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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 clients 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 fulf ll 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

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