Community Health Nurse

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Health is seeking a Community Health Nurse to support public health and community well-being across the Southcentral District. The position assesses community needs, develops initiatives, provides services, connects the Department of Health with community partners, and helps guide public health actions.

This is a full-time position scheduled for 37.5 hours per week, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Statewide travel is infrequent. The work may occasionally require irregular or flexible hours, including overnight, weekend, and holiday work, in accordance with policy. Telework is not available.

The starting annual salary for candidates new to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employment is $75,462. Candidates must have active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. Holders of an active temporary practice permit must obtain RN licensure within the one-year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Applicants must also meet Pennsylvania residency requirements, be able to perform the essential job functions, and pass a background investigation, including required criminal history clearances under the Child Protective Services Law.

Requirements

• Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• Employees holding an active temporary practice permit must obtain Registered Nurse 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 and submit satisfactory criminal history reports, including Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse history, and FBI Fingerprint clearances.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate county-level assessments to identify public health trends and support data-driven activities.
• Develop initiatives using community data, public health protocols, and nursing guidelines to address health priorities.
• Deliver health education programs on public health topics.
• Provide outreach and case management services to promote patient health and safety.
• Investigate reportable diseases and outbreaks to prevent and control the spread of illness.
• Work with community organizations to implement disease prevention and control measures.
• Link the Department of Health with community partners and guide public health actions.

What This Job Offers

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