Senior Public Health Nurse

Overview

Are you a dedicated nurse passionate about supporting community health? As a Senior Public Health Nurse in our Reproductive Health Clinic (RHC), you will help provide services in our local Criminal Justice Center (CJC) as part of a grant funded innovative sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening program for women of reproductive age.  In this position, you would perform STI testing and treatment for STIs. You would also provide education to clients on STIs and referring clients to follow up care, treatment, and community resources upon release from CJC.  Administrative tasks include grant required data tracking, quality improvement project during grant period, development and presenting community educational materials, and reviewing or changing protocols and procedures as needed.  This is a unique position in that you also will get to communicate and collaborate with RHC team members and CJC medical staff.

Beyond the clinic, you’ll collaborate with community partners, participate in outreach programs, and support clients in achieving their health goals. With a focus on education, prevention, and compassionate care, you’ll help promote overall well-being and make a meaningful impact on our community. Join our mission-driven team at El Paso County Public Health and help us create healthier lives for everyone. APPLY TODAY!!!

Senior Public Health Nurse:
Full Salary Range: $66,510.00 – $99,870.00 Annually
Hiring Range: $76,875.00 – $84,050.00 annually

This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, subject to change.
Under FLSA guidelines, this position is exempt.

Performs clinical public health nursing services in department clinics and in community outreach settings for assigned program area. Provides immunizations, immune globulin, placement and reading of tuberculosis (TB) skin tests, health testing, and education for individuals, families, and community groups. This position is part of the Public Health Nurse career progression series, which includes Public Health Nurse and Senior Public Health Nurse. This position may be subject to grant funding.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Manages clinic activities, providing health and history assessment, disease prevention, and health promotion activities.
Provides clinical public health nursing services in accordance with program and department guidelines. Screens and assesses clients for recommended services based on standard protocols and industry best practices.
As assigned, prepares, measures, and administers immunizations to clients in a clinic setting; counsels clients about vaccine reactions and effectiveness; assesses for immediate reactions to vaccines.
Administers TB skin tests and interprets results as needed.
Assists clients and their families in establishing goals and outcomes. Provides education, support, and referral resources in assisting clients in attaining their targeted goals. Evaluates client progress toward stated goals.
Maintains records, files, data collection, and prepares correspondence.
Provides education, support, and referral resources in assisting clients in attaining their targeted goals. Evaluates client progress toward started goals.
Develops and maintains community relationships to support client referrals.
Assesses the impact of local environmental, cultural, and social patterns on the public’s health through collaboration with service providers and systems. Collects, compiles, and analyzes data to identify needs and service gaps for individuals, families, and communities and informs the agency of the need.
Recognizes patterns of illness indicative of disease and environmental hazards. Implements action necessary to curtail negative impacts of disease.
Participates in Public Health outreach activities in the community. Serves as liaison between the medical and public health communities.
Responds to inquiries from the public, community partners, and providers.
Provides expert Public Health Nursing consultation within the agency and the community. Articulates the mission of public health and develops partnerships to accomplish agency goals. Interprets rules and regulations to sub-groups in the community.
Practices within the professional nursing model as described by the Colorado Nurse Practice Act.
As a Public Health Nurse, may be called upon to provide immunizations or support emergency response activities outside of the assigned program area as needed for public health response activities for which El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) is the lead agency.
Participates in departmental emergency planning and response activities.
Promotes public health within the community.
Takes personal responsibility to provide exceptional customer service in order to promote and maintain a positive Public Health image, constructive working environment, and foster pride and professionalism in the workplace and community.
Performs other duties as required.

Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority; however, may be required to provide expertise or limited guidance or direction to employees, such as overseeing work quality, training, and guidance. Typically serves as a subject matter expert on the scope of functional area.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision. This classification typically performs job duties by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor may be expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.

Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of operations and services of the public health clinic and outreach activities, interviewing, principles of preventive health care, and the proper use of medical terminology.
Knowledge and understanding of agency policies and procedures.
Skill in demonstrating a cooperative, professional attitude to cultivate relationships both within and outside the organization.
Skill in prioritizing and organizing multiple tasks and the ability to complete projects in a timely manner.
Skill in training and presentation.
Skill in using a personal computer and various software packages, including Microsoft Office.
Ability to communicate, motivate, and organize projects among a broad spectrum of personnel, frequently under deadline pressure.
Ability to respond in a flexible manner and reprioritize work as situations change.
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
Ability to identify problems and work creatively to develop resolutions and recommend corrective actions to supervisor, considering the impact of actions.
Ability to identify results of efforts and problems identified/potential problems and to develop and recommend corrective actions.
Ability to write and maintain accurate records and reports to meet management objectives.
Ability to maintain the security of sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to perform under pressure and when confronted with persons acting under stress.
Ability to work in an environment with potential exposure to infections, blood, and contagious diseases.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Required Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) or master’s degree in nursing (MSN).
Two years of nursing experience.

Preferred Education & Experience
Bilingual fluency and proficiency in English and Spanish, including reading, writing, speaking, and translation.

Licenses/Certificates
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must have current Registered Nurse licensure to practice in the State of Colorado; nurses with compact licensure must meet all licensure requirements set forth by the Colorado Board of Nursing within ninety days of employment.
Must possess and maintain a valid CPR Certification.

Pre-Employment Requirements
Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, and physical examination.

Work Conditions:
Work environment may include potential exposure to infections, blood, and contagious diseases; potential exposure to pets, secondhand smoke, and other environmental hazards. Some travel may be required; work may be assigned in various locations. Weekend and evening hours may be required. May be required to rotate day-call and night-call. Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 25 pounds and bend at waist or knees to get down to child’s level. Public Health employees are responsible for providing proof of vaccinations and/or tuberculosis testing as applicable to the specific position and must provide proof of completion of required vaccinations/testing or proof of initiation within sixty days of hire date.

The classification specification above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and minimum qualifications; specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the needs of the department/office and the particular assignment. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources Department.