NOW HIRING

The Montgomery County Health Department is accepting applications for a Full-time Registered Nurse Position. This position will be for a Reportable Disease /Employee Health/Clinic Nurse

General Duties:

• This individual will be responsible for infectious disease monitoring for Montgomery County which includes surveillance, conducting disease investigations, and assisting with management of community outbreaks.
• They will also be responsible for all functions of the employee health program which will include ensuring employees are compliant with TB assessments/skin testing, fit testing, and vaccinations. They will also assist with updating internal employee health policies and manuals to ensure compliance with OSHA such as Respiratory and Bloodborne Pathogen Plans and SDS sheets/manual.
• They will participate as an integral team member, collaborating with various departments and colleagues, including the Health Department Director, the Director of Nursing, Human Resources, the Environmental Director, and others as needed to advocate for employee health and safety. They will be responsible for the management of potential blood exposures, employee illnesses, and disease outbreaks.
• They will provide case management and treatment as indicated for clients with TB Infection and active TB Disease which can include direct observation of therapy, home visits, tracking and conducting investigations, providing education, and treating contacts of active tuberculosis patients. They will work closely with the Director of Nursing and contracted Infectious Disease Provider in this role.
• They will conduct COVID-19 surveillance for Montgomery County and assist with outbreaks when needed. Duties may include providing education and/or information to staff, physicians, clients, and the public on current CDC guidelines pertaining to COVID-19 as well as local disease trends.
• They will collaborate closely with and report directly to the Director of Nursing.
• Duties will also include providing clinic services including but not limited to WIC, Immunizations, and STI testing and treatment as needed. They may also include working special events in disease prevention efforts such as vaccination events and outreach.

Minimum Education, Training, or Experience: Nursing License. ADN or BSN Nursing is acceptable.

Starting Salary: $20.00-$25.00 per hour, negotiable based on experience

Benefits: This is a full-time contract position. The work week will be 37.5 hours per week.

Applications may be obtained at Montgomery County Health Department, 117 Civic Center, Mt. Sterling, KY 40353, or on our website at http://www.montgomerycountyhealth.com. Completed applications and college transcripts must be returned to the address above or emailed to lisa.lawson@mchdky.org by May 22, 2024. Resumes are welcome, but a resume will not substitute for a completed application. For further information, contact Lisa Lawson via email at lisa.lawson@mchdky.org or by phone at 859-497-2436. Employment may be contingent upon the results of a drug screening and background check. Montgomery County Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Public Health

Physical setting:

• Clinic

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person