Part-Time School-Based Public Health Nurse

KENTUCKY PUBLIC HEALTH; Kentucky; On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Hopkins County Health Department is seeking a part-time RN to provide basic nursing services in a school-based clinic setting. The position runs 6 hours per day when school is in session and follows the school calendar.

Under moderate supervision, the nurse will perform assessments, implement care plans, and conduct disease investigations to promote community health. A current RN license in Kentucky or a compact state is required, with BSN allowing substitution for experience.

Qualifications

• Must have RN license in Kentucky or compact state.
• One year of RN experience.
• BSN may substitute for the one year required experience.
• Must complete required annual updates.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing functions and services to individuals and families under moderate supervision in a clinic, school or community setting.
• Performs nursing assessment and develops/implements a plan of care.
• Documents services according to standards and maintains confidentiality.
• Participates in specialized clinics and educates patients and families.
• May mentor new staff and coordinate program activities.

Job description

Hopkins County Health Department is seeking a part-time RN to provide basic nursing services in a school-based clinic setting. The position runs 6 hours per day when school is in session and follows the school calendar.

Under moderate supervision, the nurse will perform assessments, implement care plans, and conduct disease investigations to promote community health. A current RN license in Kentucky or a compact state is required, with BSN allowing substitution for experience.