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Position: Public Health Nurse
Reports to:  Public Health Nurse Supervisor
Position Type: Full-time, Bargaining
Starting Salary: $51,772.50 - $54,878.85 annually
Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Vaccine Policy: All new hires will need to meet vaccination requirements or request an exemption and submit a TB Baseline as outlined in the CCBH Vaccination Policy.

Minimum Requirements: 

• Associate's degree in nursing.
• Valid state of Ohio Registered Nurse license; current CPR certification.
• Minimum of one year of related experience.
• Valid driver's license and insurance at the time of appointment.
• Ability to efficiently multi-task on a daily basis.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and ability to preserve confidentiality of protected student health information and school records.
• Strong customer service, verbal and written communication skills, and effective presentation skills.  Good interpersonal relationship skills including cultural sensitivity & competence.
• Proficiency with use of PC hardware & basic software (i.e. Microsoft office), email, and office equipment (i.e., copier, fax, scanner, telephone, etc.).
• Proficiency with use of databases.  Proficiency with querying and reporting data.
• Ability to use logic and reason to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

General PHN Responsibilities:

• Monitors the healthcare needs of county residents.  Identifies & administers nursing care to children and adults for domestic and international purposes in either a clinic, community, or school setting. Educates clients on general well-being and disease prevention.  Assesses the clients' conditions and provides referrals to more appropriate resources as needed.
• Administers screening tests and vaccinations where applicable [including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), sexually transmitted infections, blood lead, reproductive health, tuberculosis (TB), physical assessments, etc.]  Educates and counsels clients on screening processes and results.
• Provides case management to individuals and families/caregivers to ensure comprehensive service delivery including home visitations, counseling, needs assessment, results interpretations, and referrals for additional services.  May develop specific care/resource plans for clients and/or coordinate services on behalf of clients.
• Conducts assessments of clients their environments (e.g. schools, homes, etc.) to ensure safety and suitability for providing healthcare services.
• Leverages existing partnerships with external service providers to access resources for agency programs and clients.  Educates providers on agency programs.
• Promotes agency programs where applicable and educates clients about program features & benefits.  Coordinates client enrollment into agency programs.
• Responds to inquiries from clients, community, and providers regarding complex and/or high sensitivity healthcare concerns.
• Notifies agency, clients, community, and other stakeholders about confirmed communicable diseases, outbreaks, and other environmental conditions that pose a threat to the public.
• Documents client interactions and maintains accurate records/files. Submits reports as required.
• Participates in public health emergency activities as needed.  Coordinates and facilitates services between the agency and the community.
• May communicate with third parties about clients' specific health conditions as permitted and/or required by HIPAA and other state/federal law.
• May serve as a healthcare subject matter expert to ensure that stakeholders comply with state/federal legislation and maintain accurate healthcare policies & procedures.
• May be required to operate agency-owned fleet vehicles at offsite service locations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Potential Programmatic Focus Areas include, but not limited to:

Clinic Services Program Responsibilities:

• Provide immunization and reproductive health and wellness services to clients across the lifespan in a variety of clinic and community-based settings.
• Direct patient care duties include: vaccinations, HIV/STI testing, counseling, education and referrals.
• Some extended clinic hours require a 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. shift covered on a staff rotation schedule.

Newborn Home Visiting Program Responsibilities:

• Provide home visits for children and families.
• Conduct health and developmental screenings.
• Develop and implement health care plans compliant with program guidelines and protocols.
• Coordinate and document referrals to the appropriate resources.

Please complete the online application on our website, www.ccbh.net/jobs

 All applicants are required to upload a resume and include a cover letter with their application. 

Deadline to Apply: POSTED UNTIL FILLED

Bilingual Applicants Welcome

All employees hired for a position must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future.

Employees hired for a position that is funded in whole or in part by a designated funding source may be laid off when the funding source is reduced or eliminated.

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Summary of Benefits offered at CCBH (for employees working at least 40 hours per pay period/Bi-weekly):

• Medical (full time employees responsible for 10% of premium)
• Dental (full time employees responsible for 10% of premium)
• Vision
• Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)
• Deferred Compensation
• FSA Health and Dependent Care
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Holidays (14 paid per year)
• Vacation Time (13 paid days per year for new service PERS members*)
• Sick Time (15 paid days per year*)
• Personal Days (up to 3 paid per year)
• Agency paid Life Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Identity Theft Protection
• Voluntary Critical Illness
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Parking Onsite
• Remote work from home available up to two days per week with approval after the completion of a minimum of 60 days of employment.
• Alternate work schedule or changes in work schedule available after initial training period with approval. Core work hours of 10am to 2pm required of all staff