Jobs Public Health Nurse I

Summary

The Pottawattamie County Public Health Department is announcing the hiring of a full-time Public Health Nurse I to serve citizens throughout 6 Counties in Southwest Iowa. 

This position will perform intermediate advanced human support work administering shots, conducting disease investigations; working with outside agencies, collecting lab specimens, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Public Health Nurse II. 

• We offer a family plan at $218.30 per month cost to the employee, with an additional $30 savings if the employee participates in the wellness program.
• $500 family deductible
• 100% employer paid long-term disability coverage
• Premium free dental coverage
• generous paid time off; sick leave and vacation leave
• IPERS retirement; Unlike benefits from other retirement plans, IPERS benefits aren’t tied to the performance of the stock market. With IPERS, you don’t need to make complicated investment decisions for your retirement dreams to become a reality.

Essential Functions

Assists with the general functions of the clinic.

Assists with comprehensive individual and family assessments.

Administers immunization shots.

Administers direct client care.

Orders supplies; enters medical records in computer system; reviews data for correctness.

Conducts disease investigations and responds accordingly.

Attends health fairs and collaborates with outside organizations on health promotion and disease prevention.

Assists with the emergency preparedness programs.

Collects lab specimens and/or performs testing; reviews and interpret lab results; performs phlebotomy work.

Essential Knowledge, Experience, and Ability

General knowledge of the principles, standards, practices and techniques of practical and vocational nursing. 

General knowledge of the dangers inherent in and the precautions to be taken in the use of drugs and other medication.

General knowledge of treatment, assessment, immunization and related medical services.

General knowledge of local and State rules, regulations, procedures and policies pertaining to nursing services; general knowledge of the principles of public health services.

General knowledge of the methods of organizing, coordinating and carrying out health and wellness programs.

Skill in administering examinations, tests and treatment.

Skill in the use of personal computers, associated software packages, hardware, and peripheral equipment.

Skill in excellent customer service.

Skill in administering shots and vaccinations.

Ability to exercise judgment in appraising situations and making decisions.

Ability to accurately maintain patient medical records and prepare reports.

Ability to handle confidential information according to established procedures.

Ability to solve problems within scope of responsibility.

Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Ability to diagnose and administer treatment of a variety of common illnesses and injuries.

Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.

Ability to repair and maintain assigned tools, equipment, and vehicles.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Administrators, coworkers, nurses, program leads, patients, and the general public.

Essential Education, Certification, and/or Licenses

Associates/Technical degree with coursework in practical nursing, vocational nursing, or related field

Registered Nurse preferred; and moderate experience assisting with general nursing operations, administering vaccinations, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications

Possession of State of Iowa Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse upon hire, Registered Nurse preferred.

Possession of Red Cross CPR certification, BLS and State of Iowa Department of Human Services Child and Adult Abuse certification upon hire.

Obtain Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, and 700, basic epidemiology training, blood borne pathogen training and Respirator Fit Test within 6 months of hire.

Valid driver's license in the State of Iowa.