Public Health Nurse II - Child Care Health Consultant

Description

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here. 

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent 

• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month that is prorated to the number of hours worked

• Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service that is prorated to the number of hours worked

• 16 hours of personal leave that is prorated to the number of hours worked

• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. 

• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match 

• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. 

• 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match 

• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Job Summary 

Delivers professional, skilled nursing services for all clinical programs including Immunization, Communicable Disease control and other areas/programs as assigned by Health & Human Services (HHS) Director. Responsible for maintaining the highest standards in clinical nursing practice and adherence to policies, procedures, guidelines and standards of practice and Gunnison County Health & Human Services (HHS). Provides for the preventative, therapeutic and restorative aspects of nursing care based on systematic assessment of client, family and community needs and core public health services.

Pay Rate 

 The starting hourly range is from $33.79 to $38.48, depending on experience, plus partial benefits. 

*The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.*

View the full job description here. 

Hiring Manager

Shonna Gray

Email: SGray@gunnisoncounty.org  

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.
• Current license to practice (in good standing) as a registered nurse (RN) in Colorado. Special certification as appropriate and required for expanded functions. 
• Current CPR. 

Qualifications/Education:

• A Baccalaureate degree in nursing from a school accredited by the National League of Nursing. Public Health experience preferred, or
• Graduation from a N.L.N., State approved diploma school of nursing, with three years’ experience, at least one of which includes supervision. Family Planning and Child Health nursing experience is desirable. Public Health experience is preferred.
• For expanded functions, completion of an organized educational program in a specific clinical area.
• Recent pertinent continuing education.
• Completion of Universal Precautions/ Bloodborne Pathogen training within 30 days of hire and annual review.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of Public Health Nursing principles and practices, and core public health services.
• Knowledge of Community Health programs.
• Knowledge of clinic organization and its implementation.
• Knowledge and acceptance of Public Health practices, philosophy and concerns including standard immunization practices and family planning practices.
• Ability to provide skilled nursing care.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and effective problem