Public Health Nurse II — Program Lead & Supervisor

Grays Harbor County; Montesano (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Grays Harbor County in Washington is seeking a professional Public Health nurse for planning and implementing health care programs. The role includes direct patient care, consultation to staff, and coordinating staff and program activities within a specific nursing project.

You will work under the Department Director, follow policies, supervise staff, maintain records, develop proposals, and participate in conferences to improve health services.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a university program in nursing approved by the National League for Nursing with specialization in Public Health nursing.
• Considerable experience in Public Health nursing work.
• OR SUBSTITUTE: An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Public Health nursing and the functions of other health and social agencies.
• Ability to instruct and direct nurses in the application of Public Health nursing techniques; provide supervision, leadership, and consultation in a specific program; understand and interpret Public Health laws and regulations; develop cooperative relationships with community organizations and individuals; apply principles of learning and to communicate ideas effectively; accept responsibility for the continuation of professional growth and development; and recognize the need for and seek supervision or consultation.
• Possession of a current State of Washington Registered Nurse's License.
• Possession of a current State of Washington driver's license at time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of special Public Health programs or projects; supervises assigned staff.
• Provides direct nursing care to patients or nursing expertise as needed.
• Participates in staff conferences for the purpose of reviewing overall activities and program planning.
• Maintains records and statistical data and prepares reports for evaluating program services and for program planning.
• Assists in developing project proposals and grant applications.
• Initiates and participates in professional and lay conferences and other meetings to exchange information on health care services.
• Provides liaison and coordination between Public Health nursing staff and other department personnel as needed.
• Performs related work as required.

Skills

Public Health nursing knowledge

Supervision and leadership

Communication skills

Education

Nursing degree (BSN or equivalent)

Job description

Grays Harbor County in Washington is seeking a professional Public Health nurse for planning and implementing health care programs. The role includes direct patient care, consultation to staff, and coordinating staff and program activities within a specific nursing project.

You will work under the Department Director, follow policies, supervise staff, maintain records, develop proposals, and participate in conferences to improve health services.