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County of Orange

Public Health Nurse Trainee

County of Orange, Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725


PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE TRAINEESalary Information:In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date:Effective June 27, 2025 – 4.00% increaseSalary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.This recruitment is

Open to the Public . This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately for first consideration.

This recruitment is being held to establish an

Open

eligible list to fill current and future Public Health Nurse Trainee positions within the Health Care Agency.HEALTH CARE AGENCYThe

County of Orange ,

Health Care Agency (HCA)

is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health.

THE DEPARTMENTThrough assessment, policy development and assurance,

Public Health Services

provides a wide range of services aimed at reducing death and disability by reducing the transmission of communicable diseases, preventing and lessening the impact of chronic diseases, and ensuring healthy and safe environments.

THE OPPORTUNITIES

The PHN Trainee is the entry-level class for employees who hold the necessary education, licensure and certification, but do not possess the work experience to qualify for the PHN classification. The PHN Trainee will receive on-the-job training with nursing services provided in the assignment. The positions provide services during the normal business days (Monday through Friday) and may be assigned to work evening hours.As a PHN Trainee, the incumbent will:

Acquire and maintain knowledge of federal, state, programmatic, and Division regulations, policies, procedures and protocols; inform, accurately interpret and implement applicable rules and program requirements to children, families, and providers.Provide education and consultation to medical providers and community partners.Participate in community organizations representing programs to advocate for health care needs of children and adults, including the sharing of local program standards and services and pediatric and adult outcome trends.Organize and/or participate in discussion groups or on committees to develop educational programs; research and compile material for class presentation; prepare teaching aids, deliver lectures and perform demonstrations.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSPlease click

here

to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the

Public Health Nurse Trainee

classification.RECRUITMENT PROCESSHuman Resource Services (HRS) will screen all applications to identify qualified applicants. After screening, only those applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the next step in the selection procedures. Candidates will receive notification via e-mail of further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.Veterans Employment PreferenceThe County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses.

Email NotificationEmail

is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.#J-18808-Ljbffr