Public Health Nurse Supervisor: Lead Community Programs

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Kittanning (Armstrong County); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Health, Southwest District, seeks a Community Health Nurse Supervisor to lead public health staff, collaborate with community partners, and guide statewide programs that improve health outcomes. This role emphasizes leadership, planning, and collaboration to strengthen essential public health services.

Responsibilities include supervising nurses and clerical staff, directing disease surveillance, coordinating with agencies and schools, and

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Three years as a Community Health Nurse (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Four years of community health nursing experience; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Disease Oversight: Ensure case investigations and surveillance for reportable diseases using approved systems and manuals
• Clinical Leadership: Direct clinical practices and guide staff in delivering public health services
• Program Planning: Plan and direct clinical services, emergency response activities, and community initiatives
• Community Assessment: Lead community health assessments to identify priorities and address local needs
• Partner Coordination: Direct staff in working with agencies, schools, and health professionals to support public health initiatives
• Committee Representation: Represent the department on committees and advocate for public health programs

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Health, Southwest District, seeks a Community Health Nurse Supervisor to lead public health staff, collaborate with community partners, and guide statewide programs that improve health outcomes. This role emphasizes leadership, planning, and collaboration to strengthen essential public health services.

Responsibilities include supervising nurses and clerical staff, directing disease surveillance, coordinating with agencies and schools, and