Public Health Nurse I

State of Vermont • Springfield, MO

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Springfield Local Health District is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and collaborative Public Health Nurse, with a primary focus on infectious disease epidemiology. The nurse helps protect community health by investigating and responding to infectious diseases and collaborating with healthcare providers, schools, childcare centers, long-term care facilities, and community partners to prevent illness from spreading. The position also supports individuals receiving tuberculosis treatment through Directly Observed Therapy (DOT), provides evidence-based public health guidance, and participates in public health emergency preparedness and response activities.

The role may also support immunization clinics, community outreach, and other district-wide public health programs. The team values collaboration, mutual respect, adaptability, kindness, flexibility, and a commitment to teamwork, health equity, and meaningful community relationships.

Duties are primarily performed in a standard office setting, with work also possible in clinics and client homes. The role may involve exposure to communicable diseases and stressful situations. Private transportation is required. Evening, weekend, and 12-hour shifts may be required. The position is recruited at multiple levels; applicants seeking consideration for another level must apply to its specific requisition.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in nursing and at least two years of professional nursing experience; or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); or enrollment as a college senior in the final semester of a BSN program.
• For candidates qualifying as a BSN program senior, graduation must occur before hire, and continued employment is contingent on passing the NCLEX.
• Possession of, or eligibility for, Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Vermont, or eligibility to practice in Vermont through a multi-state license.
• Must maintain Vermont RN licensure or a multi-state RN license as a condition of employment.
• Private means of transportation is required.
• Must pass any background investigation applicable to the position.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Investigate and respond to infectious diseases.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, schools, childcare centers, long-term care facilities, and community partners to help prevent the spread of illness.
• Provide evidence-based public health guidance.
• Support people receiving tuberculosis treatment through Directly Observed Therapy (DOT).
• Participate in public health emergency preparedness and response activities.
• Support immunization clinics, community outreach, and other district-wide programs.
• Help advance health equity and build meaningful community relationships.

Benefits

• 80% of the medical premium paid by the State and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families.
• 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan.
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI).
• State defined benefit pension plan and deferred compensation 457(b) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.
• Low-cost group life insurance.
• Incentive-based wellness program.
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree