PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE 2408



Job Details

PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE 2408
Employer

City of Long Beach

Salary

$2,244.24 - $3,376.56 Biweekly

Location

Long Beach, CA

Job Type

Classified - Full-Time, Permanent

Job Number

G19NN-18

Department

Health & Human Services - (CL)

Division

HEALTH-PUB HLTH-NURSING SERVICES

Opening Date

10/06/2017

Closing Date

Continuous

DESCRIPTIONx


Accepting online applications only.  Apply online 24 hours a day, October 6, 2017 through 4:30 p.m., June 15, 2018. EXTENDED
 
Grade I – Entry level, under direct supervision, provides public health nursing services in home settings with populations ranging from infants to seniors.  Works closely with the Public Health Nurse Supervisor and experienced Public Health Nurses.

Grade II – Under general supervision, operates more autonomously, and provides public health nursing services in home settings or other community settings.  May represent the Department at community meetings, collaboratives, and other events.  Provides input into the development of programs and budgets.

Grade III – Performs Grade II duties, plus oversees specific public health programs (i.e. Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health; Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention, and Senior Services) – including directing program staff activities, ensuring accomplishment of program deliverables, developing budgets and scopes of work, and writing reports.     
 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIESx

Under supervision, promotes health and wellness through education, referral, advocacy, case management, coordination of services, and case-findings; provides public health nursing services in a variety of settings (i.e., homes, clinics, programs and the community); recognizes multicultural practices and beliefs, and their impacts on health behaviors and tailors approaches accordingly; identifies/evaluates medical, psychosocial, and socio-economic barriers; may coordinate Nursing Division grant funded programs including development of budgets and scopes of work, and oversee the activities of other professional and para-professional staff; identifies, collects, and analyzes health data about communities and at-risk population groups; develops and participates on community advisory boards, task forces, and committees; develops and conducts educational and outreach programs for community and professional groups based on assessed need; functions as case manager/case coordinator utilizing a multi-disciplinary approach to ensure improved health status; establish and evaluate nursing plans of care based on identified client need, strengths and availability of resources; makes appropriate linkages to community resources to meet the identified needs of clients; provides individual, family, and community level crisis intervention/management and appropriate reporting as mandated by law; conducts epidemiological investigations of communicable diseases; obtains medical histories, conducts physical assessments, administers prescribed treatment and dispenses medication; performs diagnostic tests and specimen collection, reviews and interprets laboratory findings, and follows up in accordance with procedures and protocols; acquires and maintains updated knowledge of federal, state and local health laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols as they relate to area of assignment and responsibility; performs required nursing documentation in accordance with the California Nursing Practice Act, and ensures documentation is clear, complete, and accurate; responds and researches inquiries from clients, social service and health care providers; may assume supervisory roles; performs other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILEx

Applicants must meet all the requirements below:
 

  • A valid California license to practice as a Registered Nurse (proof required)*
  • A valid certificate as a Public Health Nurse in California (proof required)*
  • A valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate (proof required)*
 
Additional Requirements to File:
 
  • Proficient in the use of computer and software computer applications
  • Willingness to work an irregular schedule, including weekends, evenings, and emergency call backs.
  • A valid motor vehicle operator's license and a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection interview.
 
*Required documents, such as certificates or licenses, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing.  Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form.
 
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in maternal/child health and/or older adult health is desirable.
 

SELECTION PROCEDUREx

This process will be conducted using the continuous, non-competitive procedure.  All applicants meeting the minimum requirements to file will be placed on the eligible list, with those receiving Veteran's Credit first and then in the order in which applications were filed. Eligible lists may be established periodically.

If you do not receive notification within two weeks of application filing, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.       
 
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for some positions interacting with the public.

 
 

 G19NN-17  MM-PHN                                         10/04/2017

  ADA Vector
 
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638. 
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
             



Long Beach is a dynamic city covering over 52.3 square miles and featuring 8 miles of shoreline, beaches and scenic marinas. It is the 5th largest city in California and the 32nd largest city in the United States. Long Beach is also the most diverse community with a population of over 487,000 and offers its residents and visitors entertainment, shopping, fine dining, golf courses, cruise lines, historical and cultural districts and tourist attractions like the Aquarium of the Pacific, Farmer's Market, Toyota Grand Prix, Long Beach Museum of Art, Queen Mary, and the Pike at Rainbow Harbor. Long Beach Unified School District received the Broad Prize for the Best Urban School District. Long Beach is a city where you can live, work and play.
 
 
Employee Benefits
 
The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
 
 
·             Medical and Dental Insurance
·             Life Insurance
·             Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)
·             Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave
·             Deferred Compensation
·             Credit Union Membership
·             Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)
·             Flexible Spending Accounts
·             Free Employee Parking

01
I. INSTRUCTIONS: The purpose of this supplemental application is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for this position. This form will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates on the eligible list. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Do not leave any questions unanswered. If you have no experience, please so indicate. Resumes will not be considered as part of the Civil Service application process and may not be substituted in lieu of the completed application or supplemental applications. Do you understand the above information?
  • Yes
  • No
02
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE Please indicate how you meet the requirements to file for Public Health Nurse.
  • I have a valid California license to practice as a Registered Nurse and a valid certificate as a Public Health Nurse in California, and a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
  • I do not have a valid California license to practice as a Registered Nurse, a valid certificate as a Public Health Nurse in California, and a valid CPR certificate. Selecting this option will disqualify me from applying for this position.
03
Are you willing to work an irregular schedule, including weekends, evenings, and emergency call backs?
  • Yes
  • No
04
A valid motor vehicle operator's license and a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection interview. Do you understand the above information?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Are you proficient in the use of computer and software computer applications?
  • Yes
  • No
06
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in maternal/child health and/or older adult health is desirable. Please check the box (s) that applies to you. If you do not have any of the above experience, please check N/A; selecting this option does not disqualify you from this position.
  • I have experience in maternal health.
  • I have experience in child health.
  • I have experience in older adult health.
  • NA
07
GENERAL QUESTIONS Are you claiming Veteran's Preference? Note: If you answer "YES", a copy of your DD-214 Member 4 Form (or other appropriate documentation) must be attached with your application at time of filing.
  • Yes
  • No
08
I understand that proof of required documents must be submitted as attachments at the time of filing online. I also understand that failure to submit all required documents at time of filing will result in the application being considered incomplete. Proofs may include the following below: • A valid California license to practice as Registered Nurse • A valid certificate as a Public Health Nurse in California • A current CPR certificate • DD 214 Member 4 Form or other appropriate documentation, if claiming Veteran's Preference. Do you understand the information listed above?
  • Yes
  • No
09
I certify that I have personally completed the information provided and that it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment. Do you understand the above information?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
City of Long Beach
Department
Health & Human Services - (CL)
Address
Civil Service Department
333 W. Ocean Blvd., 7th FL
Long Beach, California, 90802
Phone
(562) 570-6202

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