Community Health Nurse

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Cambria County, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pennsylvania Department of Health is seeking a Community Health Nurse for the Bureau of Community Health Systems. The role supports public health functions that protect and improve the health of Pennsylvanians through community needs assessment, health initiatives, and direct public health services. The nurse works with community partners and uses community data, public health protocols, and nursing guidelines to address health priorities.

This is a full-time, onsite position scheduled for 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework is not available. The work infrequently requires statewide travel and irregular or flexible hours, including overnights, weekends, and holidays, in accordance with policy.

Applicants must have active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. Employees with an active temporary practice permit must obtain RN licensure within the one-year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Applicants must meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement, be able to perform the essential job functions, and pass a background investigation. A conditional offer requires satisfactory criminal history clearances, including Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprint clearances.

Applications must include detailed experience and education information. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be considered when determining eligibility. The Commonwealth is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Requirements

• Possess active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• If holding an active temporary practice permit, obtain RN licensure within the one-year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• Pass a background investigation; a conditional offer requires satisfactory criminal history reports, including Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprint clearances.
• Provide detailed, relevant experience and education information on the application.

Responsibilities

• Analyze county-level health information to identify community needs and ensure educational and clinical activities are data-driven.
• Connect resources with community partners to support public health goals.
• Develop initiatives using community data, public health protocols, and nursing guidelines to address health priorities.
• Monitor communicable diseases and immunization activities using public health information systems.
• Provide education on public health topics to strengthen community awareness and prevention efforts.
• Deliver immunizations, screenings, and disease prevention services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed