Public Health Nurse: Community Care & Immunization

North Slope Borough, AK; Utqiaġvik (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

North Slope Borough is seeking a public health nurse to provide basic nursing services, medical assessments, and counseling in support of community health goals.

The role involves travel to villages, immunization services for infants and children, and collaboration with local professionals to ensure continuity of care. Some evenings, holidays, weekends, and on-call duties may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be free from active pulmonary tuberculosis.
• Criminal history background check required by Alaska authorities.
• RN Diploma or AS degree; Alaska RN licensure within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical assessments, treatments and counseling to residents.
• Assist in infant and child health assessments and immunizations.
• Travel to villages within the North Slope Borough.
• Work non-traditional hours including evenings, holidays, weekends, and on call.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Health education

Counseling skills

Community resources

PC software

Education

RN Diploma or Associate Degree

State RN licensure within 90 days

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

North Slope Borough is seeking a public health nurse to provide basic nursing services, medical assessments, and counseling in support of community health goals.

The role involves travel to villages, immunization services for infants and children, and collaboration with local professionals to ensure continuity of care. Some evenings, holidays, weekends, and on-call duties may be required.