Public Health Nurse

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Halifax, VA

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About The Position

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is dedicated to protecting and promoting
the health of Virginians. The VDH is made up of a statewide Central Office in
Richmond and 35 local health districts. The Virginia Department of Health
Southside Health District is seeking a qualified candidate for a Public Health
Nurse (PHN) role.

This position independently provides professional nursing care to patients in
clinics, homes and schools and other community or congregate care settings.
Performs nursing assessments, may perform lab tests, take measurements, develop
and implement care plans, including the administration of medication and case
management. Participates in public health emergencies and community health
assessments. Actions performed at this level require licensure as a RN by state
code. May supervise support staff.

Requires licensure as an RN in Virginia or compact state. If a new graduate,
must obtain RN license within 90 days of the date of hire or subject to
termination per the regulations governing the practice of nursing. Requires BLS
certification. Requires adherence to all safety policies including a review of
immunizations, driver safety policies and all other state policies.

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist
the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency
declaration by the Governor. May be required by VDH to adjust work hours,
location, and job duties and participate in training to meet public health
business needs, including emergencies. If this position is designated as a
mobile worker, this includes both working in the field and teleworking at an
alternate location when not in the field or during an emergency closing. You may
be required to periodically come into your assigned office to attend meetings or
training.

VDH requires all Health-Care Personnel (HCP) to provide documentation of
immunization or evidence of immunity to the following: hepatitis B, measles,
mumps, rubella, and varicella; a one-time dose of tetanus, diphtheria, and
pertussis (Tdap) vaccine regardless of the interval since the last dose of
tetanus diphtheria (Td) vaccine was administered (Td or Tdap boosters shall be
received every 10 years); and the current year’s seasonal influenza vaccination.

For exceptionally, highly qualified candidates, a one-time sign-on bonus of up
to $5,000 and/or up to 40 hours of annual leave may be awarded.

The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental,
vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457
Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.

Requirements

• Requires licensure as an RN in Virginia or compact state. If a new graduate, must obtain RN license within 90 days of the date of hire or subject to termination per the regulations governing the practice of nursing. Requires BLS certification. Requires adherence to all safety policies including a review of immunizations, driver safety policies and all other state policies.
• Communicates verbally and in writing, to analyze problems, situations and suggest solutions, leadership, follow directions and establish priorities
• Skills in physical examination, health assessment, and interviewing and counseling technique
• Ability to function independently, prioritize and organize work, solve problems, adapt to change, function as a team member and relate to the public
• Knowledge of public health concepts, principles of public health nursing, principles of epidemiology; immunizations; basic nursing science, medical terminology, case management
• May travel and some weekend and/or evening hours may be required
• Must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR
• A valid State Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency

Nice To Haves

• Additional study in health promotion/or public health is preferred
• Experience in a public health setting or one related to disease prevention and health promotion

Responsibilities

• Program Support
• Workload & Case Administration
• Direct Patient Care & Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees