Public Health Nurse ; PCN

Public Health Nurse 2

Public Health Nurse 2 (PCN 061252) is located in the Ketchikan Public Health Center, 605 Gateway Court, Ketchikan, AK. The Department of Health invites qualified applicants to apply for this dynamic and rewarding opportunity.

• Conduct health assessments and develop improvement strategies for Alaskan families.
• Provide screenings, preventive care, and health education.
• Manage infectious disease prevention and case management.

• Accountability – responsible use of human, financial, and environmental resources.
• Respect – services without discrimination or judgment.
• Human potential – fostering strong, healthy communities and individual potential.
• Integrity – honest and ethical behavior.
• Scientific Excellence – contributing to public health knowledge and data‑based policy.

Enjoy excellent benefits, flexibility, generous leave accrual, and 12 paid holidays a year. For more in-depth benefit information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The position is located at the Ketchikan Public Health Center, 605 Gateway Court. Ketchikan sits in the panhandle of Southeast Alaska, 90 minutes by air from Seattle.

• Public Health – knowledge of concepts, principles, theories, and tools associated with protecting and improving community health.
• Decision Making – sound, well‑informed, and objective decisions, even in uncertain situations.
• Partnering – network development and strategic relationship building across boundaries.
• Interpersonal Skills – courteous, empathetic, culturally sensitive communication with diverse populations.
• Analysis and Assessment – use of information technology to collect, analyze, and disseminate data.

• Valid Alaska Registered Nursing License required at time of employment, per Alaska Nurse Practice Act.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• CPR Certification required.

• Eligibility to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alaska.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university or Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited college or university.

Candidates not currently licensed by the State of Alaska, who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements, may apply for vacancies in this job class. Proof of RN licensure will be required prior to appointment and reporting for duty.

Candidates not actively enrolled, but who can provide proof of acceptance into an accredited RN‑to‑BSN bridge program, may apply for vacancies in the Public Health Nurse I job class. Continued employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon active enrollment and attendance in the program commencing within six months of initial hire.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations, auxiliary aids, services, or alternative communication formats may call 1‑800‑587‑4095, TTY:
Alaska Relay 711, or 1‑800‑770‑8973. The State of Alaska is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Jennifer Bergen
Public Health Nurse 4
Phone: 907‑225‑4350
Email: jennifer.bergen