Public Health Nurse

(WCA) Wisconsin Counties Association; Merrill (WI); Vor Ort; USD 43.972 - 49.001; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Holidays

Wisconsin Retirement System

Zusammenfassung

A public health organization in Merrill, Wisconsin is seeking a Public Health Nurse to provide nursing services such as immunizations and health education. The role offers 24 hours per week, a starting wage of $31.92 to $35.57 per hour, and comprehensive benefits including dental and vision insurance. Candidates must be licensed Registered Nurses in Wisconsin, with preferred experience in public health nursing and a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. Application forms are available online and at the Lincoln County Service Center.

Qualifikationen

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Wisconsin.
• One to two years’ experience in public health nursing preferred.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and a good driving record.

Aufgaben

• Provide public health nursing services to individuals and families.
• Conduct communicable disease follow-up and immunizations.
• Assist in public health services during emergencies.

Kenntnisse

Public health nursing experience

Health education

Coalition building

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Jobbeschreibung

Applications are now being accepted for a Public Health Nurse with the Lincoln County Health Department. This position is scheduled for 24 hours per week.

To be considered, applicants must complete and submit a Lincoln County Employment Application form.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Provides public health nursing services to individuals, families, and population groups. Duties include communicable disease follow-up, immunizations, oral health services, and maternal and child health. Nursing activities include, but are not limited to, analysis of health data, vaccinations, health screening and follow-up, health education and advocacy, coalition building and collaborating with community partners to promote the health of a population. The public health nurse can be expected to assist in the provision of public health services in the event of a public health emergency.

QUALIFICATIONS

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Wisconsin required. One to two years’ experience in public health nursing preferred. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing school preferred. Must have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license, proof of insurance and a good driving record.

WAGE

Starting wage of $31.92 to $35.57 per hour based on experience.

BENEFITS

• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Long-Term Disability
• Vision Insurance
• Vacation- available on day one!
• Generous Sick Leave
• 10 paid Holidays per year
• EAP (Employee Assistance Plan)- paid by the County
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
• Allstate Plans- Accident, Critical Illness and Short Term Disability
• Wisconsin Retirement System. As an employee of Lincoln County, you would be eligible for the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), which is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country!

Applicants must complete and submit a Lincoln County Employment Application Form. Application forms are available at the Lincoln County Service Center (upper level), 801 N. Sales Street in Merrill, Wisconsin and on the County’s website at www.co.lincoln.wi.us.