What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Nurse position at St. Louis County, MN?
Public Health Nurses in this unit provide services aimed at optimal pregnancy and maternal outcomes, child development, family stability, social emotional/mental health, and substance misuse recovery supports when needed. This position will implement our home visiting programs, Heart to Heart, Maternal Early Childhood Sustained Home-Visiting Program (MECSH), and universal home visiting. In addition, the role has responsibilities for emergency preparedness activities, community outreach, and referral management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Public Health Nurse (Pass/Fail):
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in nursing with public health nursing preparation.
- Possession of a Minnesota public health nurse registration certificate.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Public Health Nurse Senior (Pass/Fail):
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in nursing with public health nursing preparation AND two (2) years full-time paid verifiable public health nursing experience OR graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in a nursing.
- Possession of a Minnesota public health nurse registration certificate.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
Note: At the discretion of the hiring authority, the successful candidate may be considered for appointment at the Public Health Nurse or Public Health Nurse Senior level, contingent on minimum qualifications and department need. This would be determined at the time a job offer is extended.
Application Deadline: 11/13/2026
Salary : $32 - $43