Public Health Nurse - Reproductive Health

Tulsa Health Department

40d

About The Position

Primarily responsible for providing public health nursing services to the public and participating in community preventive health activities. The role provides reproductive and family-planning services, assessments, screenings, testing, treatment, immunizations, medication counseling and health education in accordance with physician-approved protocols. The nurse maintains accurate client and clinic records, conducts follow-up, supports community outreach and health education, and may assist with public health emergency operations. The position reports to the Manager, Clinical Services and has indirect supervision of student nurses.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing required; bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
Two years of professional nursing experience preferred.
Valid Oklahoma Registered Nurse license approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, or a Registered Nurse license recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification for Healthcare Providers.
Knowledge of professional nursing principles and practices, particularly public health nursing.
Ability to interact with patients from varied cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Counseling, health education and skilled nursing-care abilities; strong listening, attention-to-detail and information-retention skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and interact effectively with team members and other staff.
Good writing, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to interview patients, explain medications and gain acceptance of recommendations.
Computer skills in data entry, MS Outlook, Word and Excel.
Ability and willingness to perform job-related travel.
Ability to occasionally assist clients weighing up to 300 pounds during examinations and move chairs or equipment weighing up to approximately 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Two years of experience as a professional nurse.
Bilingual Spanish/English.

Responsibilities

Interview patients to obtain medical histories, update records, explain medical forms and assist with their completion.
Review admission paperwork, eligibility criteria, BCD and fee payments to determine appropriate public or private funding resources; complete BCD and medical records for services provided.
Maintain product inventory and follow quality-assurance protocols for safe handling and storage of biologicals.
Review and evaluate immunization records and administer immunizations according to Physician Approved Protocols.
Perform assessments, testing, screening and treatment services according to Physician Approved Protocols.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, complete test requisitions and ensure specimens are routed properly.
Provide comprehensive family-planning services, including counseling on contraceptive methods, emergency contraception and sterilization options and procedures.
Recommend, counsel on and administer medications and treatments according to Physician Approved Protocols; instruct patients on medical procedures.
Perform adult health screenings for cholesterol, anemia, blood pressure, A1C and cervical cancer; teach breast self-examination and perform clinical breast exams.
Document clinic visits and follow-up actions, prepare and send follow-up correspondence, and maintain clinic records.
Respond to patient calls and provide counseling; follow up on missed appointments and abnormal Pap or laboratory results and maintain necessary records.
Support health education, limited screenings and children’s immunizations at community sites, health fairs, schools and Caring Van sites.
Participate in orientation for new staff, residents and students, and in Health Department and community meetings related to preventive health.
Complete required training and perform other assigned duties, including activities supporting public health emergency operations.
Maintain confidentiality of THD records in accordance with HIPAA, maintain BLS CPR certification and be willing and able to travel for work.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement pension fund
401A employer/employee matching fund
457 deferred compensation plan
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Extended sick leave
Group life insurance and supplemental life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Critical illness care plan, including cancer
Accident plan
Hospitalization plan
Supplemental and whole life plans
Legal and identity theft protection plans
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Post Employment Health Plan (PEHP)
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace wellness program
Flexible spending account / Flex Plan
Nursing education loan repayment eligibility through the NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program
Cost of Living Adjustments (COLAs)
Promotional opportunities
Tulsa Municipal Employees Federal Credit Union