Public Health Nurse II, Clinic Nurse

Forsyth County • Winston-Salem, NC

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About The Position

Forsyth County Department of Public Health is searching for a Public Health Nurse II to join the team. The Public Health Clinic Nurse position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community by providing essential reproductive and preventive health services within the Family Planning Clinic while also supporting other public health clinic programs as needed. Responsibilities include patient assessment, health education and counseling, medication and vaccine administration, family planning services, sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment support, documentation, and coordination of care. This position is ideal for a nurse who enjoys working with diverse populations, values patient education and preventive care, and thrives in a collaborative team environment. The cross-training component provides variety in daily responsibilities and opportunities to expand clinical skills across multiple public health service areas. A well-qualified applicant will appreciate the opportunity to build strong patient relationships, contribute to improving community health outcomes, and work in a mission-driven environment that values flexibility, teamwork, and professional growth. The Public Health Clinic Nurse position plays a vital role in: Providing access to essential family planning and reproductive health services Supporting preventive healthcare and early intervention efforts Improving community health outcomes through education and counseling Reducing barriers to care for uninsured and underinsured populations Supporting emergency preparedness and public health response activities Strengthening patient trust and engagement through compassionate care.

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of and skill in the application of nursing theory, practices, principles, and techniques employed in the field of public health and related programs.
• Considerable knowledge of available resources and organizations and the ability to coordinate these as needed.
• Working knowledge of and the ability to apply the principles and practices of public health.
• Working knowledge of current social and economic problems relating to public health.
• Knowledge of available resources and organizations in the community.
• Ability to record accurately the services rendered and to interpret and explain records, reports, and medical instructions.
• Ability to establish and effective working relationships with other employees.
• Ability to deal tactfully with others and to exercise good judgment in appraising situations and making decisions.
• Ability to secure the cooperation of clients, to elicit needed information, and to maintain effective working relationships.
• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a B.S. Degree in Nursing which includes a public health nursing rotation and one year of professional nursing experience in specialty area; or Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and two years of professional nursing experience in specialty area assigned.
• Must be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• A valid Driver's License is required.
• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a B.S. Degree in Nursing which includes a public health nursing rotation or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience.
• Must be licensed to practice as a Registered nurse in North Carolina by the N.C. Board of Nursing.
• A valid Driver's License is required.

Nice To Haves

• Individuals hired without a rotation through a public health department as part of educational requirement will be required to complete Introduction to the Public Health Nursing course within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Patient assessment
• Health education and counseling
• Medication and vaccine administration
• Family planning services
• Sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment support
• Documentation
• Coordination of care
• Attends quarterly Continuity Care Conference on women with a history of a recent poor birth outcome based on obstetrical history.
• Convenes quarterly audit meetings for the DHP High Risk Maternity Clinic record review and compiles results to be available to the Women's Health Section.
• Reviews prenatal records to identify clients and refer to High Risk Maternity Clinic services, social work services, and nutritional services and maintains a central file of DHP OB patient's registration cards with pertinent demographic information and obstetrical information.
• Assists in making postpartum/family planning appointments.
• Provides written information to OBCM's as requested, regarding delivery, discharge, special instructions and appointments for mother/baby.
• Obtains referrals on those patients who have received no prenatal care.
• Updating, reviewing and as needed developing policies and procedures needed to meet state requirements each fiscal year.
• Communication and assisting implementation of those policies and procedures with DHP staff.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on community health and wellness
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with patients and families
• Focus on preventive care and health education rather than only acute illness treatment
• Exposure to a variety of clinical services through cross-training opportunities
• Collaborative team atmosphere with multidisciplinary support
• Opportunity to serve vulnerable and underserved populations
• Professional growth and expanded clinical skill development
• Meaningful, mission-driven work that supports public health initiatives
• Ability to participate in community outreach and health promotion efforts
• Greater work-life balance compared to some hospital settings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level