Johnson County Community Health Services Hiring For Public Health Nurse at Warrensburg, MO, United States Full Time

Job Description

*Job Summary: *Professional public health nursing position responsible for provision and promotion of DHSS programs and local public health services. Works with DHSS contractual issues and is responsible for assuring compliance with DHSS standards in designated public health programs and services. Work is performed independently within established policies, applicable federal and state laws and program guidelines. Nursing functions are carried out under medical direction. Other duties as assigned.Duties/Responsibilities:

• Receives and processes public health service requests and works closely with other health care providers, support groups and families in referrals to and from Agency in accordance with established procedures.
• Provides services according to Agency policies & procedures.
• Works with the medical community, the DHSS, social service agencies, and officials as necessary to meet public health program goals.
• Performs nursing duties, as necessary, in homes, schools and clinics.
• Attends meetings and workshops. Maintains an awareness of new programs, regulations, and procedures.
• Recommends changes in the Agency’s policies and prepares written procedures.
• Participates in Agency planning activities to determine program goals, service needs, and quality improvement issues.
• Assists, as needed, in personnel orientation, training and in-service education.
• Reviews health program records for conformance to all applicable laws, rules and regulations as well as Agency policies and procedures.
• Assist as needed to assure adequate assistance and coverage of overall Agency functions.
• Performs other related duties in the best interest of the Agency as required.
• Work s with Child Care Health Consultation (CCHC), MCH, Core PH contract.
• Attends School Nurse, and CQI meetings as directed
• Participates in annual review of Public Health Policies and Procedures and Immunization Standing Orders with Medical Director.
• Provides, or assists, with the following activities: Pregnancy testing, counseling, and issuance of temporary Medicaid cards; Pregnancy, Child Birth, and Child Care Education; CPR and First Aid Classes; Communicable Disease surveillance; Immunizations; Blood Pressure Clinics; Employer Immunization and/or Testing Agreements; School screenings; and School Health Consultation.
• Participates in other activities as necessary.

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Required Skills/Abilities: *

• Principles, practices and techniques of professional nursing and ability to apply these with initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness in the Community Health setting.
• Interpersonal relationships in the implementation of programs and the ability to work effectively with patient and community population. Respond to questions using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers and supervisor(s), maintaining harmonious working relations, in normal office or clinical environment.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations, appropriate Department of Health program guidelines, with the ability to interpret and apply these to Agency programs and individual cases.
• Knowledge of available community health resources and ability to apply problem-solving techniques to population needs.
• Ability to coordinate unassisted in a variety of community settings, including county-wide residential homes, and must be able to lift and assist clients as needed to complete care.
• Computer proficiency essential. Ability to read, analyze and interpret a variety of instructions provide in written, oral diagram or schedule form.
• May occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Perform work in a variety of settings with all age groups.
• CPR/AED Certification Courses.
• Public Health Emergency Preparedness certification.

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Education and Experience: *

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program with current Missouri State licensure. (LPN or RN)
• At least two years related experience required.

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Physical Requirements: *

• Sitting for extended periods at a desk, and working on a computer.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with customers, vendors, management, and co-workers.
• Regular use of telephone and email for communication is essential.
• Hearing, vision, and speaking within normal ranges.
• Ability to perform keyboarding skills.
• Ability to stand, greet customers, vendors, management, and co-workers
• Good manual dexterity for use of common office equipment such as computers, calculator, copiers, and fax machines.
• Able to lift or carry up to 40 pounds.

About Johnson County Community Health Services: Johnson County Community Health Services (JCCHS) have been IMPROVING YOUR QUALITY OF LIFE since we were established in 1975. Operated under County Health Center Statutes (Chapter 205 RSMo) and an elected Board of Trustees. JCCHS was created to house a multi-purpose agency that includes Home Health, Public Health, and WIC. Our Home health care agency is federally certified and state licensed. We provide Home Health care to Johnson County, Lafayette County and Pettis County residents in their homes. JCCHS provides services to improve quality of life for the community, our clients, and the families of our clients by providing our services under the supervision of licensed professional nurses that carry out the orders of physicians. Our Home Health team promotes independence and recovery in the home setting. Our Public health provides many services as well; vaccinations, birth and death records, environmental services, and more. WIC helps qualifying families eat healthy and stay well. All JCCHS divisions work collaboratively with area community groups and providers to address a wide range of health care and public health needs to eliminate health disparities and increase the number of healthy years that Johnson county residents live. MISSION: Johnson County Community Health Services is improving the quality of life for the communities we serve by providing quality Home Health, Public Health, and WIC services. VISION: Johnson County Community Health Services will be a leader in Home Health, Public Health, and WIC services. CORE VALUES: 1. Dedicated, competent, and professional employees provide compassionate care to all clients. 2. Establish community partnerships to address unmet needs and issues. 3. Effective management of resources and programs assure continuity and growth.Job Type: Full-time