Clallam County
Public Health Nurse I or II (DOQ)
Clallam County, Pasco, Washington, us, 99302
Salary:
$30.91 - $41.57 Hourly
Location :
Clallam County Courthouse, WA
Job Type:
Regular Full-Time
Job Number:
2024-75
Department:
Health & Human Services - Operations
Opening Date:
11/06/2024
Closing Date:
11/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit:
Teamster
Grant Funded:
Yes
Summary
Are you passionate about promoting public health and making a meaningful impact in your community? Do you thrive in dynamic roles that involve both direct patient care and public health initiatives? The County Health & Human Services Department is seeking a dedicated Public Health Nurse to deliver essential healthcare services, education, and support to the community.
Salary InformationThe compensation for this position ranges from $30.91 (Starting Wage) to $41.57 (Top Wage) per hour. This salary structure is based on the County's 9-step pay scale, with compensation starting at Step 1 demonstrating entry-level pay.
DescriptionKey responsibilities include providing outreach on health topics such as nutrition, chronic disease, and communicable diseases as well as organizing and staffing clinics for immunizations, disease detection, and school health services. Other responsibilities also include monitoring and reporting on vaccine use and communicable disease cases. This role also requires collaboration with schools, emergency responders, and community agencies to offer comprehensive care, including case management for children with special needs, opioid overdose follow-up, and infectious disease investigation. The nurse will also engage in public health emergency planning, offer syringe exchange and Naloxone training, collect data for research, and participate in community health assessments and policy development. This position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the health and safety of the community. If you are committed to advancing public health and serving others, we encourage you to apply and join our team!
Education/TrainingB.S.N. degree or related advanced nursing degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Associate degree from an approved nursing program for RN required.Current Washington State Registered Nurse license.Experience - Public Health Nurse IThis is the entry level class in the Public Health Nurse series. Some professional nursing experience is desirable.Experience - Public Health Nurse IIAt least two years of public health nursing experience comparable to a Public Health Nurse I with Clallam County.For a complete copy of the job description - click
HEREPublic Health Nurse I Pay Range ($30.91 - $37.66)
For a complete copy of the job description - click
HEREPublic Health Nurse II Pay Range ($34.12 - $41.57)
At Clallam County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Clallam County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.
County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical -Dental -Vision -Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)HRA Veba (select positions)Life and disability insurance (select positions)Wellness Benefit ProgramInfant at Work ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramTransportation Program/Transit PassTraining and Career Development Program
Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.Sheriff's Office Employees are covered under LEOFF2 and PSERS.Deferred Compensation:
Deferred Compensation Program 457(b) - Tax Deferred Savings ProgramDeferred Compensation Program 401(a) - Tax Deferred Savings ProgramVacation:
Generous Vacation and Paid Sick Leave
11 Paid Holidays Annually
New Year's DayMartin Luther King, Jr. DayPresidents' DayMemorial DayJuneteenth DayIndependence DayLabor DayVeteran's DayThanksgiving Dayday following ThanksgivingChristmas Day
4 Personal Days (32 hours floating holiday)Employment Vacation Donation ProgramVacation Leave Accrual (Unless otherwise provided by contract, all regular full-time employees shall accrue vacation leave monthly based upon the following schedule):
0-48 months = 8 hours per month49-108 months = 10 hours per month109-168 months = 12 hours per month169-204 months = 14 hours per monthOver 204 months = 16.67 hours per month
Sick Leave:Full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 8 hours per month. Eligibility for use of sick leave is established after one month of continuous employment.
** Part-time employee's benefit contributions and leave accruals are prorated.
NOTE:
This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Clallam County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Please contact Human Resources at 360.417.2402 if further clarification is needed.
$30.91 - $41.57 Hourly
Location :
Clallam County Courthouse, WA
Job Type:
Regular Full-Time
Job Number:
2024-75
Department:
Health & Human Services - Operations
Opening Date:
11/06/2024
Closing Date:
11/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit:
Teamster
Grant Funded:
Yes
Summary
Are you passionate about promoting public health and making a meaningful impact in your community? Do you thrive in dynamic roles that involve both direct patient care and public health initiatives? The County Health & Human Services Department is seeking a dedicated Public Health Nurse to deliver essential healthcare services, education, and support to the community.
Salary InformationThe compensation for this position ranges from $30.91 (Starting Wage) to $41.57 (Top Wage) per hour. This salary structure is based on the County's 9-step pay scale, with compensation starting at Step 1 demonstrating entry-level pay.
DescriptionKey responsibilities include providing outreach on health topics such as nutrition, chronic disease, and communicable diseases as well as organizing and staffing clinics for immunizations, disease detection, and school health services. Other responsibilities also include monitoring and reporting on vaccine use and communicable disease cases. This role also requires collaboration with schools, emergency responders, and community agencies to offer comprehensive care, including case management for children with special needs, opioid overdose follow-up, and infectious disease investigation. The nurse will also engage in public health emergency planning, offer syringe exchange and Naloxone training, collect data for research, and participate in community health assessments and policy development. This position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the health and safety of the community. If you are committed to advancing public health and serving others, we encourage you to apply and join our team!
Education/TrainingB.S.N. degree or related advanced nursing degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Associate degree from an approved nursing program for RN required.Current Washington State Registered Nurse license.Experience - Public Health Nurse IThis is the entry level class in the Public Health Nurse series. Some professional nursing experience is desirable.Experience - Public Health Nurse IIAt least two years of public health nursing experience comparable to a Public Health Nurse I with Clallam County.For a complete copy of the job description - click
HEREPublic Health Nurse I Pay Range ($30.91 - $37.66)
For a complete copy of the job description - click
HEREPublic Health Nurse II Pay Range ($34.12 - $41.57)
At Clallam County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Clallam County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.
County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical -Dental -Vision -Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)HRA Veba (select positions)Life and disability insurance (select positions)Wellness Benefit ProgramInfant at Work ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramTransportation Program/Transit PassTraining and Career Development Program
Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.Sheriff's Office Employees are covered under LEOFF2 and PSERS.Deferred Compensation:
Deferred Compensation Program 457(b) - Tax Deferred Savings ProgramDeferred Compensation Program 401(a) - Tax Deferred Savings ProgramVacation:
Generous Vacation and Paid Sick Leave
11 Paid Holidays Annually
New Year's DayMartin Luther King, Jr. DayPresidents' DayMemorial DayJuneteenth DayIndependence DayLabor DayVeteran's DayThanksgiving Dayday following ThanksgivingChristmas Day
4 Personal Days (32 hours floating holiday)Employment Vacation Donation ProgramVacation Leave Accrual (Unless otherwise provided by contract, all regular full-time employees shall accrue vacation leave monthly based upon the following schedule):
0-48 months = 8 hours per month49-108 months = 10 hours per month109-168 months = 12 hours per month169-204 months = 14 hours per monthOver 204 months = 16.67 hours per month
Sick Leave:Full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 8 hours per month. Eligibility for use of sick leave is established after one month of continuous employment.
** Part-time employee's benefit contributions and leave accruals are prorated.
NOTE:
This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Clallam County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Please contact Human Resources at 360.417.2402 if further clarification is needed.