Portland Public Health Nurse Supervisor

State of Maine • Portland, ME

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

In this role you will lead and oversee a public health program an assigned geographic area. You’ll play a key role in strengthening community health by guiding programs; assessing community needs; and partnering with clinics, physicians, nurses, community groups, and individuals. This position operates with a high level of independence and leadership responsibility performed under limited supervision.

Requirements

• A seven (7) year combination of education and experience in professional nursing.
• Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse as issued by the State Board of Nursing and a valid Maine driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of public health nursing, including applicable laws, education, and administration.
• Knowledge of personnel management techniques and procedures.
• Ability to develop policies, procedures, and budgets.
• Ability to plan and implement comprehensive orientation and training programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Support Your Team
• Supervise Staff across the geographic area to ensure program goals and objectives are achieved.
• Recruit, interview, direct, train, assign, and evaluate team members to support high quality public health services.
• Strengthen Community Health
• Assess and respond to community and regional public health needs
• Develop or adapt health care and disease prevention plans
• Provide technical assistance to improve health services in your region
• Drive Program Operations
• Implement agency programs, policies, and standards to ensure quality nursing and public health services
• Plan and facilitate staff meetings to share updates and address operational needs
• Ensure necessary supplies and equipment are available
• Ensure Compliance and Equity
• Apply human resource laws, policies, and practices (including AA/EEO, recruitment, performance management, and employee safety)
• Support a fair, safe, and equitable workplace
• Inform Strategy and Decision
• Prepare reports, records, and surveys to document program services and outcomes
• Contribute programmatic and financial information to support planning, budgeting, and policy development

Benefits

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness.

What This Job Offers

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