What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Nurse position at Monroe County Rolling Hills – Sparta, WI?
Join our passionate public health team as a full-time Public Health Nurse who plays a vital role in disease prevention and promoting community health and safety. Enjoy a wide variety of tasks including leading community health programs, promoting health and safety, responding to health emergencies, and using innovative strategies to address health disparities. This role allows for schedule flexibility, diversity in tasks, and forming meaningful relationships that lead to lasting impact. New graduates are welcome to apply. As a Public Health Nurse you will serve the residents of Monroe County and make a difference in the community.
Successful candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or higher in nursing from an accredited program. Meet qualifications delineated in DHS139.08 of the Wisconsin Statutes as a Public Health Nurse by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Public Health. Must be licensed as a registered nurse in the state of Wisconsin. The ideal candidate will have two years of nursing experience with one year of professional work experience in public health or a community health setting. A valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and sufficient liability insurance is required. Candidates that are within six months of obtaining BSN may also be considered.
Our Public Health Nurse assesses and educates clients and provides community-based nursing services delivered to individual clients, families, and populations with the goal of preventing disease, promoting healthy behaviors, and protecting communities from threats to the health of the public. Assesses and manages communicable disease cases and outbreaks; investigates and educates regarding prevention and control in accordance with State mandates and statutes and maintains WEDSS (Wisconsin Electronic Disease Surveillance System) documentation. Develops and facilitates group presentations and/or education displays related to communicable disease, injury prevention, and other health-related topics. Organizes and manages various Public Health programs as assigned. Participates in community coalitions and professional meetings as a representative of the Monroe County Health Department.
Starting salary for this position is $31.39 - $33.90 hourly based on qualifications and experience. General working hours being M-F 8am-430pm; occasional evening work is required. Monroe County offers an exceptional benefit package. https://www.co.monroe.wi.us/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits
A Monroe County application is required. Applications are available on our website:https://www.co.monroe.wi.us/departments/human-resources/current-job-openings or can be obtained at the HR Department located at 124 N. Court Street, Sparta. If you have further questions, please contact HR at 608-269-8719.
Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. AA/EOE
Pay: $31.39 - $33.90 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $31 - $34