Public Health Nurse I​/II- Tuberculosis Program

Overview

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We are actively recruiting for a Registered Nurse to join our Tuberculosis (TB) program team. This role involves providing direct patient care for individuals undergoing TB treatment and coordinating care for TB cases throughout Weld County. In addition, this RN will support immunization services in the clinic.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with tuberculosis or other communicable diseases, a background in community or public health nursing, and a passion for the community they serve. The ideal candidate will enjoy case management and be adaptable to cover clinics as needed.

Nurse I: $76,315.20 - $

Nurse II: $84,136.00 - $

* The anticipated starting salary for Nurse I is $76,315.20 and for Nurse II is $84,136.00.

Nursing Assessment - 30%

• Establish and maintain therapeutic client relationships with a nonjudgmental attitude while delivering individualized client services, either in the home or in clinic. Interview clients, gather a complete health history and develop plan of care based on client needs.

Therapeutic Relationships - 20%

• Develop an effective working relationship with clients and their families to enhance problem-solving competence. Use logic and reasoning skills to identify the strengths and weaknesses of each family and guide them to consider alternative solutions or approaches to problems when appropriate.

Care Coordination and Education - 35%

• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate client care plans; modify client treatment plans as indicated by clients' responses and conditions; administer medications and/or vaccines according to protocol to clients and monitor clients for reactions and/or side effects

Nurse II

Minimum essential functions of a Public Health Nurse I - 60%

• Must meet the minimum essential functions of a Public Health Nurse I.

Program Evaluation and Outreach - 10%

• Participate in evaluation of programs and provide input into how to further develop and enhance programs.

Leadership Roles - 10%

• Assume expanded or leadership roles as needed when responding to public health emergencies.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Nurse I

• 2 years of professional work experience with maternal and public health, family planning, child health, pediatrics, case management, or closely related field in a public health setting is preferred, but not required. Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary skills will be considered.

Nurse II

• 2 years of professional work experience with maternal and public health, family planning, child health, pediatrics, case management, or closely related field in a public health setting is required. Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary skills will be considered.