Houston County, MN
Public Health Nurse
Houston County, MN, Caledonia, Minnesota, United States, 55921
Salary :
$70,137.60 - $92,331.20 Annually
Location :
Caledonia, MN
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Number:
2024-00074
Department:
Public Health and Human Services Department
Opening Date:
11/27/2024
Description
Houston County is seeking to fill a full-time
Public Health Nurse
vacancy in the Public Health and Human Services Dept.
2025 salary range: $70,137.60 - $92,331.20, plus benefits.
This position will work with various Public Health programs with primary focus on WIC, Maternal Child Health, Family Home Visits, and other outreach/screening programs involving families/children, and other duties as required.
Primary hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday.
No nights, weekends or holidays.
**INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST ALSO APPLY TO THE MINNESOTA MERIT SYSTEM** PLEASE SEE THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS ANNOUNCMENT.
POSITION PURPOSE:
A professional employee, acting under the general supervision of the Public Health Supervisor, a Public Health Nurse (PHN) is responsible for providing the full range of essential public health services enumerated in Minn. Stat. § 145A.02, Subd. 1a. Areas of Public Health Responsibility and Subd. 8a. Essential Public Health Services.Work in collaboration with Public Health unit colleagues to promote healthy communities and individual behaviors.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Although supervision is provided by the Public Health Supervisor, PHNs perform most work independently and have latitude in decision-making within the auspices of their professional license and certification. PHNs provide services to individuals/families through the following programs: Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutrition program; Home and Community Based Services, Family Home Visiting; Child and Teen Check-Up; Early Hearing/Birth Defect detention program; Follow-Along Program; lead program; immunizations; respond to public health hazards; and disaster response.
* Individual PHN positions may be assigned specific areas of focus based on their expertise and County need. Essential Duties
Essential Duties
1 .
Family Home Visitor (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families/Maternal Child Health)
Provide home visiting services to targeted families as part of a multi county collaborative based on evidence based quality standards
Track/document services and document both program performance and child/family outcomes Screen infants; assess growth/development Screen care givers for depression, anxiety, domestic violence; refer to community resources Coordinate services/programs with other PHHS units Provide quarterly/annual TANF and MCH data/reports to state agencies
2. Community Based Services/
Case Management
Conduct needs assessments
Manage a caseload inherent to Community Based Services including, meeting with clients; draft documents, e.g. civil commitment petitions and protection reports Maintain client charts/records in SSIS, MMIS, and PH-doc in compliance with law and professional standards Maintain contemporary, discipline specific knowledge of field of practice;
Maintain contemporary, knowledge of field of practice
3. WIC
Perform Competent Professional Authority (CPA) duties and certify eligible participants; gather and chart hematological/anthropometric metrics Breastfeeding coordinator/promotion
4. Provide essential public health functions pursuant to
Minn. Stat. § 145A.02,
Subd. 1a. and
Subd. 8a.
Work with staff to coordinate staff clinical nurse services
Identify population health concerns; provide screening for various public health concerns, I.e. Hepatitis B, blood lead levels, etc.
5.
Maternal Child Health
(WIC Clinic)
Provide oral health screenings/fluoride varnish applications Screen for domestic violence; refer to community resources Review immunization record; administer vaccines; record in the State registry (MIIC); monitor for adverse reactions in the Vaccine Adverse Effect Recording System (VAERS) Screen for anxiety and refer to service providers Provide lead screening, education, and mitigation resources Refer to community resources i.e. Head Start, Free and Reduced Lunch Program, Child and Teen Checkup, Follow Along Enrollment, Energy Assistance, etc.
6. Child Teen Check Up Coordinator
Target outreach and education to at risk children/teens in foster care ensuring wellness check ups Link clinics to insurance
Provide 1:1 client assessments/services
7. Early Hearing Detection Inventory and Birth Defects
Act on referrals from the MDH regarding newborns with identified hearing loss/birth defects Communicate with caregivers and assist in connecting them with educational resources Maintain contact with care providers; monitor cases
8. Follow Along Program
Enroll infants and children ages 0-36 months in developmental screening and monitor results Assess results of questionnaires and compile results Participate in regional quality improvement activities
This description describes the general list of responsibilities and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position and classification and are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work performed. The position description is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Qualifications
Employment Standards Education and Experience Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from an accredited university or college Current licensure as a registered nurse in Minnesota MN Public Health Nurse Certificate; met the coursework criteria set forth in MN Rule 6316.01000
-OR- Registered Nurse degree from an accredited school of nursing or university
Current licensure as a registered nurse in Minnesota *Ability to obtain the MN Public Health Nurse Certificate within 1 year of employment
-AND- Minnesota DHS Public Health Nurse Merit rated
Other Pre-Employment Standards/Requirements Pass a criminal history/background check
Preferred Criteria/Experience N/A
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Pre-Employment Strong working knowledge of the application of nursing practices and ability to apply nursing techniques Knowledge of public health nursing theory Knowledge of current trends in public health service delivery and the ability to apply the principles of public health nursing to families, individuals and the community Working knowledge of the principles of public health education, including contemporary educational public health curriculum development and pedagogy
Strong client centered communication skills and the ability to provide services to clients in a respectful manner
Knowledge/understanding of prescription medications and their use Working knowledge of communicable diseases and the characteristics of each Strong oral and written communication skills, inclusive of developing and delivering presentations to groups, and ability to communicate with individuals from various backgrounds and with whom may be highly emotional Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with Agency staff and the personnel of other County offices, clients, external professionals and agencies the media, and the general public
Post-Employment Working knowledge of SSIS, MMIS, PHDoc, MIIC, and VAERS Working knowledge of service eligibility requirements and available public and private community health and social service resources/functions Knowledge of the programs and policies of the Agency
General knowledge of available funding sources
Data Notice
Persons with Disabilities The above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the following represents the physical/environmental demands
FUNCTION
N/A
25% - 49%
50% - 74%
>74%
Office Environment
X
Sitting
X
Standing, Walking
X
Hand Dexterity - Simultaneous/ Repetitive Hand Movements
X
Typing/Data Entry
X Close Vision (Near Acuity)
X Distance Vision (Far Acuity)
X
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) X
Accommodation (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
X Hearing/Speech
X
Sedentary (Exert up to 10 pounds of force)
X
Light (Exert up to 20 pounds of force)
X
Lifting, carrying or pushing of objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds
X Lifting, carrying or pushing of objects up to fifty (50) pounds
X
Lifting or pushing of objects over fifty (50) pounds
X
Adverse movements such as overhead, bending, reaching
X
*Hazardous Working Conditions:
Incumbents may be subjected to airborne pathogens, blood, and body fluids.
NOTICE A County employee in this position may encounter non-public data as defined by Minnesota or federal law in the course of their position. Any access to not public data should be strictly limited to accessing the data that is necessary to fulfill the defined job duties. While data is being accessed, the employee shall take reasonable measures to ensure the not public data is not accessed by unauthorized individuals. Once the work purpose to access the data is reasonably finished, the employee must properly store and secure the not public data in accordance with applicable County policies as well as Minnesota and federal law. All employees are expected to become familiar with and comply with the requirements of the County's Data Practices and Data Security Policies. A breach of these policies may lead to disciplinary action against the employee.
Status: Exempt Job Category: Professional Labor Group: Non-union Band: C42, 2020: C42 Date Last Reviewed: 2014, 2018, 05.2020
PLEASE NOTE: APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION REQUIRES TWO APPLIATIONS BE SUBMITTED
1.
Submit your application to the Minnesota Merit System for
Public Health Nurse
by going to: and clicking on job posting:
Public Health Nurse - Houston County (558-28).
2.
Submit your online application to Houston County by clicking the
green "APPLY" button
on this page. Please attach a cover letter and copies of any applicable licenses/certifications. If special accommodations are needed to complete this application for employment, please contact the Houston County Personnel Dept. at 507.725.5822.
Houston County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employee Benefits Summary
The following is only a summary of benefits and information contained in the County's Personnel Policy. However, it should be noted that the provisions of the County's Personnel Policy should not be construed as an employment contract or a guarantee of employment.
Specific provisions relating to collective bargaining agreements or special rules established for particular departments are not covered here.
Vacation: Years Employed Hours Earned 0 - 1 3.08 hr./pay period, = 10 Days per Year 2 - 5 3.70 hr./pay period, = 12 " 6 - 10 4.31 hr./pay period, = 14 " 11 - 15 4.93 hr./pay period, = 16 " 16 - 20 5.54 hr./pay period, = 18 " 21 - 25 6.16 hr./pay period, = 20 " 26+ 6.76 hr./pay period, = 22 "
SICK LEAVE: Full-time employees earn 3.70 hours of paid sick leave for each payroll period, which equals approximately 12 days per year.
Part-time employees, who work 20 or more hours per week, earn prorated vacation and sick leave.
HOLIDAYS: Thirteen days during the work year are considered paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Spring Holiday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas. Part-time employees, who work 20 or more hours per week, earn prorated holiday pay.
PENSION:
All Employees earning over $5,100.00 per year are automatically enrolled in PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association). This is a mandatory, defined benefit pension plan to which all eligible employees contribute 6.50% of their gross earnings.
INSURANCE : Houston County currently offers eligible employees a high deductible health plan with an
employer funded
HSA/VEBA option. 2025 employee premiums are $54.52 per month for single coverage and $426.12 per month for family coverage. Medica is our insurance provider.The County also has a term life insurance program for employees, which provides a $10,000 death benefit at no cost for full?time workers. For a minimal amount, dependent coverage is also available; $5,000 on spouses; and $2,500 on minor children. Part-time employees, who work 20 or more hours per week, are eligible to participate in the insurance program and pay a prorated portion of the premiums.
Additional Benefits: Voluntary plans include: dental insurance; a vision plan, long-term disability coverage; additional life insurance; flexible spending account (health care and dependent day care); and deferred compensation.
Note:
This is a generalization of the benefits available through Houston County.
01
Are you currently licensed as a Registered Nurse?
Yes No
02
If you answered yes to question #1, what is your highest level of education in the field of Nursing?
Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree
03
Do you currently hold a Public Health Nurse Certificate?
Yes No
04
Have you completed the Minnesota Merit System application for Public Health Nurse?
Yes No
Required Question
$70,137.60 - $92,331.20 Annually
Location :
Caledonia, MN
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Number:
2024-00074
Department:
Public Health and Human Services Department
Opening Date:
11/27/2024
Description
Houston County is seeking to fill a full-time
Public Health Nurse
vacancy in the Public Health and Human Services Dept.
2025 salary range: $70,137.60 - $92,331.20, plus benefits.
This position will work with various Public Health programs with primary focus on WIC, Maternal Child Health, Family Home Visits, and other outreach/screening programs involving families/children, and other duties as required.
Primary hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday.
No nights, weekends or holidays.
**INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST ALSO APPLY TO THE MINNESOTA MERIT SYSTEM** PLEASE SEE THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS ANNOUNCMENT.
POSITION PURPOSE:
A professional employee, acting under the general supervision of the Public Health Supervisor, a Public Health Nurse (PHN) is responsible for providing the full range of essential public health services enumerated in Minn. Stat. § 145A.02, Subd. 1a. Areas of Public Health Responsibility and Subd. 8a. Essential Public Health Services.Work in collaboration with Public Health unit colleagues to promote healthy communities and individual behaviors.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Although supervision is provided by the Public Health Supervisor, PHNs perform most work independently and have latitude in decision-making within the auspices of their professional license and certification. PHNs provide services to individuals/families through the following programs: Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutrition program; Home and Community Based Services, Family Home Visiting; Child and Teen Check-Up; Early Hearing/Birth Defect detention program; Follow-Along Program; lead program; immunizations; respond to public health hazards; and disaster response.
* Individual PHN positions may be assigned specific areas of focus based on their expertise and County need. Essential Duties
Essential Duties
1 .
Family Home Visitor (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families/Maternal Child Health)
Provide home visiting services to targeted families as part of a multi county collaborative based on evidence based quality standards
Track/document services and document both program performance and child/family outcomes Screen infants; assess growth/development Screen care givers for depression, anxiety, domestic violence; refer to community resources Coordinate services/programs with other PHHS units Provide quarterly/annual TANF and MCH data/reports to state agencies
2. Community Based Services/
Case Management
Conduct needs assessments
Manage a caseload inherent to Community Based Services including, meeting with clients; draft documents, e.g. civil commitment petitions and protection reports Maintain client charts/records in SSIS, MMIS, and PH-doc in compliance with law and professional standards Maintain contemporary, discipline specific knowledge of field of practice;
Maintain contemporary, knowledge of field of practice
3. WIC
Perform Competent Professional Authority (CPA) duties and certify eligible participants; gather and chart hematological/anthropometric metrics Breastfeeding coordinator/promotion
4. Provide essential public health functions pursuant to
Minn. Stat. § 145A.02,
Subd. 1a. and
Subd. 8a.
Work with staff to coordinate staff clinical nurse services
Identify population health concerns; provide screening for various public health concerns, I.e. Hepatitis B, blood lead levels, etc.
5.
Maternal Child Health
(WIC Clinic)
Provide oral health screenings/fluoride varnish applications Screen for domestic violence; refer to community resources Review immunization record; administer vaccines; record in the State registry (MIIC); monitor for adverse reactions in the Vaccine Adverse Effect Recording System (VAERS) Screen for anxiety and refer to service providers Provide lead screening, education, and mitigation resources Refer to community resources i.e. Head Start, Free and Reduced Lunch Program, Child and Teen Checkup, Follow Along Enrollment, Energy Assistance, etc.
6. Child Teen Check Up Coordinator
Target outreach and education to at risk children/teens in foster care ensuring wellness check ups Link clinics to insurance
Provide 1:1 client assessments/services
7. Early Hearing Detection Inventory and Birth Defects
Act on referrals from the MDH regarding newborns with identified hearing loss/birth defects Communicate with caregivers and assist in connecting them with educational resources Maintain contact with care providers; monitor cases
8. Follow Along Program
Enroll infants and children ages 0-36 months in developmental screening and monitor results Assess results of questionnaires and compile results Participate in regional quality improvement activities
This description describes the general list of responsibilities and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position and classification and are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work performed. The position description is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Qualifications
Employment Standards Education and Experience Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from an accredited university or college Current licensure as a registered nurse in Minnesota MN Public Health Nurse Certificate; met the coursework criteria set forth in MN Rule 6316.01000
-OR- Registered Nurse degree from an accredited school of nursing or university
Current licensure as a registered nurse in Minnesota *Ability to obtain the MN Public Health Nurse Certificate within 1 year of employment
-AND- Minnesota DHS Public Health Nurse Merit rated
Other Pre-Employment Standards/Requirements Pass a criminal history/background check
Preferred Criteria/Experience N/A
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Pre-Employment Strong working knowledge of the application of nursing practices and ability to apply nursing techniques Knowledge of public health nursing theory Knowledge of current trends in public health service delivery and the ability to apply the principles of public health nursing to families, individuals and the community Working knowledge of the principles of public health education, including contemporary educational public health curriculum development and pedagogy
Strong client centered communication skills and the ability to provide services to clients in a respectful manner
Knowledge/understanding of prescription medications and their use Working knowledge of communicable diseases and the characteristics of each Strong oral and written communication skills, inclusive of developing and delivering presentations to groups, and ability to communicate with individuals from various backgrounds and with whom may be highly emotional Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with Agency staff and the personnel of other County offices, clients, external professionals and agencies the media, and the general public
Post-Employment Working knowledge of SSIS, MMIS, PHDoc, MIIC, and VAERS Working knowledge of service eligibility requirements and available public and private community health and social service resources/functions Knowledge of the programs and policies of the Agency
General knowledge of available funding sources
Data Notice
Persons with Disabilities The above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the following represents the physical/environmental demands
FUNCTION
N/A
25% - 49%
50% - 74%
>74%
Office Environment
X
Sitting
X
Standing, Walking
X
Hand Dexterity - Simultaneous/ Repetitive Hand Movements
X
Typing/Data Entry
X Close Vision (Near Acuity)
X Distance Vision (Far Acuity)
X
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) X
Accommodation (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
X Hearing/Speech
X
Sedentary (Exert up to 10 pounds of force)
X
Light (Exert up to 20 pounds of force)
X
Lifting, carrying or pushing of objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds
X Lifting, carrying or pushing of objects up to fifty (50) pounds
X
Lifting or pushing of objects over fifty (50) pounds
X
Adverse movements such as overhead, bending, reaching
X
*Hazardous Working Conditions:
Incumbents may be subjected to airborne pathogens, blood, and body fluids.
NOTICE A County employee in this position may encounter non-public data as defined by Minnesota or federal law in the course of their position. Any access to not public data should be strictly limited to accessing the data that is necessary to fulfill the defined job duties. While data is being accessed, the employee shall take reasonable measures to ensure the not public data is not accessed by unauthorized individuals. Once the work purpose to access the data is reasonably finished, the employee must properly store and secure the not public data in accordance with applicable County policies as well as Minnesota and federal law. All employees are expected to become familiar with and comply with the requirements of the County's Data Practices and Data Security Policies. A breach of these policies may lead to disciplinary action against the employee.
Status: Exempt Job Category: Professional Labor Group: Non-union Band: C42, 2020: C42 Date Last Reviewed: 2014, 2018, 05.2020
PLEASE NOTE: APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION REQUIRES TWO APPLIATIONS BE SUBMITTED
1.
Submit your application to the Minnesota Merit System for
Public Health Nurse
by going to: and clicking on job posting:
Public Health Nurse - Houston County (558-28).
2.
Submit your online application to Houston County by clicking the
green "APPLY" button
on this page. Please attach a cover letter and copies of any applicable licenses/certifications. If special accommodations are needed to complete this application for employment, please contact the Houston County Personnel Dept. at 507.725.5822.
Houston County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employee Benefits Summary
The following is only a summary of benefits and information contained in the County's Personnel Policy. However, it should be noted that the provisions of the County's Personnel Policy should not be construed as an employment contract or a guarantee of employment.
Specific provisions relating to collective bargaining agreements or special rules established for particular departments are not covered here.
Vacation: Years Employed Hours Earned 0 - 1 3.08 hr./pay period, = 10 Days per Year 2 - 5 3.70 hr./pay period, = 12 " 6 - 10 4.31 hr./pay period, = 14 " 11 - 15 4.93 hr./pay period, = 16 " 16 - 20 5.54 hr./pay period, = 18 " 21 - 25 6.16 hr./pay period, = 20 " 26+ 6.76 hr./pay period, = 22 "
SICK LEAVE: Full-time employees earn 3.70 hours of paid sick leave for each payroll period, which equals approximately 12 days per year.
Part-time employees, who work 20 or more hours per week, earn prorated vacation and sick leave.
HOLIDAYS: Thirteen days during the work year are considered paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Spring Holiday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas. Part-time employees, who work 20 or more hours per week, earn prorated holiday pay.
PENSION:
All Employees earning over $5,100.00 per year are automatically enrolled in PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association). This is a mandatory, defined benefit pension plan to which all eligible employees contribute 6.50% of their gross earnings.
INSURANCE : Houston County currently offers eligible employees a high deductible health plan with an
employer funded
HSA/VEBA option. 2025 employee premiums are $54.52 per month for single coverage and $426.12 per month for family coverage. Medica is our insurance provider.The County also has a term life insurance program for employees, which provides a $10,000 death benefit at no cost for full?time workers. For a minimal amount, dependent coverage is also available; $5,000 on spouses; and $2,500 on minor children. Part-time employees, who work 20 or more hours per week, are eligible to participate in the insurance program and pay a prorated portion of the premiums.
Additional Benefits: Voluntary plans include: dental insurance; a vision plan, long-term disability coverage; additional life insurance; flexible spending account (health care and dependent day care); and deferred compensation.
Note:
This is a generalization of the benefits available through Houston County.
01
Are you currently licensed as a Registered Nurse?
Yes No
02
If you answered yes to question #1, what is your highest level of education in the field of Nursing?
Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree
03
Do you currently hold a Public Health Nurse Certificate?
Yes No
04
Have you completed the Minnesota Merit System application for Public Health Nurse?
Yes No
Required Question