Duplin County NC

Health

DEPARTMENT: Health

SALARY: Grade 62                                                        $20.3761 Hourly /$42,382.34 Annually      

OPENING DATE: April 30, 2024                                CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED     



GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The primary purpose of this position is to manage the health education and promotion of the Employee Wellness program as well as provide employee wellness coaching and to perform the duties of the Healthy Communities Coordinator for Agreement Addendum 886.  This employee must stay current and have a working knowledge of health promotion and health education. This position requires an advanced, professional level of public health education with the primary responsibility of planning and implementation of quality, comprehensive health education programs including the proper selection and use of educational methods and materials. Work involves planning and conducting workshops, conferences, and patient educational sessions designed to define and promote patient and community health.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Health Educator III under the Public Health III-QNS and Accreditation Program Manager.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

50%       Employee Wellness

  • Coordinates employee participation in the Employee Wellness Programs through health coaching, establishing and documenting long and short-term goals, monitoring goals, and providing feedback on goal completion to the employee.
  • Reviews lab work and biometrics with county employees for Health Risk Assessment.
  • Refers clients to FNP, MD, or other Health Department services as indicated.
  • Identifies attitudes, knowledge, and behaviors of individuals to develop adequate health education programs for the county employees and dependents.
  • Coordinates employee assessments and educational sessions with departments and providers.
  • Completes statistical information based on employee assessments.
  • Designs, promotes and executes wellness program activities including Health Risk Assessment programs, health fairs, and health educational material support.
  • Supports data collection and reporting of wellness program metrics.
  • Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation recording complete, concise, and meaningful information as a means of keeping other health team professionals informed of progress, goal completion, expected outcomes, current status, and all other communications.
  • Develops, plans, organizes, coordinates, promotes, implements, evaluates, and revises employee health and wellness programs.

45%       Health Education / Promotion

  • Select priorities for the annual Healthy Communities Agreement Addendum.
  • Participate in budget planning for the Health Communities Agreement Addendum.
  • Completes Health Communities projects within program deadlines.
  • Completes Health Communities reports and submits within program guidelines.
  • Assists other public health personnel in planning and carrying out the educational components of agency programs.
  • Develop and implement appropriate classes, handouts, surveys, evaluations, newsletters, and bulletin boards as needed to address community health priorities.
  • Researches, drafts, implements, and evaluates health standards and protocols.
  • Communicates effectively both orally and written.
  • Prepares, selects, assembles, and distributes health educational and informational material to local agencies, organizations, and other individuals/groups as requested.
  • Provides advice and direction, upon request, to organizations interested in promoting individual and/or community health.
  • Participate in the Community Health Assessment. Serves on Committees as requested.
  • Stays informed of current trends in public health and employee wellness by attending continuous education opportunities that promote professional and personal growth.
  • Promotes tobacco cessation education and programs to worksites, schools, faith communities, the health care industry, and the community.
  • Advises and assists other public health personnel in planning and carrying out the educational components of agency programs.
  • Establishes and maintains confidential records according to agency policy and HIPAA.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.

5%

  • Participates in mandated staff meetings.
  • Attends workshops deemed appropriate by supervisor.
  • Performs related work as required.
  • Participates in shelter duty and other activities relating to the Agency’s emergency response and disaster relief efforts.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

  • Master’s Degree in Health Education or in Public Health Education; or
  • Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in health education and two years of experience in public health; or
  • Graduation from a four-year college or university and three years of experience in public health education; or
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have valid NC driver’s license.  Must have access to use of a motor vehicle for travel to assignments and various destinations throughout the county and state. Must cooperate in obtaining transcript or other proof of graduation from four-year college or university. Must have or be willing to acquire personal training and group fitness exercise training certification within one of year of hire date. Specific trainings and CEU’s are required to maintain this certification.

DEPARTMENT: Health

SALARY: Grade 58                                                       $16.7634 hourly / $34,867.82

OPENING DATE: April 30, 2024                                “OPEN UNTIL FILLED”



GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The primary purpose of this position is to perform administrative work in coordinating and directing health education and promotion duties for the Health Department.  This position requires independent judgment and a professional level of public health education with the primary responsibility of planning and implementation of quality, comprehensive health education programs including the proper selection and use of educational methods and materials. Work involves planning and conducting health fairs, conferences, presentations, surveys, and patient education sessions designed to define and promote patient and community health.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Health Educator III

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

95%       Health Education / Promotion

  • Ensures program deliverables are met for all agreement addenda coordinated or contributed to within areas of responsibility including 514-Public Health Preparedness and Response; 452-Breast and Cervical Cancer Program; and 465-CVD WISEWOMAN.
  • Completes Agreement Addendum reports and submits within program guidelines.
  • Assists with the aspects of the department’s State of the County’s Health (SOTCH) annually between years of the Community Health Assessment (CHA) to include updating action plans and community partnerships.
  • Distributes surveys and organizes/facilitates focus groups for the Community Health Assessment.
  • Assists with the Local Health Department Accreditation activities including maintaining current knowledge on changes and additions to the process via trainings and webinars.
  • Assists with planning and managing health education outreach programs such as annual health fairs, presentations, and resource events.
  • Serves as a Community Health Educator and presenter at various meetings, events, and conferences.
  • Assists other public health personnel in planning and carrying out the educational components of agency programs.
  • Develops and implements appropriate classes, handouts, surveys, evaluations, newsletters, and bulletin boards as needed to address community health priorities.
  • Researches, drafts, implements, and evaluates health standards and protocols.
  • Communicates effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Prepares, selects, assembles, and distributes health educational and informational material to local agencies, organizations, and other individuals/groups as requested.
  • Provides advice and direction, upon request, to organizations interested in promoting individual and/or community health.
  • Stays informed of current trends in public health and employee wellness by attending continuous education opportunities that promote professional and personal growth.
  • Advises and assists other public health personnel in planning and carrying out the educational components of agency programs.
  • Assists the Public Health Education program with mentoring student interns assigned to the agency.
  • Establishes and maintains confidential records according to agency policy and HIPAA.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.

5%

  • Participates in mandated staff meetings.
  • Attends workshops deemed appropriate by supervisor.
  • Performs other related work as required.
  • Participates in shelter duty and other activities relating to the Agency’s emergency response and disaster relief efforts.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree with a major in public health education and 1-2 years of experience in public health; or
  • Any Equivalent combination of education and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
  • Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
  • Fluent in both English and Spanish.
  • Must have a valid NC driver’s license.
  • Must have access to the use of a motor vehicle for travel to assignments and various destinations throughout the county and state.

(State Funded through May 2027)   

DEPARTMENT: Health

SALARY: Grade 66                            Starting Salary:  $24.7672 Hourly/ $51,515.88 Annually

OPENING DATE:  April 29, 2024                       Closing Date:   OPEN UNTIL FILLED



GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The primary purpose of this position is the responsibility for administering and managing the Centering Pregnancy Group Care Program. This includes planning and organizing the group sessions, participating in community outreach events, and helping to recruit participants into the program through direct interactions, social media, and other forms of outreach. A high level of nursing skill is required to complete histories and exams, review lab work, and determine appropriate action. This employee must stay current and have a working knowledge of public health, maternal health, family planning, STI/HIV, TB, immunizations, standing orders, and case management services.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

88%        Centering Pregnancy Program Manager

  • Monitors health care plan and follow-up for all participants in group care.
  • Coordinates with Maternal Health Coordinator and reviews and records all lab results and follow-up as needed for Centering Prenatal participants.
  • Coordinates with the Maternal Health Coordinator and schedules referrals of pregnant women.
  • Maintains all Centering group records in the electronic system and any paper documents as indicated.
  • Monitors budget and supply needs for the Centering program, and coordinates ordering of approved supplies.
  • Supervises Centering group scheduling and follow-up on missed appointments.
  • Collaborates with Maternal Health Coordinator or OB/GYN when scheduling maternal clients for ultrasound.
  • Promotes linkages with other needed health and human services on behalf of the client.
  • Provide breastfeeding support and education.
  • Collaborates with the Maternal Health Coordinator to arrange for administration of non-stress tests as indicated. Remains current in understanding non-stress test results.
  • Refers high-risk pregnant women to Care Management for High-Risk Pregnancy (CMHRP).
  • Provide input into physician orientation with the Centering group model.
  • Coordinates health education materials for the Centering group program.
  • Responsible for the performance measures and reporting requirements for AA 175 Supporting Women’s Health Services including; conducting group prenatal care annual program reports, monthly itemization reports, participant satisfaction surveys, appropriate budget utilization, program goals, objectives, and outcomes. 
  • Conducts at least one group serving pregnant individuals meeting for 10 sessions, which follows the recommended schedule of prenatal care visits.
  • Collects data on program participants and reports on an annual basis. This includes demographic information, prenatal care visits, breastfeeding initiation and duration, delivery outcomes, and birth outcomes.
  • Distribute patient experience surveys to participants to assess the group prenatal care model.
  • Assures reporting of required data to Women, Infant and Community Wellness Section consultant (WICWS) annually. 
  • Collaborates with other agencies in the community regarding issues related to maternal health care.
  • Stays current on available county and out-of-county resources.
  • Represents DCHD on community boards and/or committees and promotes available services.   
  • Stays informed of current trends in public health, STI/HIV, TB, immunizations, family planning, and maternal health by attending relevant meetings and trainings as well as reading relevant professional literature and guidelines.
  • Assists with interviewing and provides input in recommendations of new staff.
  • Provides direct supervision including probationary and yearly evaluations of CHW in the Centering Prenatal program
  • Reviews and signs time sheets, travel requests, and travel logs for employees supervised by this position for accuracy.
  • Counsels employees to resolve minor discipline and other problems. Refers to the Nursing Supervisor and Health Director for serious problems.
  • Coordinates and implements training and orientation of new employees under this position’s supervision.
  • Promotes quality care, use of motivational interviewing, accurate, concise, and complete documentation of services rendered.
  • Evaluate program success on an ongoing basis and implement quality improvement initiatives to improve performance.

10%        General Health Department Nursing Duties

  • Provides counseling and referral as a trained adoption specialist.
  • Participates in direct patient care of clients receiving services in the Health Department clinic including adult health services, child health services, STD services, immunizations, communicable diseases, and tuberculosis control.
  • Obtains history and work-up of Maternal Health and Family Planning patients.
  • Assesses client’s needs in the General Clinic.
  • Maintains knowledge of immunizations, physical assessment, TB skin testing and treatment, STD treatments, communicable disease, and HIV control measures to prevent the spread of HIV within the community.
  • Provides and documents appropriate family planning limited history and dispensing of birth control methods.
  • Provides pregnancy test counseling and documentation.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.

2%          Other Duties

  • Staff clinics as needed
  • Participates in shelter duty and other activities relating to the Department’s emergency response and other disaster relief efforts.
  • Serves as a team member during outreach projects such as flu vaccine season and disease outbreaks.
  • Performs any other duties and responsibilities as directed.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum Education and Experience – Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience.  Necessary Special Qualifications – A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina by the N. C. Board of Nursing.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Completion of NC Credentialed Public Health Nurse (CPHN) course– within one year of hire if did not graduate with BSN with Public Health rotation.
  • Completion of Centering Healthcare Institute (CHI) Centering Pregnancy model training within 3 months of hire
  • Certified in basic CPR life support or become certified
  • At least one year’s experience working with pregnant women and their families.
  • Valid and current NC driver’s license.
  • Reliable means of transportation for work assignments.
  • Current and active NC Nursing License.

DEPARTMENT: Health Department

SALARY: Grade 57                        $15.9652 hourly / $33,207.72 annually

OPENING DATE: March 15, 2024               “OPEN UNTIL FILLED” 



GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES 

This position provides is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of A/R system of patient accounts. The employee is also responsible for managing all aspects of the EMR financials, which includes the following: Billing, Coding, Superbills, and management of the denials and rejections associated with EMR billing. This position must operate at a high level of accuracy as it involves obtaining patient information for data entry, billing activities and fee collection.  

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

This list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. 

95% 

  • Creates superbills for services that are rendered daily.  
  • Works closely with providers to ensure services are coded accurately and at the highest reimbursement level, that all notes are signed and superbills are created and submitted timely and appropriately.  
  • Works closely with DON and providers to research and recommend appropriate CPT Codes. 
  • Processes Commercial Insurance, Medicaid and Medicare claims for Medical services for Duplin County Health Department. This includes billing, posting payments and following up on denials and rejections electronically through the EMR System.  
  • Assesses patient pay status and determines whether changes need to be made in patient’s account.  
  • Applies established bookkeeping procedures and methods in verifying entries and transactions and in making adjusting entries.  
  • Posts patient payments to appropriate charge.  
  • Balances petty cash against daily receipts at the end of the day. 
  • Compiles daily reports and submits to appropriate person.  
  • Works closely with patient to schedule payment arrangements.  
  • Prints and distributes daily and monthly reports.  
  • Prints and prepares quarterly statements.  
  • Processes payment vouchers for services assigned.  
  • Responsible for debt set off billing and payments.  
  • Documents information in the EMR as needed.  
  • Runs monthly A/R reports from EMR 
  • Balances monthly A/R to General Ledger. 
  • Provides training and works closely with A/R clerk to ensure accounts are properly posted and deposits accurately made. Assists with any balancing issues.  
  • Balances Medicaid payment when out of balance. 
  • Verifies monthly cash count for the County Finance Office at the beginning of each month.   

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS 

While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.  

5% 

  • Provides eligibility training to new employees, serves as a resource for existing staff and backup eligibility when needed.  
  • Staffs shelters during a disaster as assigned. 
  • Performs other related tasks as deemed appropriate by supervisor.  

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE 

Graduation from a high school including or supplemented by basic courses in bookkeeping or accounting and three years’ experience in bookkeeping or accounting clerical work in an accounting office; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with data entry of clinical services, processing of insurance claims and specific knowledge of electronic medical records systems is preferred.    

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Valid NC Driver’s License 
  • Reliable means of transportation for work assignments 

DEPARTMENT: Health

SALARY: Grade 66                                           Starting Salary:  $24.7672 Hourly/ $51,515.88 Annually

OPENING DATE:  November 6, 2023                                Closing Date:   OPEN UNTIL FILLED



GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Care Management for At-Risk Children (CMARC) and Care Management for High-Risk Pregnancy (CMHRP) case manager. This position provides individual and family needs assessments, case management, educational and counseling intervention and community referrals for high-risk children and families. This work includes families with complex economic, social and medical issues such as child abuse and neglect, parental mental illness, parental substance abuse, HIV infection and homelessness. This employee serves as a resource and liaison to other medical providers and agencies. In addition, this position will provide and ensure coordination of services between Department of Public Health Child Youth and Women’s Health (DPH) and Care Management programs through the Health Department. A high level of skill is required to provide case management and determine the appropriate interventions. This employee must stay current on case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy and treatment planning.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

45%        Care Management for High-Risk Pregnancy (CMHRP)

  • Refer potentially Medicaid-eligible pregnant women to prenatal care and Medicaid eligibility determination.
  • Make timely attempts, following standards outlined in the CMHRP Standardized Plan to contact patient to engage the patient in care management services.
  • Develop and utilize motivational interviewing techniques when attempting to engage patient and on an ongoing basis.
  • Contact patients identified as having a priority risk factor through claims data (Emergency Department utilization, ante partum hospitalization, utilization of Labor & Delivery triage unit) for referral to prenatal care and assess for care management need.
  • Review and enter into Virtual Health, Pregnancy Risk Screening Forms received from Pregnancy Medical Homes (PMH) for women eligible for Medicaid within seven calendar days of receipt of risk screening forms.
  • Utilize risk screening data and provider referrals to develop strategies to meet the needs of those patients at highest risk for poor pregnancy outcome.
  • Accept pregnancy care management referrals from non-PMH prenatal care providers, community referral sources, (such as WIC and DSS), and patient self-referral, and provide appropriate assessment and follow up to those patients based on the level of need.
  • Conduct a prompt and thorough assessment by review of claims history and medical record, patient interview, case review with prenatal care provider and other methods, on all patients who have a Maternal Infant Impact Score (MIIS) over 200 and all patients directly referred for care management to determine level of care management support needs.
  • Utilize assessment findings to determine level of need for care management support. Document assessment findings in Virtual Health.
  • Assessment documentation must be current throughout the period of time the care manager is working with patient and should be continually updated as new information is obtained.
  • Assign case statues as outlined according to program guidelines, based on level of patient need.  
  • Provide care management services in accordance with program guidelines, including condition-specific pathways, utilizing those interventions that are most effective in engaging patients and meeting their needs, including telephone outreach, practice encounters, home visits, and interventions needed to achieve care plan goals.
  • Collaborate with out of county PMHs and CMHRP teams to facilitate cross county partnerships to ensure coordination of care and appropriate Pregnancy Care Management assessment and services for all patients in the priority population.
  • Provide care management services based upon level of need as determined through ongoing assessment of the patient.
  • Develop patient-centered care plans including appropriate goals, interventions and tasks based on CMHRP guidance, CMHRP standardized plan, CMHRP Pathways, Virtual Health Step-by-Step Documentation Guide for CMHRP.
  • Maintain regular collaboration and communication with the prenatal care provider and other clinical providers. Document interactions with all care providers in Virtual Health.
  • Identify community resources available to meet the specific needs of the population.
  • Refer identified population to childbirth education, WIC, oral health, behavioral health or other needed services reimbursed by Medicaid.
  • Refer identified population to community resources including: lactation, parenting, and other supportive services and classes as available in the community.
  • Establish a cooperative working relationship and mutually-agreeable methods of patient-specific and other ongoing communication with each PMH.
  • Establish effective communication strategies with PMH providers and other key contacts within the practice for each PMH within the county or serving residents of the county.
  • Assigned care manager participants in relevant PMH meetings addressing care of patients in the target population.  
  • Assess and follow-up on compliance with prenatal care plan and other needed clinical services.
  • Ensure changes in status and compliance with care are communicated to the PMH and other appropriate providers.
  • Provide education about the importance a postpartum visit. Assist with the scheduling of postpartum visits. Document completed postpartum visits in Virtual Health.
  • Support 17P treatment through regular outreach and education to patients on 17P treatment and assist patients in arranging to receive 17P injections in accordance with best practices. Complete the 17P assessment in Virtual Health on a weekly basis.
  • Arrange transition from the PMH to a primary care medical home for patients who continue to remain and/or become eligible for Medicaid beyond the postpartum period.
  • Maintain regular collaboration and communication with the prenatal care provider and other clinical providers. Document interaction with all care providers in Virtual Health.
  • Communicate with Supervisor regarding challenges in collaboration with PMH and non-PMH prenatal care providers.
  • Pregnancy care managers shall attend pregnancy care management training offered by the Division of Public Health and /or appropriate entities including webinars and new hire orientation. 
  • Pregnancy care managers will attend continuing education sessions coordinated by the Division of Public Health and/or other appropriate entities including program meetings, regional trainings and state wide conferences.
  • Pregnancy care managers shall pursue ongoing continuing education opportunities to stay current in evidence–based care management of pregnant and postpartum women at risk for poor birth outcomes. 

45%        Care Management for At-Risk Children (CMARC)

  • Responsible to educate patients, medical homes and community organizations on the benefits of the program.
  • Contact patients identified as having a priority risk factor through claims data analysis or through the CMARC Referral Form.
  • Identify community resources available to meet the specific needs of the population (resource manual).
  • Uses data summaries and reports created by NCCCN, Inc. to identify those individuals at greatest risk.
  • Utilize the CMARC Referral Form, provider referrals, and children identified through claims data analysis as high cost/high users of services to develop strategies to meet the needs of those children at highest risk for poor outcomes.
  • Utilize information entered into Virtual Health, Case Management Information System, such as care plans and assessments and to identify children needing additional interventions.
  • Complete and enter into Virtual Health assessments and care plans on all children receiving care coordination.
  • Includes the following elements in the assessment:  family status and home environment; medical/behavioral/dental health status; social supports; financial needs; family demands, relationships, and functioning (Life Skills Progression); cultural beliefs and values; strengths/assets of child, family caregivers; and current goals for the child and family.
  • Care plans will include goals and expected outcomes.
  • Uses risk stratification to determine the services needed.
  • Document family progress using the Life Skills Progression instrument.
  • Establish processes to support the case coordination of those in the identified population, based upon risk stratification guidelines.
  • Provide care coordination services in accordance with the care plan and service pathways utilizing those interventions that are most effective in engaging patients and meeting their needs, including telephone outreach, practice encounters, home visits, and/or other interventions needed to achieve care plan goals.
  • Provide care coordination services based upon level of need as determined through the assessment and care planning process.
  • Develop patient-centered care plans and document all activities within Virtual Health.
  • Identify local community resources available to meet the specific needs of the population.
  • Refer identified population to relevant education, oral health, behavioral health or other needed services reimbursed by Medicaid.
  • Refer target high risk population to relevant community resources.
  • Refer clients to evidence-based parenting programs and other services as appropriate.
  • Work with medical homes to assure smooth transitions among and across care settings as needed (e.g. hospital to community) and to develop action oriented care plans as appropriate (including self-management skill building).
  • Assess and follow-up on compliance with needed clinical services and developmental screenings.
  • Ensure changes in status and compliance with care are communicated to the medical home/PCP and other appropriate providers.
  • Provide education about the importance of and assistance with the scheduling of PCP visits and having a medical home.
  • Review and monitor reports created for the CMARC program to determine individuals at greatest risk and opportunities for quality improvement.
  • Communicate with local network regarding challenges with cooperation and collaboration with PCP and non-PCP related services.
  • Attend CMARC and Virtual Health trainings offered by the Division of Public Health and NCCCN, Inc.

5%          Clinic

  • Participates in direct patient care of clients receiving services in the Health Department clinic including adult health services, child health services, STD services, immunizations, communicable diseases and tuberculosis control.
  • Assesses client’s needs in General Clinic.
  • Maintains knowledge of immunizations, physical assessment, TB skin testing and treatment, STD treatments and communicable disease.
  • Provides and documents appropriately child health limited history.
  • Obtains patient history and work-up of Child Health patient for FNP/MD.
  • Maintains knowledge of HIV control measures to prevent spread of HIV within the community.
  • Documents in EMR system.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this

position and may also be performed by other unit members.

5%          Other duties

  • Serves as a team member during outreach projects such as flu vaccine season, health fairs, etc.
  • Serves as team member during disease outbreaks.
  • Serves as team member during disasters for staffing of emergency shelters.
  • Other duties as directed by supervisor

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

  • Graduation form a four year-college or university with BS Degree in Nursing which includes a Public Health Nursing rotation; or
  • Graduation from an accredited school of processional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience; or
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be or become certified in basic CPR life support
  • Valid, current NC driver’s license
  • Reliable means of transportation
  • Introductions to Principles and Practices of Public Health Nursing