New Hanover County (NC)
Public Health Nurse (Clinic Services)
New Hanover County (NC), Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412
Position Information
This posting is a re-advertisement. Candidates who have previously applied are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.
New Hanover County is seeking a customer oriented healthcare professional to join the clinic team at the Health Department. This position provides professional clinic nursing services to adults and children in various settings that include walk-in clinics for sexually transmitted diseases, family planning, and child health or specialty clinics such as the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) or Wise Woman Program. Must be willing to cross train in all clinic settings. Duties include administering immunizations and medications (oral and injections); obtaining medical histories; place and read TB skin test; providing detailed health education and follow-up on communicable diseases, child health, and other programs; conducting pre-counseling and post-counseling patient interviews; and documenting in the electronic medical records.
New Hanover County's Consolidated Human Services Agency is a single county agency that provides any combination of Public Health and Social Services throughout the county. New Hanover County Public Health is a fast paced environment comprised of a team of dedicated professionals who stay committed to the County's goal of superior public health and public safety by providing services in the areas of nutrition, personal health, environmental health, school health, maternal health, child health, community health, counseling, epidemiology, lactation, health education and health administration. Ideal candidates for the Health department must have an eye for detail, the ability to multi task and shift priorities seamlessly and an overwhelming desire to serve the citizens of our county.
New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. Supported by the work of our Office of Diversity and Equity, New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.
* Hours:
Hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. Must be available to work during emergency situations. Late clinic hours on Tuesday once a month until 7pm.
Salary Information:
Thehiring rangefor this position is$59,168 - $79,877. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.Bilingual candidates are eligible for a differential (5%) when performing Spanish language interpretation during the course of work.
New Hanover County offers:
* Employer paid 401k contributions; * Retirement planthrough the NC Retirement system; * Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position; * Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year; * Paid parental leave; * Paid community services leave to give back to our community; * Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; * Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options; * Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center; * Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; * Opportunities to make a difference in your community; * And so much more!
Please check out our careers page atwww.nhcgov.com/careersfor more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
* NC RN License * Bachelors Degree in Nursing * OR Associate's Degree in Nursing
* OR graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing
1 year of professional nursing experience
What will make your application stand out:
* Public health experience and/or experience in a fast-paced clinic setting preferred.
* Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus and is eligible for a 5% differential in pay.
Licenses/Certifications
Required Licenses/Certifications:
* Valid NC RN License
Other Information
Applicant Information:
After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for.All updates regarding an application can beviewedthrough your applicant portal.
This posting is a re-advertisement. Candidates who have previously applied are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.
New Hanover County is seeking a customer oriented healthcare professional to join the clinic team at the Health Department. This position provides professional clinic nursing services to adults and children in various settings that include walk-in clinics for sexually transmitted diseases, family planning, and child health or specialty clinics such as the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) or Wise Woman Program. Must be willing to cross train in all clinic settings. Duties include administering immunizations and medications (oral and injections); obtaining medical histories; place and read TB skin test; providing detailed health education and follow-up on communicable diseases, child health, and other programs; conducting pre-counseling and post-counseling patient interviews; and documenting in the electronic medical records.
New Hanover County's Consolidated Human Services Agency is a single county agency that provides any combination of Public Health and Social Services throughout the county. New Hanover County Public Health is a fast paced environment comprised of a team of dedicated professionals who stay committed to the County's goal of superior public health and public safety by providing services in the areas of nutrition, personal health, environmental health, school health, maternal health, child health, community health, counseling, epidemiology, lactation, health education and health administration. Ideal candidates for the Health department must have an eye for detail, the ability to multi task and shift priorities seamlessly and an overwhelming desire to serve the citizens of our county.
New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. Supported by the work of our Office of Diversity and Equity, New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.
* Hours:
Hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. Must be available to work during emergency situations. Late clinic hours on Tuesday once a month until 7pm.
Salary Information:
Thehiring rangefor this position is$59,168 - $79,877. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.Bilingual candidates are eligible for a differential (5%) when performing Spanish language interpretation during the course of work.
New Hanover County offers:
* Employer paid 401k contributions; * Retirement planthrough the NC Retirement system; * Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position; * Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year; * Paid parental leave; * Paid community services leave to give back to our community; * Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; * Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options; * Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center; * Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; * Opportunities to make a difference in your community; * And so much more!
Please check out our careers page atwww.nhcgov.com/careersfor more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
* NC RN License * Bachelors Degree in Nursing * OR Associate's Degree in Nursing
* OR graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing
1 year of professional nursing experience
What will make your application stand out:
* Public health experience and/or experience in a fast-paced clinic setting preferred.
* Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus and is eligible for a 5% differential in pay.
Licenses/Certifications
Required Licenses/Certifications:
* Valid NC RN License
Other Information
Applicant Information:
After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for.All updates regarding an application can beviewedthrough your applicant portal.