Through the services of its departments, Nevada County's Health & Human Services Agency develops and implements programs that fulfill the County’s commitment to provide support to our residents. We are pleased to be recruiting to fill positions for Public Health Nurses (PHNs)!
Our Nurses are assigned to different areas of specialty consistent with their academic and clinical training to address a variety of community needs. Under varying levels of supervision commensurate with the level of each classification, our Nurses provide clinical or field services and population health initiatives, utilizing their professional skills. Each individual may work in direct services with clients, collaboration with partners, and community interventions to improve the health of all residents.
 
We are currently seeking two PH Nurses for the following programs and services.
One Foster Care Public Health Nurse assigned to Child Welfare Services, serving children in foster care and other families being served by this division of Social Services. Join a dedicated and committed group who seek to make our community a safer and healthier place for children in Foster Care! Typical work includes the following:

• Case management and maintenance of the Health and Education Passport. 
• Home visits incorporating developmental and safety assessments.
• Medical support and liaison for social workers.
• Collaboration with community partners.

One Immunization Team Public Health Nurse assigned to Client Care Services, providing education and outreach to healthcare providers, schools, daycare providers and residents of Nevada County in order to increase the community immunization rates. This Nurse will partner with local coalitions and community partners when possible. Typical work includes the following:

• Will provide immunizations based on best practice ACIP/CDC standards.
• Plan, implement and provide immunization services within the community to vaccinate high-risk populations, underserved communities and ensure safety-net for vaccine access.
• With the Immunization team, administer programmatic scope of work, including collaboration and planning meetings, state reporting requirements, and guidance of state and federal immunization laws.
• Facilitate and ensure County and community partner use of the California Immunization Registry (CAIR). 

Please be sure to apply for all levels you may be qualified for. 
Looking for work-life balance? These positions are full-time and benefitted, receiving a generous leave program which compounds as tenure increases. Combined with 11 standard holidays and 2 floating holidays per year, flexible schedules, and telework options, it’s clear that Nevada County cares for and supports employees striving for a balanced, healthy work and home life. If you prefer part-time work, please consider applying for one of our part-time temporary Nurse positions.
The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package for our regular staff members. In addition to a wide choice of medical plans and excellent dental and vision plans, our staff enjoy a full range of other benefits including complementary and voluntary life insurance, flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care, CalPERS retirement, a deferred compensation plan with both 457(b) and Roth options, and a tuition reimbursement program. Nevada County is also a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education.
You matter at County of Nevada. Your contribution, your worth, your ideas, all have a place here. We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media and hosted sites. We strive to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day. Bring your whole self to our place.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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