Public Health Nurse
About The Position
Provides entry-level nursing functions and services to individuals and families under close supervision in a clinic or community setting, focusing on the prevention of illness, injury or disability, the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of populations. The nurse in this classification would receive job specific training in the requirements and scope of practice of the various assigned health department programs and services. The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) is responsible for developing and operating state public health programs and activities for the citizens of Kentucky. The mission of DPH is to improve the health and safety of people in Kentucky through prevention, promotion and protection. The department oversees programs designed to improve the lives of citizens and visitors through prevention of negative health outcomes, promotion of healthy lifestyles and protection from diseases, injury and environmental health impacts. DPH has almost 150 different programs to help Kentuckians become healthier in cooperation with its partners such as local health departments, universities, private providers, etc. To support many of these programs, the department relies on high-quality data to guide decision making at the state and local levels such as the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Immunization Registry and Office of Vital Statistics. The department is organized into seven divisions with the Commissioner's Office providing oversight and support for the divisions and programs. The Office of Health Equity and the Public Health Nursing Office are located in the Commissioner's Office.
Requirements
- Must have RN license in Kentucky or compact state or provisional license in Kentucky, meeting all requirements of KRS 314.041 and approval to practice as Registered Nurse Applicant (RNA).
- Must maintain current RN licensure in Kentucky or compact state.
- Must complete required annual updates.
- May be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to the agency’s policies.
Responsibilities
- Conducts nursing assessments and assists with community assessments and epidemiological investigations, as appropriate, using CCSG service guidelines
- Develops and implements a plan of care based upon identified health risks
- Provides basic nursing care to the client consistent with the Core Clinical Service Guide, Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, established policies, procedures and licensing laws
- Documents services provided to the client according to standards of the CCSG and Administrative Reference (AR)
- Maintains confidentiality and privacy according to guidelines
- Develops and conducts educational counseling and teaching activities for individual clients and families, and communities.
- Provides or assists in providing a variety of nursing services to particular at-risk or high-risk populations or populations with limited access to care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
