Public Health Nurse II
Buncombe County GovernmentAbout the role
This is a public health nurse position for Clinical Services. Candidate will work from Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm at 40 Coxe Ave providing nursing services (assessment, education, counseling, administration of medications/immunizations, documentation, etc.) in Clinical Services which includes our Immunization, STI, and Family Planning clinics. The team is currently built of 7 RNs, 3 ERRNs, 4 MOAs, 4 Clinicians (+2 Supervisors).
Buncombe County has a very rich benefits package, including an 8% contribution to our 401(k), which is a free contribution, not a match. We also have a pension which has a 5-year vesting period. In addition we have first-in-class health insurance and generous paid time off plan including 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave that roll over each year, and vacation accruals starting at 10 days per year which increases with service.
Other resources, services, and opportunities for appreciation, engagement, and support:
No-cost physical therapy
Employee & Family Health clinic
Buncombe County University internal training program
Free preventive screenings for employees and family members on the health insurance plan
Employee Assistance Program
Financial resources
Lunch and learn series
Financial Fridays – Learn about everything from best practices for car buying to debt management
Employee Spotlights
Annual employee service awards
Lake Julian Festival of Lights employee appreciation night
Up to eight weeks of paid parental and family care leave
16 hours of Community Service Leave
2 annual PTO days with the opportunity to earn two additional days by joining our voluntary wellness program
Purpose of the position:
The purpose of this position is to provide professional nursing services related to public health and community health care services in health promotion, prevention, and disease control programs to clients in all areas of BCHHS Clinical Services and the community.
Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire): Bachelor’s degree in Nursing which includes a Public Health Nursing rotation and one (1) year of Public Health Nursing experience; or graduation from a school of professional nursing and two (2) years of professional nursing experience including one (1) year of Public Health Nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Per NC Local Health Department Accreditation requirements, employees in this role must present their diploma, degree, or transcript to their supervisor/department upon hire.
Additional Training and Experience:English/Spanish bi-lingual speakers preferred; Certification in Community Health Nursing preferred.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina by the N. C. Board of Nursing.
All Buncombe County Health and Human Services Public Health Clinical Services Staff must provide proof of immunity against Mumps, Pertussis, Rubella, Rubeola (measles), and Varicella within 30 days of their hire date. This proof of immunity must meet the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations for healthcare personnel. When necessary, documentation from a healthcare provider (MD, DO, NP, or PA) of a valid medical contraindication to a required immunization can be submitted within 30 days of hire.
Physical Requirements:
The work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs. The work is primarily light work requiring exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are re
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