Public Health Nurse (PHN) - Health Services Program
Southwestern Minnesota Opportunity Council, Inc.
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Southwestern Minnesota Opportunity Council, Inc. is hiring a Public Health Nurse (PHN) - Health Services Program. The Public Health Nurse (PHN) will join SMOC Health Services to support program expansion and advance community health and school-based health priorities. This role focuses on population-based care and health equity, delivering preventative and responsive care across clinics, community, and school settings. The PHN will function within the scopes and standards of nursing practice as outlined by Minnesota regulations and the American Nurses Association.
Key focus areas include Provide public health nursing services in community and school settings, Deliver preventative and responsive care according to Minnesota nursing standards, and Educate patients and promote health equity initiatives.
Successful candidates bring Valid RN License In Minnesota, Valid Minnesota Driver's License, and CPR/BLS Certification. Important skills include Electronic Health Record Systems, Communication, Patient Education, Work Independently, Collaboration, and Organizational Skills.
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Job Duties
The Southwestern Minnesota Opportunity Council, Inc. (SMOC) Health Services is looking to hire a Public Health Nurse (PHN) to meet the needs of our growth and program expansion to fully advance our Community Health and School-Based Health supported priorities of population-based care and health equity. This expansion reflects SMOC's commitment to whole-person care, improving access, and delivering preventative, responsive care across our clinics, community, and school-based settings.
The Public Health Nurse (PHN) functions within the scopes and standards of nursing practice as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act and Administrative Rules in the state of Minnesota, and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements as published by the American Nurses Association as the foundation of nursing care delivery and professional conduct and the Minnesota Public Health Nurse Practice Counsel Guidelines.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
-Valid unencumbered RN license in the state of Minnesota.
-Valid Minnesota Driver's License and willingness to travel between SMOC Health Services clinics and events.
-Maintain current CPR/BLS certification.
-Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
-Strong communication and patient education skills.
-Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
-Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
-Ability to lift 50 lbs. and withstand extended periods of standing and walking.
Minimum Education Required
Registered Nurse (RN); Bachelor (BSN) Degree in Nursing, and Public Health Nurse Certification in the State of Minnesota
Minimum Experience Required
Minimum of 2-4 years' experience in Public Health Nursing required.
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$32.87 - $35.21 / Hourly
Postal Code
56187
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
284
Job Benefits
Benefit package includes PTO, paid holidays, and available health, life, dental, and vision insurance. Simple IRA/Roth company match.
Application Instructions
Application forms are available at SMOC, 1106 3rd Avenue, Worthington, or our website at www.smoc.us, or by calling 507-376-4195. Applications are accepted via email to [email protected], fax (507) 376-3636, or can be dropped off at the SMOC Worthington office.
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