Public Health Nurse I presso Cabarrus Health Alliance

Hours: 8:00 - 5:00 Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week 

Pay Range: $28.00 - $30.00

Benefits: The benefits package includes excellent employer paid health insurance with low out of pocket cost, retirement pension (NC Local Government Retirement System), 401(k) with match, dental, vision, life, disability, paid vacation, paid sick, 13 paid holidays, floating holiday, new hires start out with two vacation and sick days and begin accruing immediately, paid parental leave, paid volunteer hours, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, wellness allowance and more. (Benefits differ for part time employees). Prior local and state government years of service count toward calculating vacation accrual rate! 

The Public Health Nurse provides comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages, often working in clinics. The role will encompass patient assessment, medication administration, monitoring, vaccination, procedure assistance, and health education. The PHN will document patient information accurately and may engage in health promotion and prevention activities. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Perform routine patient assessments, including taking vital signs, completing medical history, assessing condition, medication education 
• Assist with telephone and walk in triage of patients with questions and concerns
• Order labs, diagnostic tests, clinical tests 
• Document in the electronic health record 
• Administer medications, vaccinations and treatments
• Patient chart preparation
• Flexible with work hours to cover the needs of clinic

Education/Experience: Graduation from an accredited nursing school, BSN preferred. Must have one year of nursing experience. Experience in an office setting preferred. Fluency in English and Spanish preferred

License: Must have a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina. Must also have a current, valid North Carolina driver's license. Must complete the introduction to Public Health Credential course within the first year of employment. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• General knowledge of and skill in the application of nursing theory, practices, principles, and techniques employed in public health and related programs 
• Knowledge of and ability to apply principles of public health, working knowledge of current social and economic problems relating to healthcare 
• Working knowledge of available resources for patient population 
• Ability to deal tactfully with others, and to exercise good judgment in appraising situations and making decisions
• Must be able to secure the cooperation of clients, elicit needed information, and maintain effective working relationships
• Accurately record services rendered and interpret and explain records 

Our Mission

To improve individual and community health through services, education, and collaborative action.

Our Vision

We envision a thriving community where people make healthy choices in healthy environments.

CHA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.