Vacancy Announcement –Clinic Registered Nurse (RN), Three Rivers/Sturgis

Under the supervision of the Clinic Supervisor, provides professional nursing care to clients in the St. Joseph County offices of the health department (Sturgis and Three Rivers) clinics according to specific program requirements and recommended public health core competencies. Health department services include Immunizations, WIC, Sexually Transmitted Disease Control, Tuberculosis Control and comprehensive Communicable Disease surveillance and prevention. The public health nurse also becomes trained and prepared to respond to community emergency/pandemic/ bioterrorism situations. Nursing care includes assessment, interpretation of results, administering and prescribing medication standing orders, counseling and teaching, referral for other services, and evaluation of nursing care. May act as team leader for clinic managers, clerk/technicians, and Immunization Techs. Answers telephone calls and questions from walk-in clients related to health concerns or clinic services. Demonstrates clear communication and integrity in support of the CHA mission, philosophy, and quality of client interventions. Promotes a model of ethical standards within the Agency and community. Developing a population-oriented view of community health is vital to appropriate public health nursing.

Employment Qualifications:

Education: Current Michigan Registered Nurse license is required

Experience & Required Skills:

• Two to more years of professional nursing experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary to effectively communicate with co-workers, clients, community partners, community agencies/organizations and others such as elected officials.
• Computer skills necessary to effectively utilize electronic medical record.

Special Requirement: Must have a valid Michigan Driver’s License and reliable transportation, as work-related travel may be required.

Salary and Fringe Benefits:

This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week with a starting wage of $25.78 per hour. BHSJCHA offers a full range of fringe benefits including: Health, Dental, Optical, Life Insurances, Sick and Annual Leaves, an Employer Contributed Retirement Savings Plan, and Flexible Spending Plan.

Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

The Benefits of Working in Public Health - Helping People Live Healthier
Feel good about making a difference in your community, promote a healthy environment, job stability and opportunities for career development, influence health policy, eradicate disease, improve the lives of children, families, and the elderly.

• 12 Paid Holidays per year - No waiting to be eligible
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage begins on 1st day of employment, with plan options with no employee contribution toward cost
• Vacation time accrues from the first day of employment, 16 days earned in the first year
• Sick time accrues from the first day of employment, 12 days annually
• Work week is only 37.5 hours, and generally Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Company paid life insurance and short-term disability
• AFLAC options available
• Healthcare Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts available
• Municipal Employee Retirement System with employer contribution of 5%
• Qualified Employer under the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: From $25.78 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Public Health

Physical setting:

• Clinic

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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