Public Health Nurse Supervisor

Supervise the work activities and personnel of multiple nursing division programs at the Public Health Department and to perform related work as required.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with interviewing, supervision and discipline of nursing division employees including clerical staff.
• Orient new staff to policy, procedures of program, division and department.
• Plan, coordinate and evaluate the work of subordinate personnel.
• Supervise field staff and personal health programs and personnel.
• Supervise the execution of the medical orders, development of client care programs and nursing practices.
• Schedule program activity, meetings, and work assignments.
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of personnel records and reports.
• Assist with planning and conducting in-service training programs.
• Write goals, objectives and plans.
• Review program specific materials, pamphlets, etc.
• Prepare accurate, timely, detailed reports.
• Conduct program, division, or community meetings.
• Attend program updates and other training.
• Facilitate success of minimum program requirements and State of Michigan accreditation requirements for programs supervised.
• Other duties as assigned.

 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Nursing & Community Health  Director.
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervision of nurses and other department personnel.
 
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current registration as a nurse in State of Michigan.
• Bachelors Degree in Nursing required and a Masters Degree in Nursing (MSN) or Public Health (MPH) preferred.
• BSN candidates may be considered.
• Extensive knowledge of the basic sciences and the theory, technique and practice of nursing, including communicable diseases.
• Strong knowledge base of modern nursing techniques, administration routines and methods applied in health department.
• Manage and direct departmental operations, including budgeting, strategic planning. Knowledge of and interpret applicable federal, state and local regulations. Develop, apply and explain department and County procedure and policies. Plan and coordinate work staff activities, prioritize, instruct, set deadlines, objectives, measure success, and make recommendations and resolve issues. Methods of research, planning, conducting and implementing major studies or projects. Design and recommend new forms, reports or procedures. Ability to understand and work in complex data processing system, analyze data and exercise sound financial judgment. Analyze administrative problems, evaluate alternatives and implement sound solutions. Prepare and present reports, speeches or training programs to groups. Provide training and guidance in handling difficult or complex problems or resolving escalated complaints or disputes. Work independently with limited direct supervision. Coordinate activities with other departments.                                  
• Writing, reading, mathematical principles; proficient computer skills-Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook; exercise sound judgment and decision making in accordance with policies and procedures; ability to research and problem solve independently; knowledge of County operations and functions; ability to prioritize and time manage; handle stressful situations, provide effective and friendly customer service; support the County's mission and values; ability to think critically where necessary.            
• Knowledge or understanding of basic administrative tasks: operate standard office equipment; document management; prepare and maintain records, various correspondences and reports; answer general inquiries and refer as necessary; answer telephone calls, process mail, order supplies/equipment; prepare meeting agendas, attend meetings, record/transcribe/distribute minutes; entering, transcribing, recording, storing or maintaining information in written or electronic form with speed and accuracy; maintain calendars, arrange meetings, schedule rooms and equipment as necessary.                                
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with management, co-workers and clients; obtain and communicate accurate information; apply common sense understanding to complex instructions and respond accordingly;  communicate complex ideas through graphs, charts, presentations, reports or other professional correspondence.    

 
ESSENTIAL ABILITIES FOR ALL ST. CLAIR COUNTY JOB CLASSIFICATIONS:

• Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.               
• Ability to read, write & communicate in English; follow written and verbal instruction and understand basic mathematics and figure checking.               
• Ability to interpret and apply procedures, rules, technical information, instructions, manuals to complete tasks accurately and on schedule.                                 
• Ability to learn from directions, observations, and mistakes; and apply procedures using good judgment.                                                                       
• Ability to use discretion and maintain sensitive and confidential information.  
• Ability to work independently or part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others such as County officials, employees, vendors and the general public.
• Ability to work under supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counseling and/or action/discipline.                                              
• Adaptability to change in the work environment, managing competing demands and ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Proficient skills using Microsoft Office programs including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook required.  Proficiency may be tested.           

           
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Prior to starting employment, the candidate must complete a satisfactory background check.  The background check is understood to encompass all forms of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to: drug screen, physical, criminal background, driving record, sex offender registry, education, training and licensing verification, employment history, credit check, and professional and personal references.
• Must possess a valid State of Michigan operator license and maintain this license throughout employment in this position.
• Auto insurance and reliable transportation required.
• Required to report to duty when called upon in the event of a Public Health Emergency regardless of declaration.

 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
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 with or without accommodations.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Speak to others to convey information effectively.
• Read, interpret and understand procedures, rules, technical information, instructions and manuals.
• Hear and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Specific vision requirement includes close vision, distance vision, color and depth perception.
• Use hands to operate a computer, handle materials and operate equipment.
• Push or pull carts, reach with hands and arms forward, above and below shoulder level.
• Lift, move or carry objects, equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Sit, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl and kneel in an ergonomically correct manner.
• Stand and walk, climb stairs.
• Generally works in a normal office environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate with many interruptions.
• The employee occasionally works in areas where universal precautions and confrontation avoidance techniques are required, and is occasionally exposed to risk from bodily fluids or client actions.
• Due to the nature of the work hours may include overtime, evenings or weekends.
• Position may require occasional travel for training, various County departments and community events.

 
 
Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job requirements or duties performed.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
                                                                                                  
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: It is the policy of St. Clair County not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability that does not prevent performing essential job functions or because he or she is a protected veteran.

Salary : $67,782 - $82,616