Public Health Nurse Job at Coshocton County, Coshocton, OH

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  • Coshocton County
  • Coshocton, OH

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $20-$24/hour


Position: Public Health Nurse
Agency Unit:Coshocton Public Health District - Nursing

Reports to:Director of Nursing

Employment Status: Full time 40 hours/week

Rate: LPN $20.00/hour, RN $24.00/hour

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Position Summary: Performs comprehensive public health clinical nursing services. Assignments will include variety of programs including but not limited to reproductive health, communicable disease, prenatal, child health, lead, immunizations, adult health, and complex medical help program (CMH). Participates in community health fairs, off site clinics, and outreach events.

Essential Duties: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.


Performs comprehensive public health clinical nursing services. Assignments will include variety of programs including but not limited to reproductive health, infectious disease, prenatal, child health, lead, immunizations, CMH, naloxone, and adult health. Provides health education to individuals and families and makes referrals to other health or social service agencies. Responsible for clinic preparation and follow-up with individuals and families. Maintains clinical records and detailed documentation. Will travel to and from clinic locations as necessary. Performs
communicable disease investigations and education. Assists the nursing administration in the planning and development of nursing programs according to needs of the community. Schedules appointments and assists front office staff when needed. Identifies and addresses the educational needs of the patient/family including but not limited to disease processes and treatment, health promotion/maintenance, injury/illness prevention and growth and development. Maintains confidentiality of work-related issues, client records and county information; complies with the confidentiality standards of the Privacy Act of 1974, {U.S.C. & 552A} as amended, and HIPPA policies and procedures.

Other Duties & Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Health Commissioner

Minimum Qualifications: Must possess an active Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the Ohio Board of Nursing. 1-2 years' experience in public heath preferred. Must have acurrent CPR certification. Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio drivers license and aninsurable driving record.

Key Competencies: Safe and quality nursing care, management of resources and environments, health education, legal responsibility, ethical/moral responsibility, personal and professional development, collaboration and teamwork, research, record management, communication, and quality improvement. Essential Public Health Services #3: Inform, educate, and empower people about health issues.

Work Environment: Work is performed in offices and clinic exam rooms in a health department facility requiring sedentary to light physical work, which may include walking, climbing, reaching, lifting, and talking. Occasional off-site clinic work. Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens or infectious disease; thus, appropriate precautions must be taken.

Job Tags

Full time, Casual work,

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