What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Nurse I/Float position at Franklin County (NC)?
Be the Heart of Community Wellness in Franklin County!
Franklin County is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Public Health Nurse to join our mission of promoting health, preventing disease, and protecting the well-being of our residents. In this vital role, you’ll provide direct care, health education, and outreach to individuals and families across the county—making a real difference where it matters most. If you're passionate about public service and committed to advancing community health, we welcome you to bring your skills and heart to our team.
**To Be Determined Based on Experience and Qualifications**
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Under direction of the FCHD Director of Nursing, and supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, this position provides direct clinical work within all our local health department programs including Child Health; Family Planning; Maternal Health; Adult Health; Immunizations; STD, Nurse Clinic; and in our Communicable Disease program when needed.
Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Fluency in Spanish/English preferred but not required.
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license upon hire.
Must have a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina by the NC Board of Nursing.
Required Immunizations:
The following are immunizations that we require for all employees prior to the first date of employment:
Two step TST (skin test) If you have had a negative TST within the last 12 months, you must have another one completed prior to employment
Proof of MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) immunity: You must have documentation of two doses of measles, mumps and rubella given at least 28 days apart or laboratory evidence of immunity or laboratory confirmation of disease
Hepatitis B series: Either evidence of 3 doses; signed declination form or lab evidence of immunity
Evidence of Tdap vaccine
Evidence of varicella immunity: You must have documentation of two doses of varicella given at least 28 days apart or a history of varicella or herpes zoster based on physician diagnosis or laboratory evidence of immunity or laboratory confirmation of disease
Salary : $59,376 - $62,345