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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPublic Health Nurse II JEFFERSON COUNTY Job Description Job Title: Public Health Nurse II Department: Public Health Division: Nursing REPORTS TO: Director of Nursing FLSA Exempt(Y/N): No UNION: UFCW BBP: Potential Exposure HIP AA: Level I Salary Level: Grade 35 Location: Public Health Office - Approved By: Human Resources Manager . ,y J '`; 4 C - t> Approved Date: July 2021 J SUMMARY Provides Public Health Nursing services to individuals, groups, and families in health education and disease prevention in community health agency by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Organizes and conducts clinics as assigned May direct and instruct other Public Health Nursing staff. Educates and instructs individuals and groups of all ages in health promotion activities, including but not limited to immunization, family planning, communicable diseases, hygiene, sexually transmitted disease, tuberculosis, perinatal care of mother and newborns. Participates on an interdisciplinary team on behalf of patients. Refers patients to other appropriate community agencies and facilitates the linkage process. Teaches volunteers school screening activities, performs re-screening of vision, color vision, hearing and scoliosis and referrals as necessary, acts as a resource person to school staff. Performs case finding activities for communicable diseases or health conditions with appropriate follow- up treatment. Provides case management. Provides information and referral for clients to community resources and to Jefferson County Health and Human Services. Documents home visits and all patient related activities on appropriate forms and provides related statistical data to the Director of Nursing. Keeps confidential patient records, statistical records and CVR data. Responsible for continuing education via workshops, current literature and resources in order to act as a community resource. Jefferson County Job Description: Public Health Nurse II Page 2 of 4 Attends conferences,professional seminars and regular staff meetings as required for professional development. Orients new employees and performs other tasks and projects as assigned. Assists in coordinating and evaluating nursing programs as assigned. Carries out other Health Department activities as requested or essential to program/community functioning. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisory responsibilities. COMPETENCY: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate competency in the following: Analytical- Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures. Problem Solving-Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Project Management-Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget;Manages project team activities. Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Customer Service-Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills-Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork-Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Managing People- Solicits and applies customer feedback(internal and external); Improves processes, products and services. Cost Consciousness- Works within approved budget;Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources. Diversity-Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Ethics-Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Organizational Support-Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. Judgment-Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Planning/Organizing-Prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Develops realistic action plans. Jefferson County Job Description: Public Health Nurse II Page 3 of 4 Professionalism-Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure;Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality-Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity-Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner. Safety and Security- Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Adaptability-Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality-Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability-Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in nursing(BSN) from a college or university accredited by the National League of Nursing; and a minimum of two (2)years Public Health nursing experience in a Public Health agency. An appropriate advanced nursing degree or extensive clinical nursing practice in a variety of settings may be substituted for the two(2)years of Public Health Nursing experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, general business language,technical procedures,and governmental regulations. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers,regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write reports,business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, clients, and the general public. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, and ratios. REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of ACCESS Database software; EXPLORER Internet software; EXCEL Spreadsheet software and WORD Word Processing software. OTHER KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to establish rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles in a non judgmental and professional manner, including knowledge and ability to discuss explicit sexual behaviors and drug use practices. Jefferson County Job Description: Public Health Nurse II Page 4 of 4 Ability to communicate and work cooperatively with staff, community physicians and a variety of groups and agencies. CERTIFICATES,LICENSES,REGISTRATIONS Current Washington State Registered Nurse(RN) license in good standing and maintained in an active status without suspension or revocation throughout employment. Current BLS-CPR for Healthcare Providers. Valid Washington State Driver's License. PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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 frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 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. WORK ENVIRONMENT 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. CAREER LADDER POSITION This position is the second level position in a career ladder for Public Health Nurses. The entry level position is a Public Health Nurse I. Advancement from Public Health Nurse Ito a Public Health Nurse II within the career ladder requires meeting the requirements for Public Health Nurse II and a positive recommendation from the Department Director.