Public Health Nurse I Job at Kentucky Department for Public Health, Owensboro, KY

  • Kentucky Department for Public Health
  • Owensboro, KY

Job Description

Job TitleUrgent and Continuous Job Opening: We are actively seeking qualified candidates to fill this crucial position.Pay Grade: Grade 17Salary: $20.30 - $25.24 HourlyTime Type: Full timeHealth Department: Green River District Health DepartmentSummary: Provides entry-level nursing functions and services to individuals and families under close supervision in a clinic or community setting, focusing on the prevention of illness, injury or disability, the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of populations.If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Amy Douglas.Characteristics of a ClassProvides entry-level nursing functions and services to individuals and families under close supervision in a clinic or community setting, focusing on the prevention of illness, injury or disability, the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of populations. The nurse in this classification would receive job specific training in the requirements and scope of practice of the various assigned health department programs and services.Minimum RequirementsEducation:See Special RequirementsExperience:NoneSpecial Requirements: (Age, Licensure, Regulation, etc.)Must have RN license in Kentucky or compact state or provisional license in Kentucky, meeting all requirements of KRS 314.041 and approval to practice as Registered Nurse Applicant (RNA).Post Employment RequirementsMust maintain current RN licensure in Kentucky or compact state. Must complete required annual updates.Examples of Duties or Responsibilities of the ClassificationConducts nursing assessments and assists with community assessments and epidemiological investigations, as appropriate, using CCSG service guidelines; develops and implements a plan of care based upon identified health risks; provides basic nursing care to the client consistent with the Core Clinical Service Guide, Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, established policies, procedures and licensing laws; documents services provided to the client according to standards of the CCSG and Administrative Reference (AR); maintains confidentiality and privacy according to guidelines; develops and conducts educational counseling and teaching activities for individual clients and families, and communities. Provides or assists in providing a variety of nursing services to particular at-risk or high-risk populations or populations with limited access to care.Typical Working Conditions and Unique Physical RequirementsWork is spent primarily inside the clinic or community setting.Additional RequirementsMay be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to the agency's policies.Date Class Established: 07-01-2007Date of Last Revision: 10-03-2022The Local Health Departments do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request.Probationary Period: This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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