Public Health Nurse Lead: Community Health Programs

Grays Harbor County; Montesano (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Grays Harbor County in Washington is seeking a Public Health nurse responsible for direct patient care and coordination of specific health care programs. The role involves supervision of staff and collaboration with professional nursing staff to implement program initiatives.

The position requires knowledge of Public Health nursing practices, grant development capabilities, and effective communication with community organizations. Licensing and driving requirements are specified by the state.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a nursing program with specialization in Public Health nursing or equivalent training.
• Considerable experience in Public Health nursing work.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training accepted.
• Knowledge of Public Health nursing principles and related agency functions.
• Ability to supervise and lead nurses in a program and communicate effectively.
• Current State of Washington RN license.
• Current State of Washington driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Participates in planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of Public Health programs or projects; supervises assigned staff.
• Provides direct nursing care to patients or nursing expertise as needed.
• Participates in staff conferences to review 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 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

Staff supervision

Program coordination

Consultation

Education

Public Health nursing degree

Job description

Grays Harbor County in Washington is seeking a Public Health nurse responsible for direct patient care and coordination of specific health care programs. The role involves supervision of staff and collaboration with professional nursing staff to implement program initiatives.

The position requires knowledge of Public Health nursing practices, grant development capabilities, and effective communication with community organizations. Licensing and driving requirements are specified by the state.