, chronic disease, injury, substance abuse, family violence, and lead poisoning. Public Health helps the community develop policies and support community environments that encourage healthy behaviors. It promotes nutrition and physical activity, healthy aging, worksite wellness and healthy communities. Public Health is also where the HHSA's emergency response unit is headquartered, and its laboratory provides testing services for Shasta and numerous other Northern California counties.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under the direction of the Specialty Health Services Program Manager, plans, organizes, supervises and evaluates the activities of Public Health Nursing and other assigned staff providing public health services; acts as liaison with other divisions within the Health Department, with other provider staff and community agencies; works to provide, interpret, and improve public health services in the absence of the Specialty Health Services Manager; and perform related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this class are distinguished from Public Health Nurse II positions by having the responsibility for directing Public Health services by providing leadership, responsibility, and supervision for the staff assigned to the team. Positions in this class are distinguished from PHN III positions by this position's primary responsibility for communicable disease control and the oversight of Public Health Nursing field services.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Plans, organizes, directs, supervises and evaluates the work of members of the public health nursing team in providing services in clinics, homes, and the community at large (including assisting in hiring, and providing training, motivation, evaluation, and, when needed, assisting in any disciplinary process); plans, organizes and supervises special programs, evaluates effectiveness of current public health nursing policies and practices, assists with formulating new policies and procedures; serves as the Department's Case Management Coordinator; maintains complete records, compiling and using reports and statistics for science-based appraisals, and monitoring health outcomes of target populations; prepares clear and concise reports; provides energetic leadership on activities and policies which impact the health of the community; provides liaison between the Health Department and other individuals, agencies, or organizations; conducts public/group meetings for the purpose of health education and prevention; provides guidance, leadership, and assists in the solution of problem cases encountered by the nursing team; evaluates the effectiveness of public health nursing services and community projects and initiates improvement as appropriate, conferring as needed with the Specialty Health Services Manager and with the Health Officer/Director; collaborates with and advocates for appropriate Maternal, Child, & Adolescent Health population-based services; assists in providing for on-going training and development for members of the team or other Public Health staff as directed; may represent Public Health Department on or before discussion groups, community boards, organizations and public or private groups, as assigned; participates with other Public Health Department divisions and community groups in identifying, developing, and improving needed public health services; and assists in increasing access to public health services for hard-to-reach populations and in improving the cultural competency of the Public Health Department as an organization.

QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience sufficient to directly demonstrate possession and application of the following:
Knowledge of: Current Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing public health; principles and practices of public health nursing as applied in public health practice and preventive medicine, in regards to assessment and planning of individual, family, and community needs; environmental, sociological, and cultural factors which influence individual and community health; principles of supervision, training, education, and team building; work of other social and health agencies and functions of other professions as related to the public health team; basic statistical concepts in public health; and current literature trends in public health and public health nursing.
Ability to: Exercise independent sound judgment and plan, organize, and carry out public health nursing activities in a leadership capacity; effectively supervise assigned staff; problem solve or assist staff in the case management of complex cases requiring advanced public health nursing skills; mobilize the community to develop partnerships and alliances to address high-priority community health needs; analyze, evaluate, and draw logical conclusions from data; assist in the assessment of the capacity of the maternal, child, and adolescent health system; speak and write effectively; develop and implement quality assessment and quality improvement activities; establish and maintain collaborative relations with public and private social and health agencies; analyze situations accurately; evaluate problems, policies and procedures, and take effective action; prepare and conduct, or delegate to assigned staff, specialized health education programs for targeted populations; apply the principles of primary prevention to the design, implementation, and evaluation of community-based health programs and strategic action plans; effectively represent the County at State, regional, and community meetings, as assigned; and actively promote the Department's mission and its population-based health outcomes orientation.
These standards are typically attained with a minimum of three years of nursing experience comparable to Public Health Nurse II or Public Health Nurse III AND Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

• Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California;
• Possession of a valid California Public Health Nursing Certificate;
• Possession of a valid California driver's license.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Shasta County HHSA Public Health is looking for a Supervising Public Health Nurse to lead a dynamic and dedicated team in the Public Health Case Management Unit. The candidate will ideally have one year of supervisory experience and be able to foster positive leadership to nursing, community education, social work, and administrative staff. The ideal candidate will work well with other departments, medical providers, the community, and diverse populations. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of policy and procedures and excellent written and verbal communication. The ideal candidate will be able to make an immediate positive impact on external and internal customers. With a professional attitude and appearance, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a desire for serving those in need while promoting community health and well-being. We welcome a candidate who is interested in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment. This position oversees Public Health programs and will act as a county liaison with the state. This position supervises public health nursing and support staff in providing comprehensive public health nursing services and case management to community members.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

1. Do you possess a valid RN license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California? Yes/No
   
2. If yes, please provide your RN license number. If none, please put "N/A".
   
3. Do you possess a valid PHN Certificate to work as a PHN in the State of California? Yes/No
   
4. If yes, please provide your PHN license number. If none, please put "N/A".
   
5. Have you worked for one or more years in a supervisory position? Yes/No
   
6. Please describe your supervisory experience and specific job classifications that you supervised as well as the time periods and organizations you supervised. If none, please put "N/A".
   
7. I acknowledge that this position does require a valid California driver's license. Yes/No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

• All new employees are required to have their paycheck directly deposited to a bank account.
• Some positions may require a valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record according to County policy.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for those persons who are disabled under the Americans with Disabilities Act to perform the essential functions of the position.
• As part of the selection process, all individuals provided with a preliminary offer of employment with Shasta County will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check (primarily completed through the taking of fingerprints). An image of your fingerprints will be captured and sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature of the offense, the date of the offense, the surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered.
• Based on the results of the background investigation and criminal history check, applicants may then be provided with an offer of employment conditioned on the results of a medical examination, which includes drug/alcohol testing.

• Shasta County participates in E-Verify. For more information visit If you do not have internet access, contact Personnel at to request a flyer.

• In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
• Positions in this classification are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the County and the Supervisory Unit SUPV.

• Employees in this classification are covered under the CalPERS retirement program. Depending on the provisions of the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and other applicable laws, an employee in this classification will be covered under one of the following CalPERS retirement formulas: (1) 2% at 55, (2) 2% at 60, or (3) 2% at 62. An employee in this classification will also contribute up to 9.5% his/her pay to this plan or will contribute such other amount to the plan as authorized by PEPRA and other applicable laws. Please visit our employees benefit page at for additional information regarding benefits and CalPERS coverage information. The provisions in this flyer and on the County's website are for information purposes only. To the extent the provisions of the flyer or the County's website are inconsistent with PEPRA and other applicable laws, PEPRA and other applicable laws shall govern.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURES
Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until current vacancies have been filled. A Resume and/or Cover Letter will be accepted in addition to the application form but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements such as, "Refer to Resume and/or Cover Letter," or "See Attached Resume and/or Cover Letter" the employment application must be completed in its entirety prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Closing date postmarks or faxes will NOT be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered.
Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof.

Veterans' Credit : Veterans (as defined by California Government Code section 18973) who have been discharged from military service under conditions other than dishonorable and who receive a passing score on all components of the employment examinations (up to and including oral examinations) shall receive credit for an additional five points to be added to their final examination score. To be considered for this credit, a veteran MUST provide a copy of his or her discharge document (DD-214 or equivalent) and information as to the type of discharge (honorable, dishonorable, etc.) WITH THE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE.

Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line at or submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office.
Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Requests for accommodations may be made to the Shasta County Personnel Office by the filing deadline posted on this bulletin. Shasta County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you feel you are being denied service based on a disability, our ADA Coordinator may be reached at ; relay service ; fax .
Shasta County will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Shasta County is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.
SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Shasta County Personnel

1450 Court Street, Suite 348; Redding, CA 96001;
NOTE: Various bargaining units may have benefits that alter from this general summary. This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to labor agreements (MOUs) for specific benefit information.

THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES

Holidays:

• 12 paid holidays (96 hours) per year.

Vacation:

• 10 working days a year during the first three years of service.
• 15 working days a year - 4 through 9 years of service.
• 17 working days a year - 10 through 15 years of service.
• 20 working days a year - 16 or more years of service.

Note - accrued vacation leave may not be used until after six months of employment. For purposes of vacation accrual, a working day is no more than 8 hours.

Employees may elect to receive a payment for Vacation hours (in lieu of use) for up to twenty hours - in five whole hour increments - of accrued vacation. *Subject to criteria as outlined in section 13.8C I n the Shasta County Employees Association MOU.

Sick Leave:

• 96 hours of sick leave are earned each year with no maximum accrual.
  • Employees terminating in good standing after completion of 5 years of continuous service will receive a pro-rata payoff of accumulated sick leave.
  • Unused sick leave may be converted to PERS service credit upon retirement.

Note - accrued sick leave may not be used until after three months of employment. Accrued paid leave benefits are used in conjunction with FMLA/CFRA as appropriate.

*Vacation and Sick Leave accruals are based on regularly scheduled working hours. Additional time will not be accrued on hours worked over 80 hours within a one pay period.
Bereavement:

• 24 hours for each non-concurrent death in the immediate family.

Health Plan:
Employees in the Teamsters bargaining unit are insured through a Teamsters Trust plan.
Depending on the plan selected, the County pays most, or all, of the employee premium, and contributes a portion of the dependent premium.
Contributions are made for a portion of a retiree's insurance premium.

Dental Plan:
The County pays a portion of the employee's and dependents' premium for dental insurance.
Vision Plan:
The County pays the employee premium and employees may enroll dependents at their own expense.

Life Insurance:
The County pays the premium for life insurance for most employees. The amount of coverage varies by bargaining unit. For SUPV employees the current coverage amount is 46,000.

Additional Life insurance is available to purchase through Aflac and The Standard.

Retirement:
The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.

• Members hired prior to May 8, 2011 are covered under the retirement formula of 2% @ 55 benefit.
• Members hired after May 8, 2011 but before January 1, 2013 are covered under the retirement formula of 2% @ 60 benefit.
• Members hired after January 1, 2013 are covered under the California Public Employees Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) with a benefit formula of 2% @ 62.

Please review the specific MOU for stipulated retirement formulas.

Employees pay 9.5% of his or her salary, on a pre-tax basis for a period of time as specified in his or her labor contract, or Personnel Rules as appropriate. Members hired prior to 2013 may have a different contribution percentage.

Miscellaneous:

• Deferred Compensation plans available through specified companies with employer contribution up to 3%.
• IRC Section 125 plan available for pre-tax payroll deductions for contributions towards un-reimbursed medical expenses and dependent care.
• Optional additional insurance products are available through Aflac.
• Employee Assistance Program through ACI Specialty Benefits.
• Golden State Finance Authority - Down payment Assistance
• ScholarShare 529 - College Savings Plan

SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice.

Shasta County Personnel
1450 Court Street, Room 348
Redding, CA


Comments, please email:
01

Do you possess a valid RN license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, please provide your RN license number. If none, please put "N/A".
03

Do you possess a valid PHN Certificate to work as a PHN in the State of California?

• Yes
• No

04

If yes, please provide your PHN license number. If none, please put "N/A".
05

Have you worked for one or more years in a supervisory position?

• Yes
• No

06

Please describe your supervisory experience and specific job classifications that you supervised as well as the time periods and organizations you supervised. If none, please put "N/A".
07

I acknowledge that this position does require a valid California driver's license.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

CURRENT VACANCY IS WITHIN THE SHASTA COUNTY

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY - PUBLIC HEALTH BRANCH

 

SEE "SPECIAL REQUIREMENT" SECTION REGARDING POSSESSION OF A

VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE AND NURSING CERTIFICATE AND NURSING LICENSE 

 

RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS REQUIRED

 

APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED WEEKLY UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

 

 FINAL FILING DATE: CONTINUOUS

 

 

SALARY INFORMATION

 

$8,162 - $0,417 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / 47.09 - 60.10 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*

 

* Please refer to the appropriate Bargaining Unit Memorandum of Understanding for potential future salary increases* Please visit SHASTA COUNTY

 

Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere.  With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

 

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

 

Health and Human Services Agency

The Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) partners with communities to protect and improve the health and well-being of Shasta County residents. Established in 2006, the HHSA is organized into four branches: Behavioral Health & Social Services, Public Health, Economic Mobility, with a centralized Administration Services. The HHSA promotes optimal health for all. The frail, the abused, the mentally ill and those without resources look to the HHSA for services and resources to meet their basic needs, and to protect their health and safety. This transformation improves efficiency, avoids unnecessary duplication of effort, encourages collaboration among programs and organizes the HHSA's services to be more responsive to the needs of the public.

 

The Public Health Branch focuses on community-wide prevention of communicable disease, chronic disease, injury, substance abuse, family violence, and lead poisoning. Public Health helps the community develop policies and support community environments that encourage healthy behaviors. It promotes nutrition and physical activity, healthy aging, worksite wellness and healthy communities. Public Health is also where the HHSA's emergency response unit is headquartered, and its laboratory provides testing services for Shasta and numerous other Northern California counties.

 

ABOUT THE POSITION

 

Under the direction of the Specialty Health Services Program Manager, plans, organizes, supervises and evaluates the activities of Public Health Nursing and other assigned staff providing public health services; acts as liaison with other divisions within the Health Department, with other provider staff and community agencies; works to provide, interpret, and improve public health services in the absence of the Specialty Health Services Manager; and perform related work as required.

  

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

 

Positions in this class are distinguished from Public Health Nurse II positions by having the responsibility for directing Public Health services by providing leadership, responsibility, and supervision for the staff assigned to the team. Positions in this class are distinguished from PHN III positions by this position's primary responsibility for communicable disease control and the oversight of Public Health Nursing field services.

Plans, organizes, directs, supervises and evaluates the work of members of the public health nursing team in providing services in clinics, homes, and the community at large (including assisting in hiring, and providing training, motivation, evaluation, and, when needed, assisting in any disciplinary process); plans, organizes and supervises special programs, evaluates effectiveness of current public health nursing policies and practices, assists with formulating new policies and procedures; serves as the Department's Case Management Coordinator; maintains complete records, compiling and using reports and statistics for science-based appraisals, and monitoring health outcomes of target populations; prepares clear and concise reports; provides energetic leadership on activities and policies which impact the health of the community; provides liaison between the Health Department and other individuals, agencies, or organizations; conducts public/group meetings for the purpose of health education and prevention; provides guidance, leadership, and assists in the solution of problem cases encountered by the nursing team; evaluates the effectiveness of public health nursing services and community projects and initiates improvement as appropriate, conferring as needed with the Specialty Health Services Manager and with the Health Officer/Director; collaborates with and advocates for appropriate Maternal, Child, & Adolescent Health population-based services; assists in providing for on-going training and development for members of the team or other Public Health staff as directed; may represent Public Health Department on or before discussion groups, community boards, organizations and public or private groups, as assigned; participates with other Public Health Department divisions and community groups in identifying, developing, and improving needed public health services; and assists in increasing access to public health services for hard-to-reach populations and in improving the cultural competency of the Public Health Department as an organization.

Any combination of education and experience sufficient to directly demonstrate possession and application of the following:

Knowledge of: Current Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing public health; principles and practices of public health nursing as applied in public health practice and preventive medicine, in regards to assessment and planning of individual, family, and community needs; environmental, sociological, and cultural factors which influence individual and community health; principles of supervision, training, education, and team building; work of other social and health agencies and functions of other professions as related to the public health team; basic statistical concepts in public health; and current literature trends in public health and public health nursing.

Ability to: Exercise independent sound judgment and plan, organize, and carry out public health nursing activities in a leadership capacity; effectively supervise assigned staff; problem solve or assist staff in the case management of complex cases requiring advanced public health nursing skills; mobilize the community to develop partnerships and alliances to address high-priority community health needs; analyze, evaluate, and draw logical conclusions from data; assist in the assessment of the capacity of the maternal, child, and adolescent health system; speak and write effectively; develop and implement quality assessment and quality improvement activities; establish and maintain collaborative relations with public and private social and health agencies; analyze situations accurately; evaluate problems, policies and procedures, and take effective action; prepare and conduct, or delegate to assigned staff, specialized health education programs for targeted populations; apply the principles of primary prevention to the design, implementation, and evaluation of community-based health programs and strategic action plans; effectively represent the County at State, regional, and community meetings, as assigned; and actively promote the Department's mission and its population-based health outcomes orientation.

These standards are typically attained with a minimum of three years of nursing experience comparable to Public Health Nurse II or Public Health Nurse III AND Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

 

* Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California;
* Possession of a valid California Public Health Nursing Certificate;
* Possession of a valid California driver's license.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

 

Shasta County HHSA Public Health is looking for a Supervising Public Health Nurse to lead a dynamic and dedicated team in the Public Health Case Management Unit.  The candidate will ideally have one year of supervisory experience and be able to foster positive leadership to nursing, community education, social work, and administrative staff. The ideal candidate will work well with other departments, medical providers, the community, and diverse populations. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of policy and procedures and excellent written and verbal communication.  The ideal candidate will be able to make an immediate positive impact on external and internal customers. With a professional attitude and appearance, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a desire for serving those in need while promoting community health and well-being. We welcome a candidate who is interested in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment. This position oversees Public Health programs and will act as a county liaison with the state.   This position supervises public health nursing and support staff in providing comprehensive public health nursing services and case management to community members.

  

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

 

* Do you possess a valid RN license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California? Yes/No


* If yes, please provide your RN license number. If none, please put "N/A". 


* Do you possess a valid PHN Certificate to work as a PHN in the State of California? Yes/No


* If yes, please provide your PHN license number. If none, please put "N/A". 


* Have you worked for one or more years in a supervisory position? Yes/No


* Please describe your supervisory experience and specific job classifications that you supervised as well as the time periods and organizations you supervised. If none, please put "N/A".


* I acknowledge that this position does require a valid California driver's license. Yes/No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

 

* All new employees are required to have their paycheck directly deposited to a bank account.
* Some positions may require a valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record according to County policy.
* Reasonable accommodations may be made for those persons who are disabled under the Americans with Disabilities Act to perform the essential functions of the position.
* As part of the selection process, all individuals provided with a preliminary offer of employment with Shasta County will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check (primarily completed through the taking of fingerprints). An image of your fingerprints will be captured and sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature of the offense, the date of the offense, the surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered. 
* Based on the results of the background investigation and criminal history check, applicants may then be provided with an offer of employment conditioned on the results of a medical examination, which includes drug/alcohol testing. 
* Shasta County participates in E-Verify. For more information visit If you do not have internet access, contact Personnel at to request a flyer.  
* In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
* Positions in this classification are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the County and the Supervisory Unit SUPV.  
* Employees in this classification are covered under the CalPERS retirement program. Depending on the provisions of the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and other applicable laws, an employee in this classification will be covered under one of the following CalPERS retirement formulas: (1) 2% at 55, (2) 2% at 60, or (3) 2% at 62. An employee in this classification will also contribute up to 9.5% his/her pay to this plan or will contribute such other amount to the plan as authorized by PEPRA and other applicable laws. Please visit our employees benefit page at additional information regarding benefits and CalPERS coverage information. The provisions in this flyer and on the County's website are for information purposes only. To the extent the provisions of the flyer or the County's website are inconsistent with PEPRA and other applicable laws, PEPRA and other applicable laws shall govern.

 

Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until current vacancies have been filled.  A Resume and/or Cover Letter will be accepted in addition to the application form but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements such as, "Refer to Resume and/or Cover Letter," or "See Attached Resume and/or Cover Letter" the employment application must be completed in its entirety prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Closing date postmarks or faxes will NOT be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered.

 

Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof. 

 

Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line at  submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office.

 

Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Requests for accommodations may be made to the Shasta County Personnel Office by the filing deadline posted on this bulletin. Shasta County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you feel you are being denied service based on a disability, our ADA Coordinator may be reached at ; relay service ; fax .

 

Shasta County will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Shasta County is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.

 

SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Shasta County Personnel

1450 Court Street, Suite 348; Redding, CA 96001;