Hiring for Local Clinical Specialist - Cambridge City IN - Contract

Public Health Nurse

Join our team as a Public Health Nurse, where you will play a crucial role in community well-being. This position involves providing essential health services, including vaccinations and testing, while adhering to all safety and documentation protocols.

Job Description

• Provide onsite point of care services such as vaccinations and testing. Follow all agency and division policies and procedures relating to safety, infection control, documentation, and eligibility. Document and report concerns as directed to agency leadership.

• Maintain proficiency in all related nursing skills. Complete all required trainings and in-services and maintain all required licensure and certifications.

• Maintain confidentiality of all patients.

• Complete required documentation related to all aspects of care provided.

• Document findings and submit reports within required timeframes.

• Attend required staff and Division meetings.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must at least hold an LPN license; RN license preferred. Must be knowledgeable in infection control practices, vaccinations, point of care testing, and phlebotomy. Will travel to various locations in Indiana and assist in the operation of mobile clinics.

• Specialized knowledge of principles of nursing practice and standards of care.

• Ability to work without onsite clinical supervision.

• Knowledge of nursing procedures and the ability to work in a variety of settings.

• Ability to identify potential adverse health and safety conditions.

• Ability to work as part of a team.

• Ability to utilize computer equipment and software to enter, retrieve, and manipulate data.

• Must hold and maintain a valid Indiana driver's license.

• Ability and willingness to work before and after standard work hours, including on weekends.

• Professional demeanor and ability to maintain composure under stressful situations.

• Commitment to the public health mission of protecting the health, safety, rights, privacy, and well-being of residents in long-term care facilities.

• Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.

Difficulty of Work

Must be able to travel throughout an assigned region of Indiana. The ideal candidate would be willing to respond to surges in patient demand by being available for additional shifts or on short notice.

Responsibility

The public health nurse plays a crucial role in community well-being. Responsibilities may include conducting health assessments, providing vaccinations, testing, offering health education, and providing treatment and care within diverse populations. They are required to provide care and documentation consistent with all state and federal rules/regulations.