Public Health Nurse

Introduction

Dodge County offers a generous benefits package including: Paid Time Off (PTO) –available for use after 30 days of employment10 observed paid holidays, Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA) – with employer contributions - HRA, Life insurance, Long-term disability and Flex spending, Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) - an exceptional pension plan with employer match (upon vesting) and lifetime retirement payment.

Position Summary

This position assesses and educates clients and provides community-based nursing services delivered to individual clients, families, public facilities, and populations with the goal of preventing disease, promoting healthy behaviors, and protecting communities from threats to the health of the public.

Salary Information

Starting Wage Range: $34.35/hr. - $37.85/hr. https://www.co.dodge.wi.gov/government/human-resources/benefits

Job Details

Essential Functions

• Assesses, evaluates, and manages communicable disease cases and outbreaks; investigates and educates regarding prevention and control in accordance with State mandates and statutes and maintain WEDSS (Wisconsin Electronic Disease Surveillance System) documentation.
• Provides leadership in planning, preparing, and responding to Public Health preparedness events, including mass clinics.
• Provides direct client services: Assesses, educates, and evaluates client needs (pregnant and postpartum women, infants, reproductive health clients, tuberculosis program clients, general public health clients) via home visits, clinic/office visits, or phone calls. Develops nursing care plans and coordinates care.
• Assesses, educates, and evaluates clients regarding acute and chronic health conditions, psychosocial, and environmental needs and refers to appropriate resources.
• Conducts physical examinations, assesses health of infants, children, and adults.
• Completes referrals to physicians and other medical services as needed.
• Organizes, manages, updates, and oversees various Public Health programs as assigned.
• Assists in the writing of grant proposals, and oversees grant activities, reporting requirements, contractual obligations, and performance standards/requirements.
• Dispenses and manages client medication. Immunizes clients and provides tuberculosis screening; performs venipuncture and collects lab specimens as indicated.
• Conducts public health investigations, case management, and follow up as needed.
• Prepares, updates, and maintains client records, utilizing various electronic health record systems.
• Plans, develops, and presents health education programs/classes.
• Facilitates and participates in community coalitions, and works with community partners to provide collaboration, outreach, and education.
• Participates in quality improvement projects and incorporates quality improvement principles.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education Required:

• Bachelors or better in Nursing.
  
  

Experience Required

• Must successfully pass criminal and caregiver background checks.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin of Wisconsin. 2 years: Work experience in general nursing practices. Equivalent combination of education and experience which provides necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
  
  

How To Apply

Interested candidates can apply online at Dodge County website.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.