Public Health Nurse

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS-posted 4 months ago
$4,263 - $4,983/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Marfa, TX
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DSHS is committed to hiring skilled and dedicated individuals who share a passion for public health to pursue our vision of A Healthy Texas. If you are looking to make an impact and tackle new challenges, we encourage you to consider a career with us. This position performs routine public health nursing work in clinical and/or non-clinical settings which will require regular and frequent travel in the Region 9/10 service area. This position coordinates the delivery of public health nursing services and essential public health services through the application of education, assessments, quality assurance and direct client services.

  • Administers medications, immunizations, testing and treatments according to regional and DSHS Standing Delegation Orders and procedures.
  • Assesses and plans the delivery of direct public health services and essential public health services to individuals, families, and communities.
  • Conducts physical assessments of client health needs and implements appropriate actions.
  • Prepares and maintains client records and program reports.
  • Instructs, counsels and assists clients in meeting their health care needs.
  • Responsible for using independent clinical judgment when making referrals for medical and social services with follow-up as necessary.
  • Responsible for the management of pharmaceuticals, vaccine inventory and storage.
  • Provides and explains information regarding Child Health, Maternal Health, and Perinatal Infant Health and Tobacco free information to the public through one:one education sessions, presentations and community events.
  • Plans events, attends trainings, and networks with community stakeholders and community members.
  • Assists with public health need assessments and verification of reports data.
  • Identifies community resources and makes referrals to health care and related services.
  • Supports the implementation and monitoring of a comprehensive case management service plan for clients and families.
  • Makes home visits independently as needed.
  • Supports the implementation of the surveillance of communicable diseases and other health conditions, and plans interventions at the community or regional level.
  • Assures compliance with Immunizations; Tuberculosis Control; HIV/STD, vector-Bourne diseases and prevention of vector-Bourne diseases.
  • Actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations activation.
  • Current Registered Nurse License
  • Current CPR Certified
  • At least 2 years work experience in Nursing, Public Health, Case management or infectious disease
  • At least 2 years' experience working in a medical clinical setting
  • Knowledge of professional Nursing theory and process, including cultural, social, and economic forces in family, community and group dynamics.
  • Knowledge of Texas State Board of Nursing Practice Rules and Regulations
  • Knowledge of Public Health Principles, practices, epidemiology, disease prevention and health promotion
  • Knowledge of clinic/office operations.
  • Skill in assessment of clients with complex health problems.
  • Skill in basic computer data input through database programs, word processing and internet.
  • Ability to maintain current CPR certification
  • Ability to perform basic nursing skills
  • Ability to interact and maintain effective working relationships and collaboration with public, local officials, physicians, and local agency personnel.
  • Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written format to individuals, groups and communities.
  • Ability to demonstrate independent judgment in appraising clinical situations and correctly interpret findings.
  • Ability to comprehend and implement program goals, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to prioritize and demonstrate leadership.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to travel in state/personal vehicle.
  • Insurance coverage through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).
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