Job Description

Classification Summary

Watonwan County Human Services is currently seeking applicants for a full-time (40 hours per week) vacancy for a Public Health Nurse or Registered Nurse - Sexual Reproductive Health Services (SRHS) and Immunization (IMM) Coordinator. ** Note there is only one vacany and this will be filled at the appropriate level based upon applicant's qualifications.


The salary range for the PHN is $32.14 - $43.46 per hour.
The salary range for the RN is $31.31 - $42.25 per hour.


Under the direct supervision of the Community Health Services Manager, the SRHS/IMM Coordinator will help promote services to eligible participants providing sexual and reproductive health counseling, voluntary and informed decision-making on sexual and reproductive health, information on and provision of contraceptive methods, sexual and reproductive health screenings and treatment, pregnancy testing and counseling, and other preconception services. This position also provides general nursing services including immunization and other duties as assigned as a back up to other public health programs with the county.


Excellent benefits package including: 100% paid Single Medical Health Plan, Supplemental Insurances, Health Savings Account (HSA) or Voluntary Employees Beneficiary Association Plan (VEBA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 16 days first year vacation, 13 days per year sick leave, 11.5 days per year paid holidays, Public Employees Retirement Coordinated Plan (PERA) with a generous employer matching program. Eligible for annual pay and Cost of Living (COLA) increases.



For information on how to apply, see Examination Process section below.

Examples of Duties

• Assesses client's needs and the level of service required and coordinates service providers.
• Provides direct skilled nursing service to clients as recommended by physician.
• Uncovers health problems through observation, interviews and analysis of records and initiates appropriate action.
• Teaches the client basic principles of healthful living applying information from related fields such as nutrition, dental hygiene, safety, etc.
• Teaches and supervises family members and auxiliary nursing personnel proper nursing and physical therapy care of the client as directed by physicians.
• Communicates/consults with the physician, nursing team, home health aides, social worker, and other involved caregivers to coordinate health care plans to meet client needs.
• Performs diagnostic tests as authorized and interprets the findings to client and/or families.
• Instructs caregivers to recognize early signs of disease and deviations from normal health patterns.
• Assists client in obtaining medical supplies and establishes appropriate client service fees.
• Maintains case file documentation.
• Provides school health services to assigned schools.
• Provides input in program planning, the development of agency goals and the evaluation of the agency's programs and policies.
• Participates on pre-admission screening teams, community child protection teams, etc.
• Encourages community development by initiating or participating in action to address specific community needs.
• Represents the Public Health Department by addressing various public and private organizations, community groups, and members of the general public concerning policies, programs, responsibilities and activities to inform and elicit community support.
• May be assigned to work in specific public health program areas, such as WIC, MCH, EPS, etc.
• Provide in-service education to personal care attendants, home health aides, and housekeeping personnel.
• May supervise and evaluate personal care attendants, home health aides, and housekeepers.

Minimum Qualifications

Minnesota Merit System Minimum Qualifications

Public Health Nurse: Certification as a Public Health Nurse in Minnesota and current licensure as a registered nurse in Minnesota.



Registered Nurse: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota.



Watonwan County Preferred Qualifications
Current BLS/AED certification.
Ability to speak and interpreter Spanish.
Experience in health promotion and prevention.
Experience working in public health, family health and/or WIC programs.



Conditions of Employment
Must possess a valid State of Minnesota driver’s license.
Must satisfactorily pass a criminal background examination.
Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.

Examination Process

The examination will consist of a rating of training and experience based on the information you provide in your application and your responses to the supplemental questions included in the application process. You must read the questions carefully, answer truthfully, and include any experience claimed in your answers to the supplemental questions in the Work Experience section of your application. Any experience claimed in your answers to the supplemental questions, but not included in the Work Experience section of your application, will not be credited.

HOW TO APPLY:


If you are certified as a Public Health Nurse in Minnesota and possess current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota, submit an application here: 558-OC - Public Health Nurse


OR


If you have a current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota, submit an application here: 560-OC - Registered Nurse


For more information, contact Barbara.Salmela-Lind@watonwancountymn.gov.

An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Work experience placement, Flexible hours,

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