School Nurse (Public Health Nurse) - Full and Part-time Applications Accepted
About The Position
New Hanover County's Health department is seeking experienced nursing professionals to join their team as Public Health School Nurses. These 10-month positions provide skilled nursing services to the students of New Hanover County schools. Duties include identification of and planning for students with acute and/or chronic health care needs, provision of emergency care, medication administration, screening/referral/follow-up, prevention and control of communicable disease, providing health promotion and counseling, teach health-related classes, assist with strategies to improve the school health program, and maintenance of school health records. New Hanover County Health and Human Services is comprised of a team of dedicated professionals who remain committed to the County's goal of superior public health and public safety by providing services in the areas of nutrition, personal health, environmental health, school health, maternal health, child health, community health, counseling, epidemiology, lactation, health education and health administration. New Hanover County school health nurses provide services to over 26,000 students in 45 New Hanover County schools ranging from pre-K through age 21 in a variety of settings. Ideal candidates for Health and Human Services have an eye for detail, have the ability to work in a high-intensity environment, can shift priorities seamlessly, and have an overwhelming desire to serve the citizens of our county. New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.
Requirements
- Valid RN license with eligibility to practice in NC
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Associate's Degree in Nursing, or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing, and at least one years of professional nursing experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds of equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in public or school-based healthcare is preferred.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Identification of and planning for students with acute and/or chronic health care needs
- Provision of emergency care
- Medication administration
- Screening/referral/follow-up
- Prevention and control of communicable disease
- Providing health promotion and counseling
- Teach health-related classes
- Assist with strategies to improve the school health program
- Maintenance of school health records
Benefits
- Employer paid 401k contributions
- Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system
- Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position
- Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year
- Paid parental leave
- Paid community services leave to give back to our community
- Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
- Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
- Opportunities to make a difference in your community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
Associate degree
