Public Health Nurse II - Limited Service

Overview

The Public Health Nurse supports health department efforts to improve vaccination rates in Windham and Windsor counties. The nurse will work collaboratively with Springfield district colleagues and community partners to identify immunization gaps and disparities in underserved populations. The work will focus on both child and adult vaccinations and will entail working on systems-level quality improvement projects with providers to help protect Vermonters against vaccine preventable diseases. We are committed to building and maintaining a multicultural and diverse workforce, and we strive to offer a supportive, professionally challenging, and healthy workplace to our employees.

 

*Starting rate may be negotiable based on experience and qualifications. 

 

DIVISION OF LOCAL HEALTH - WHO WE ARE: 

The Division of Local Health's vision and mission is to preserve and improve the equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions necessary to attain the highest level of health and well-being for all, thus ensuring healthy Vermonters and healthy communities.  To this end, the Division of Local Health is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment that respects and celebrates every person's strength, assets, and values.  The Division of Local Health is committed to leading organizational change efforts that address avoidable inequities and injustices as we work towards the elimination of health and health care disparities.  

  

TELEWORK: 
The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit. We believe a hybrid work environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and greater work/life balance. 
 
MISSION & VISION: 
The Department of Health's mission is to protect and promote the best health of all Vermonters. Our vision is healthy Vermonters living in healthy communities. Our goals are:  

Effective and integrated public health programs. 

Communities with the capacity to respond to public health needs. 

Internal systems that provide consistent and responsive support. 

A competent and valued workforce that is supported in promoting and protecting the public's health. 

A public health system that is understood and valued by Vermonters. 

Health equity for all Vermonters. 

 

CULTURE & VALUES:  

The Department of Health's culture is one in which our success and our workplace culture are interdependent. Our culture is driven by a passion for the mission. We are committed to these values:  

Creativity, innovation, and calculated risk-taking.  

Open and transparent leadership. 

 Staff expertise, autonomy, and excellence. 

Professional growth through individual development plans, special projects, and opportunities to stretch. 

Wellness and work-life balance.

Who May Apply

This position, Public Health Nurse II - Limited Service (Job Requisition #50786), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. 

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition. 

 

Level I: Job Requisition #50812

 

Level II: Job Requisition #50786

 

If you would like more information about this position, please contact mark.omeara@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

 

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS:  Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.  In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Environmental Factors

Duties primarily performed in a standard office setting. Work may be performed in clinic settings and possibly client homes. Exposure to communicable diseases and other stressful situations may occur. Private means of transportation is required. May be required to work evenings, weekends and 12 hour shifts.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in nursing