Public Health Nurse

Cass County • Walker, MN

10d

About The Position

Promotes and protects the health of Cass County citizens and visitors by applying knowledge of nursing and the social and public health sciences through education, prevention services, regulations, and advocacy. Builds partnerships with organizations and community groups to address health issues and empower individuals, families, communities, and systems to meet their health and wellness needs.

The Public Health Nurse assesses and evaluates the health status of individuals and families across the lifespan in home, clinic, and community settings. The role may include direct skilled nursing services, with care provided according to physician orders and plans of care. It also includes health education and outreach, environmental health protection, participation in public health infrastructure initiatives, and using data to identify and address risks. Weekend coverage rotations for home care visits may be required.

Requirements

• Current registered nurse licensure in Minnesota.
• Current certification as a public health nurse in Minnesota, or obtain Minnesota Public Health Nurse certification within six months of employment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Thorough knowledge of nursing practices and public health nursing theory.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal public health laws, rules, ordinances, policies, procedures, manuals, regulations, and grant requirements.
• Skill using standard office equipment, applicable hardware, and software.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, agency staff, professional representatives, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to make independent decisions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to assess nursing needs and develop and carry out nursing care plans.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize workload; respond to emergencies and disasters; and address difficult problems.
• Ability to apply public health principles to communities, families, and individuals.
• Ability to perform sedentary to light physical activities, including stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, talking, hearing, and close vision; occasionally lift or move up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments and evaluations of individuals and families across the lifespan in home, clinic, and community settings.
• Assess risk, exposure, and treatment options; link people to providers and help assure access to health care when otherwise unavailable.
• Provide direct skilled nursing services as recommended by a physician, which may include physical assessments across all ages, obtaining and documenting physician orders, and carrying out the physician’s plan of care.
• Participate in weekend coverage rotations for home care visits when needed to meet client needs.
• Develop and implement health education and outreach for individuals and communities to promote healthy communities and behavior.
• Protect against environmental health hazards.
• Participate in public health infrastructure development initiatives.
• Summarize and record data, identify areas of risk and vulnerability, and work with partners to develop plans to mitigate risk.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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