Red Cross Public Health Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : 799 North Highland Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 08899
Department: Public Health
Division: FC_Nursing
Opening Date: 07/02/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
General Statement of Duties
Forsyth County Department of Public Health is searching for a Public Health Nurse II to join the team. The Public Health Clinic Nurse position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community by providing essential reproductive and preventive health services within the Family Planning Clinic while also supporting other public health clinic programs as needed. Responsibilities include patient assessment, health education and counseling, medication and vaccine administration, family planning services, sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment support, documentation, and coordination of care. This position is ideal for a nurse who enjoys working with diverse populations, values patient education and preventive care, and thrives in a collaborative team environment.
The cross-training component provides variety in daily responsibilities and opportunities to expand clinical skills across multiple public health service areas. A well-qualified applicant will appreciate the opportunity to build strong patient relationships, contribute to improving community health outcomes, and work in a mission-driven environment that values flexibility, teamwork, and professional growth.
The Public Health Clinic Nurse position plays a vital role in:

• Providing access to essential family planning and reproductive health services
• Supporting preventive healthcare and early intervention efforts
• Improving community health outcomes through education and counseling
• Reducing barriers to care for uninsured and underinsured populations
• Supporting emergency preparedness and public health response activities
• Strengthening patient trust and engagement through compassionate care

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Positives of Working in This Public Health Clinic Nurse Position

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on community health and wellness
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with patients and families
• Focus on preventive care and health education rather than only acute illness treatment
• Exposure to a variety of clinical services through cross-training opportunities
• Collaborative team atmosphere with multidisciplinary support
• Opportunity to serve vulnerable and underserved populations
• Professional growth and expanded clinical skill development
• Meaningful, mission-driven work that supports public health initiatives
• Ability to participate in community outreach and health promotion efforts
• Greater work-life balance compared to some hospital settings

Challenges of Working in This Public Health Clinic Nurse Position

• Fluctuating patient volumes and increasing community healthcare needs
• Managing complex social and economic barriers that affect patient care
• Frequent changes in public health guidelines, regulations, and funding requirements
• Need to adapt quickly to emergencies or outbreaks affecting clinic operations
• Emotional stress when working with vulnerable populations facing difficult circumstances
• Cross-training and floating between clinic areas may require continual adjustment
• Administrative tasks and documentation requirements can be time-consuming

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Please note: This position may be filled at the Public Health Nurse I level for candidates who do not yet meet the qualifications for Public Health Nurse II. Employees hired at the Public Health Nurse I level will be promoted to Public Health Nurse II upon successful completion of 12 months of employment and fulfillment of all position requirements.
The hiring salary range for Public Health Nurse I is as follows:
$25.10/hour ($52,208.00/year) - $28.87/hour ($60,049.60/year)
Distinguishing Features
The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Considerable knowledge of and skill in the application of nursing theory, practices, principles, and techniques employed in the field of public health and related programs.
Considerable knowledge of available resources and organizations and the ability to coordinate these as needed.
Working knowledge of and the ability to apply the principles and practices of public health.
Working knowledge of current social and economic problems relating to public health.
Knowledge of available resources and organizations in the community.
Ability to record accurately the services rendered and to interpret and explain records, reports, and medical instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
Ability to deal tactfully with others and to exercise good judgment in appraising situations and making decisions.
Ability to secure the cooperation of clients, to elicit needed information, and to maintain effective working relationships.
Minimum Education and Experience
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a B.S. Degree in Nursing which includes a public health nursing rotation and one year of professional nursing experience in specialty area; or
Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience in specialty area assigned.
Must be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement.
Individuals hired without a rotation through a public health department as part of educational requirement will be required to complete Introduction to the Public Health Nursing course within one year of hire.
A valid Driver's License is required.
Minimum Education and Experience for Public Health Nurse I:
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a B.S. Degree in Nursing which includes a public health nursing rotation or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Must be licensed to practice as a Registered nurse in North Carolina by the N.C. Board of Nursing.
A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement.
A valid Driver's License is required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.
Attends quarterly Continuity Care Conference on women with a history of a recent poor birth outcome based on obstetrical history.
Convenes quarterly audit meetings for the DHP High Risk Maternity Clinic record review and compiles results to be available to the Women's Health Section.
Reviews prenatal records to identify clients and refer to High Risk Maternity Clinic services, social work services, and nutritional services and maintains a central file of DHP OB patient's registration cards with pertinent demographic information and obstetrical information.
Assists in making postpartum/family planning appointments.
Provides written information to OBCM's as requested, regarding delivery, discharge, special instructions and appointments for mother/baby.
Obtains referrals on those patients who have received no prenatal care.
Updating, reviewing and as needed developing policies and procedures needed to meet state requirements each fiscal year. Communication and assisting implementation of those policies and procedures with DHP staff.
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The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

• Yes I understand and agree
• No I do not agree

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Are you licensed to practice as a Registered nurse in North Carolina by the N.C. Board of Nursing?

• Yes
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Do you have any experience in Public Health?

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Do you have experience providing patient education and counseling?

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Do you have a valid Driver's License?

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How many years of experience do you have practicing as a Nurse?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 6 years
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• 8 years or more

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How many years of experience do you have working with various cultures, backgrounds and ethnicities?

• No experience
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• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less then 6 years
• 6 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years or more

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Do you have experience working with family planning, women's health, or reproductive health services?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to cross-train and float between multiple clinic areas as needed?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations?

• Yes
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Are you able to support emergency preparedness or public health response activities as needed?

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Are you willing to support various community outreach events on occasional weekends or after normal work hours?

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