Job Purpose and Objectives: This general public health nursing position involves direct nursing services for clients in open and      

                satellite clinics. Duties include immunizations, WIC, STD, Disease investigation, child health, and adult health nursing   

                programs. Work includes planning for and carrying out public health nursing programs and coordinating these programs

                with related services. Work is performed with latitude for professional independence and following established agency  

                policies and procedures under the general direction of the Nurse Administrator and reviewed through reports for results  

                achieved. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. 

Cultural Competencies: 

• Job Ownership, Accountability & Reliability: Follows up on and meets commitments; can be depended upon to be willing to work, do it properly, and complete it on time. Takes pride in the job and ownership of their work, and possesses a strong ability to stay focused on individual, department, and County results.  Faithfulness in coming to work daily and conforming to scheduled work hours.
• Communication: Clearly and effectively expresses ideas, instructions, and thoughts (verbally and in writing) so they are clearly understood.  Demonstrates a level of listening skill such that customer and co-worker needs are understood and resolved. Communicates respect for and recognition of the contributions of individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Customer Focus & Public Relations: Builds positive internal and external customer relationships; is committed to customer satisfaction; assumes responsibility for solving customer problems and ensures commitments to customers are met. 
• Initiative: Independently acts to resolve problems and provide solutions; seeks out new responsibilities; generates new ideas; practices self-development.  Able to follow through on assignments and take appropriate action with the appropriate amount of supervision for this position.
• Organizational Compliance & Safety: Complies with external regulations and internal policies, rules, and procedures to help protect the organization from fraud, waste, abuse, discrimination, and other practices that disrupt operations and/or put the County at risk.  Understands, supports, and follows safety standards as required by the job; keeps the workplace clean and safe.  Demonstrates appropriate use of and respect for County property and equipment.
• Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, and trust among the team; fosters commitment and team spirit; works cooperatively with others to achieve overall goals.  Readiness to respond positively to instructions/ procedures.

Essential Duties:

• Evaluate each client’s immunization status and administer per the direction of the supervisor.
• Responsible for obtaining laboratory specimens for the screening and/or the diagnoses of communicable diseases.
• Provides screenings for disease management under the direction of supervisor to assist community linkage.
• Provides health education regarding communicable diseases, family planning methods, and sexually transmitted diseases to parents, children, and the general public.
• Provides Physical screenings including vision, hearing, ASQ-3 AND ASQ: SE-2 screenings, and laboratory tests with appropriate referrals and follow-up.
• Counsels the client and family in meeting health needs including health promotions, nutrition, and chronic health needs.
• Complete all mandatory training for compliance with grant and program requirements.
• Perform duties related to Health Department programs to fulfill grant requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Requirements and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of professional nursing principles and practices, public health nursing theory, and practice of their application.  Comprehensive knowledge of public health-related issues.
• Ability to provide skilled nursing care based on scientific principles, basic behavioral concepts, and intelligent professional judgment
• Able to administer injections and treatments and to perform screening tests.  Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm while working under pressure in a busy environment
• Ability to work within the timeframe of standard policies and procedures
• Ability to maintain confidentiality related to sensitive company and client information
• Ability to work under moderate supervision by the Nurse Administrator
• Excellent ability to multi-task and prioritize in a busy, fast-growth environment
• Exhibit extraordinary discretion, confidentiality, flexibility, and willingness to work closely with our team
• Ability to work under moderate supervision by the Nurse Administrator
• Ability to work with clients of all ages including children. 

Education

• Must hold a national certificate as a Certified Medical Assistant or a Registered Medical Assistant and the certificate must be active and in good standing.
• Graduate from an accredited school. Must complete ICS training within six months of hire and pass required testing.
• Maintain current Assessment Certification, which includes Vision, Hearing, and ASQ-3 AND ASQ: SE-2 Certifications. Maintain current CPR Certification. 

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and 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 essential functions.

• Work location(s) of the job:
  • Indoors – Frequently. Usually well-lit, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation.
  • Outdoors - Occasionally
• Objectionable condition(s) found on the job:
  • Computer Use – Constantly
  • Driving/Travel – Occasional local travel, which may involve exposure to extreme weather conditions.
• Undesirable health and safety condition(s) under which employee must perform:
  • The work environment involves moderate hazards, risks, or discomforts. Exposure to communicable diseases requires Infection control measures. Minor to moderate injuries are possible from immunization and specimen collection procedures.
• Machines, Tools and/or Equipment Used:
  • Basic office equipment to include computer, copy machine, fax machine, printer, and telephone system.
  • Computer software programs and applications such as MS Office.
• Physical characteristics/requirements of the job:
  • Sit/Stand/Walk - Regularly
  • Kneeling – Occasionally
  • Crouching – Occasionally
  • Using Fingers/hands – Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.
  • Talking - Frequently
  • Hearing – Frequently; noise level is usually moderate.
  • Seeing – Constantly
  • Vision Abilities – close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Lifting/Moving – Occasionally; lifting of clients and equipment.
• Personal contacts:
  • Departmental – Regularly
  • Other departments – Provides information and data to other county departments and health agencies.
  • Outside the organization – Regularly

Veterans Preference Eligible (VPE):

Former military personnel or their spouse verified as a “veteran” under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum requirements of the position. The veterans’ preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager. Additional VPE information can be found at https://admin.ks.gov/services/state-employment-center/sec-home/vp/