Public Health Registered Nurse: Immunization and Communicable Disease

Delta County Colorado•Delta, CO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position works 4 or 5 days per week (0.8 or 1.0 FTE). Provide comprehensive, unbiased nursing care across Delta County Health Department’s public health programs with a focus on immunizations, communicable diseases, child health and supporting family planning services to ensure smooth clinic operations and high-quality community health services. The primary location of employment for this position is the designated Delta County location/office with the exception of duties that are performed off site as required in responsibilities. The employee is required to perform most (generally, 95%) of assigned duties from this designated office location to allow for client, customer and coworker access and collaboration, unless prior written approval for an alternative arrangement, such as temporary remote work, has been granted by the employee's direct supervisor and/or department head and maintained in the employee personnel file.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in nursing required
At least three (3) years of nursing experience in a Public Health setting, physician’s office, or community clinical setting preferred
Proficiency and experience in AthenaOne (electronic health record) is preferred.
Combination of education and experience could waive specific requirement.
Current and unrestricted Colorado Registered Nurse license
Current and unrestricted American Heart Association BLS certificate
Current and valid Colorado Driver’s License
Consistent punctuality and attendance

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience in a Public Health setting, physician’s office, or community clinical setting

Responsibilities

Conduct health assessments, gather histories, administer diagnostic tests, and provide nursing services such as vitals checks, immunizations, and medication administration.
As part of a larger strategic plan, build, maintain, conduct processes and outcome measures of supportive grant programs. Responsibility to adhere to grant reporting guidelines as assigned.
Develop individualized care plans based on client needs and goals, implement and re-evaluate these plans, and make referrals to other providers or resources as needed.
Educate clients on immunizations, manage vaccines, maintain records in the state immunization system, and oversee off-site clinics.
Conduct TB and communicable disease screenings, provide education, and manage treatment plans and performing epidemiological investigations in line with CDC and CDPHE guidelines. Educating the community on prevention measures, track cases, and maintain accurate records.
Be able to provide support on sexual and reproductive health services, chart, check in patients and collecting and labeling lab samples, and education.
Perform care coordination, develop family care plans, and manage documentation for child health programs.
Collaborate with team members to support overall clinic operations, ensuring efficient and effective care across all service areas.
Offer counseling, education, and outreach to individuals, families, and communities on disease prevention, wellness, and available health programs.
Maintain accurate records in compliance with health department policies, including using electronic health records and following HIPAA standards.
Demonstrate competencies in the Incident Command System for public health emergencies (NIMS-700, ICS-100, ICS-200).
Work effectively with other health department staff across diverse programs and participate in health department and community committees, staff meetings, and educational programs.
Assist with program development and funding efforts.
Perform inventory management, facility preparation, and equipment sterilization.
Participate in epidemiological investigations and conduct community health surveys.
Market health department services and maintain professional relationships with community partners, CDPHE staff, and medical providers.
Perform related duties as assigned, support disaster preparedness, work well with diverse cultures, and contribute to a cooperative team environment.
Serve as disaster service workers if a local disaster declaration is issued.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance
Selective optional insurances available to the employee and eligible dependents on a cost share basis between employee and the organization
Life insurance and employee only medical insurance is available at no cost to the employee
Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA)
Employees contribute 4% of their salary to a 401(a) retirement account fully matched with 4% from the County
Optional 457(b) tax advantaged deferred-compensation retirement plan
Paid time off is accrued at 14 hours per month to start for a 1.0 FTE, prorated for part time employees
11 paid holidays per calendar year
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes 6 counseling sessions along with some legal and financial support counseling
Modified work schedules for positions and employees that qualify
Additional employee discounts and fringe benefits are available