What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at Des Moines County Public Health?
Des Moines County Public Health is currently seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team full-time. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community through public health services and outreach.
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (on-call and weekends as needed)
Location: Des Moines County, Iowa
About the Role:
As a Public Health Nurse, you will provide client-focused care using the nursing process, assessment, planning, implementation, intervention, and evaluation. In coordination with other healthcare professionals, you will deliver services through a variety of public health programs, promote wellness through education and outreach, and support disease investigation efforts in partnership with the Iowa Health and Human Services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide nursing services across public health programs
- Educate individuals and communities on preventive health and wellness
- Assist with disease surveillance and investigations
- Collaborate with clients and healthcare providers
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Iowa
- Valid driver’s license
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $60,603.92 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person