Public Health Nurse II

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Under general supervision, perform professional nursing services, instruction, and health counseling to individuals, families or groups in homes, clinics and community settings or the purpose of prevention and control of diseases and the promotion of health, and to do other work as required.

This is the full working level class in the Public Health Nurse career series. Incumbents perform the full scope of public health nursing duties by initiating and carrying out special programs within an assigned caseload or geographical area under limited supervision.

Positions in this class are distinguished from positions in the class of Staff Nurse by the environment in which the work is performed (Staff Nurses typically work in primary care facilities), by the somewhat independent nature of the practice, and by the instructional, educational emphasis of their work and by the educational training in public health.
Examples of Duties
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Plans, organizes and provides nursing services within an assigned specialty, clinic or geographical area.
Provides case finding, health counseling and instruction and epidemiological investigation in connection with the prevention and control of disease and the promotion of health.
Applies the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation.
Provides care and treatment for health problems; carries out physician's orders; administers injections and oral medications applied in the home, clinic or group situation.
Refers clients to appropriate resources, agencies and clinics for further evaluation and treatment.
Evaluates individual and family situations for problems detrimental to good health; conducts health appraisals and screening.
Coordinates care of individuals and families with public and private agencies; confers with physicians, nursing staff, other agencies and community members.
Determines special needs of an assigned area; recommends and implements projects to address those needs; participates with community groups in identifying and developing needed public health services.
Keeps records, prepares reports, compiles statistical information.
Thorough knowledge of:
Principles, methods and practices of public health nursing.
Community aspects of nursing programs including provisions for continuity of patient care, nursing services in health programs and nursing care in the home.
Working knowledge of:
The use of community resources for assistance in public health programs.
Federal, state and local laws and regulations governing public health.
Epidemiologic investigation, control and care of chronic and communicable diseases and illness, handicapping conditions, mental illness and other disabling conditions.
Environmental, sociological and psychological problems associated with public health nursing clients and families.
Normal and abnormal human physiological development and behavior patterns.
Prevention, detection, reporting and treatment of child abuse and neglect.
Principles and procedures involved with family planning, venereal disease control, maternal and child health and communicable diseases.
Some knowledge of:
Principles of mental health.
Current literature and trends in community health.
Teaching principles and techniques.
Skill to:
Analyze information and draw logical conclusions.
Speak effectively to address groups and individuals.
Write to prepare reports and records.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Use common medical instructions.
Manage an assigned caseload.
Minimum Qualifications
Pursuant to Title 17 of the California Administrative Code, possession of a license in active status, to practice as a registered nurse in California and possession of a Public Health Nursing Certificate.
One year of responsible professional experience in public health nursing. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience to satisfactorily perform these duties.
Supplemental Information
Additional Information:
The ability to speak, read, and write Spanish in addition to English would be an asset in this position but is not required.
Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid CA Driver License for the class vehicle driven.
The Department of Social Services will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.
Monterey County, like all employers, is required to verify an employee's right to work in the United States. Accordingly, on the first day of employment, employees must have and show those documents that verify their legal right to work in the United States. Examples of accepted documentation are a U.S. Passport or Alien Registration Card, or a driver's license and Social Security Card, or a driver's license and U.S. Birth Certificate.
Additionally, our agency requires a valid social security card in order to process employee paychecks. Accordingly, on the first day of employment, employees must have and show this document.
Government agencies accessing US government information, which includes federal tax information must ensure that background investigation requirements for all agency employees and contractors that have access to federal tax information are consistent with the IRS background investigation requirements for access to federal tax information. A background check may be required if the position requires access to these types of records. Background requirements consist of three components which include, fingerprinting, citizenship verification, and local law enforcement checks. Applicable agencies must conduct an investigation during the time of hire and ensure an investigation is conducted 10 years from the date of the previous background investigation for each employee that has access to federal tax information.
COVID-19
On July 30, 2021, the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors took action to mandate COVID-19 vaccination for all employees to include new hires. The vaccination requirement is in accordance with Section 25 of the County of Monterey Emergency Response Manual and COVID-19 Prevention Program Link
. Applicants who accept employment with the County of Monterey, will be required to be fully vaccinated. However, individuals may request medical or religious exemptions and will be required to complete the appropriate request and certification forms for review and approval no later than their start date. Medical
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VETERANS PREFERENCE
If you would like to request Veteran's preference points as part of the application packet, please attach a copy of your DD-214 form to your application.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE EXAMINATION – WEIGHTED 100%
The Training & Experience Examination is designed to elicit a range of specific information regarding each candidate’s knowledge, skill, abilities, and potential to effectively perform the duties relative to the classification. Responses to the questionnaire will be assessed based on pre-determined rating criteria. All applicants must complete the entire examination to receive a score. In order to obtain a position on the eligible list, candidates must receive a minimum rating of 70% on the examination.

ELIGIBLE LIST INFORMATION
A departmental open eligible list will be established for the county of Monterey. The list will be utilized for 12 months after it is established unless the needs of the service and conditions of the list warrant a change in this period.

RETEST PERIOD
Once you have taken the examination, you may not retest for six (6) months from the established eligibility date.

SPECIAL TESTING ARRANGEMENTS
Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants for disability, military, or religious reasons. If you require such arrangements, please contact **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. at ****
or 916-323-2360 upon notification that your application has been approved. Documentation from medical, military, school or church officials outlining the accommodation request must be received by our office a minimum of five business days prior to a scheduled examination.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must attach your transcripts to your application. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial; official transcripts may be required upon appointment. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

GENERAL INFORMATION
MSS reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the recruitment if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service laws and rules and all competitors will be notified.
If you meet the requirements stated on this bulletin, you may take this examination. Your performance in this examination will be rated against predetermined rating criteria. All competitors who pass will be added to the eligible list. Meeting the entry requirements does not assure success in the examination or placement on the eligible list.
General Qualifications: Applicants must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgement, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and a state of health consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. A medical examination may be required. As part of the hiring process, a background investigation may be required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Merit System Services program is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

ABOUT MONTEREY COUNTY
Located on California's picturesque Pacific Coast, the County of Monterey is blessed with mild weather year-round and is home to miles of beautiful beaches, spectacular mountain ranges, groves of redwoods, low-rolling foothills, and a bountiful valley. With a population exceeding 400,000, the County is proud of its vibrant citizenry, great traditions, educational opportunities, and multicultural lifestyles. Boasting such world-renowned attractions as the spectacular Big Sur coast, 17-Mile Drive, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, the Steinbeck Center, the Monterey Jazz and Blues Festivals, and Pebble Beach - possibly the world's most famous golf course, it's easy to see why an estimated 4.3 million visitors a year make Monterey County their destination of choice.

In addition to a thriving tourist trade, Monterey County's economy is largely based on a vigorous agricultural industry. Known as the 'salad bowl of the nation' the Salinas Valley provides fresh vegetables and salad greens to the entire country. California's 16th largest county also provides many educational opportunities for its residents including California State University at Monterey Bay, the Middlebury Institute of International Studies, the Defense Language Institute (DLI), Presidio of Monterey, and the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS). All these factors combine to make Monterey County a healthy, economically diverse region eager to foster and sustain an enriching lifestyle for its residents.

ABOUT MONTEREY COUNTY SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Monterey County Department of Social Services is seeking enthusiastic applicants, who genuinely care about the community and its members, to join its team. Monterey County Department of Social Services administers over seventy programs that daily serve an estimated 200,000 residents of Monterey County. Department programs include Community Benefits (Public Assistance Eligibility), Family and Children’s Services (Child Welfare Services), Aging and Adult Services (Adult Protective Services, IHSS, and Area Agency on Aging), CalWORKs Employment Services, Military and Veterans Affairs and Community Action Partnership. Careers with the Department of Social Services offer the opportunity to promote the social and economic self-reliance of individuals and families served by providing essential resources and services to low-income families, veterans, vulnerable children and adults, and disabled individuals. Monterey County Department of Social Services welcomes, values, and encourages diverse voices, opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds to foster an environment where all viewpoints are appreciated. The Department currently has a team of approximately 874 dedicated members serving Monterey County residents.

Monterey County is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Sacramento, California, 95811

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