Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health is currently seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who will serve our mission to create abundant and equitable opportunities for good health. 

We are looking for a professional who wants to be a part of a supportive, dynamic team working in a tobacco free environment. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse serves Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health by performing Advanced Practice Registered Nurse duties in clinical assessments and client needs. Assisting in the management of health and wellness for Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health clients. 

Essential Job Functions:

Provide direct services to clients to include:

• Provide preventive care, health screenings, physical exams, community-based primary care, and immunizations per Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health protocols
• Provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for common acute and chronic conditions
• Conduct patient histories, physical exams, diagnostic testing, and treatment planning
• Provide reproductive health services, including contraception counseling, STI testing and treatment, pregnancy testing, and basic gynecologic care
• Offer education and counseling on family planning options, contraceptive methods, and preconception health to support patients’ reproductive choices and overall health goals
• Develop and implement patient care plans based on evidence-based practices
• Perform laboratory tests and measurements and provide results to clients
• Provide low-level psychiatric medication management, including assessment, prescription, and follow-up for conditions such as mild depression, anxiety, and other common mental health concerns within scope of practice
• Initiate, adjust, and monitor low-level psychotropic medications, in collaboration with behavioral health specialists.
• Provide accurate, evidence-based education and counseling to clients
• Educate patients on wellness, chronic disease prevention, lifestyle choices, safe sex practices, medication adherence, and other public health issues to reduce health risks and improve community well-being
• Promote health and disease prevention through services such as immunizations, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes screenings, and other chronic disease screening
• Provide resources and guidance to patients and families for managing both physical and mental health conditions.
• Promote a holistic approach to health, incorporating physical and mental well-being in treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records. 
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to patient care, safety, and medication management
• Refer patients as appropriate and serve as client advocate
• Consult with medical consultant as appropriate

Plan, implement, evaluate, and improve organizational programs in area of responsibility

• Apply QI principles to meet or exceed performance standards
• Identify, collect and analyze data to assist with program planning, evaluation and improvement
• Exhibit critical thinking skills to effectively lead area of responsibility  

Coordinate program activities in coordination with Director of Clinic Services to include:

• Development of program objectives and provide quality guidance
• Monitor grant requirements and provide timely communication about program changes
• • Assist with completion and submission of grant reports as required
• Develop, implement, train and monitor policies, procedures and forms to ensure quality delivery of services in conjunction with the Director of Clinic Services
• • Interpret and enforce policies and procedures
  • Analyze and evaluate program activity to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
  • Monitor external changes in the technical and health system that impacts the programs
• Represent the Department to the community and other key stakeholders
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with key stakeholders
• Provide health education presentations for community awareness
• Participate in community outreach activities, health fairs, and public health initiatives to engage underserved populations and raise awareness about public health services

Submit cover letter and résumé to apply.