EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
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Bachelor’s Nurse, Public Health Nurse (PT) – The Township of West Caldwell is seeking part-time Bachelor’s Nurse to perform public health nursing duties, approx. 16- 22 hours per week. The applicant must hold a valid NJ Registered Nurse license. A minimum of one (1) year nursing experience in a public health field or working under the close supervision of a licensed Public Health Nurse is required. A Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing is preferred. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume via mail, fax, or email to: William Wallace, Health Officer, Township of West Caldwell, 30 Clinton Rd., West Caldwell, NJ 07006 Fax: (973) 226-2396; Email: bwallace@westcaldwell.com Please no telephone inquiries.
(posted 111224)
(posted 111224)
Advanced Practice Nurse (Full Time) - Atlantic County Government, Salary/Pay Rate: $104,000/year, 40hrs/wk., DEFINITION: Under direction, provides primary health care to patients by assessing their physical, developmental, and psycho-social status by means of obtaining their health history and conducting physical examinations and diagnostic tests; interprets test results data, develops and implements plans of health care management and follow through on the continuum of care of patients; implements health care plans through independent action, appropriate referrals, health counseling, guidance, and instruction of patients and collaboration with a physician and other members of the health care team; does related work as required. NOTE: The definition and examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. REQUIREMENTS: LICENSE: Current and valid certification as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, issued by the New Jersey Board of Nursing, in that category of advanced practice which is appropriate to the position, as determined by the appointing authority. (Some of these categories are: adult health, community health, family health, gerontology, obstetrics/gynecology, pediatrics, or psychiatric/mental health.) Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Graduate Nurse, Public Health (Full Time) - Atlantic County Government, Salary/Pay Rate: $32-36/hour, 35hrs/wk. DEFINITION: Under close supervision, provides professional nursing services for a public health agency in the home, school, clinic, or health center; does other related duties. NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree in Nursing. EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of nursing experience in a public health field or, nursing experience gained while working under the close supervision of a licensed Public Health Nurse. NOTE: Nursing experience gained in a public health field may include experience with an internship, volunteer work, community service, Visiting Nurse Association, hospital or other community-based public health partner agency or organization that provides direct services to the population or, that contracts such services to local health departments. NOTE: Appointees are required to complete a course in population-based public health nursing within one (1) year of appointment. LICENSE: Appointees must possess a valid registration as a professional nurse in the state of New Jersey. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Interested, qualified applicants should apply online at https://www.atlanticcountynj.gov Alternatively, applications may be mailed to the Atlantic County Division of Human Resources 1333 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 - We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
(posted 102424)
Graduate Nurse, Public Health (Full Time) - Atlantic County Government, Salary/Pay Rate: $32-36/hour, 35hrs/wk. DEFINITION: Under close supervision, provides professional nursing services for a public health agency in the home, school, clinic, or health center; does other related duties. NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree in Nursing. EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of nursing experience in a public health field or, nursing experience gained while working under the close supervision of a licensed Public Health Nurse. NOTE: Nursing experience gained in a public health field may include experience with an internship, volunteer work, community service, Visiting Nurse Association, hospital or other community-based public health partner agency or organization that provides direct services to the population or, that contracts such services to local health departments. NOTE: Appointees are required to complete a course in population-based public health nursing within one (1) year of appointment. LICENSE: Appointees must possess a valid registration as a professional nurse in the state of New Jersey. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Interested, qualified applicants should apply online at https://www.atlanticcountynj.gov Alternatively, applications may be mailed to the Atlantic County Division of Human Resources 1333 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 - We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
(posted 102424)
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE (Full Time) - Somerset County Health Department, Salary/Pay Rate: $62,000-72,000/year, Grant-Funded. The public health nurse is responsible for managing the daily public health nursing activities for the performance of core public health functions and the delivery of the “10 essential public health services” at N.J.A.C. 8:52-3.2(a) 1 through 10, and shall ensure the coordination of public health nursing services which are delivered by all agencies in Somerset County as described in its Community Health Improvement Plan so as to identify gaps, provide continuity of services, and reduce duplication. This position works with other LINCS team members and public health partners, to ensure that all parties thoroughly understand the reportable communicable disease regulations, cases/incidents, and the notification and response protocols.
The Major Responsibilities fall into one of the following general functional areas: Community Public Health Provide community public health nursing services consistent with NJAC 8:52 (Public Health Practice Standards) Provide clinical services for adults, children, and babies with regard to wellness and immunizations Provide other services as directed related to the Best Practice Guidelines NJAC 8:52 Appendix A Disease Investigation and Reporting Disease investigation and reporting consistent with NJAC 8:57 including: Routine and outbreak disease investigation for municipalities served Work with community partners on issues directly related to communicable or infectious diseases during the preparation, response, and recovery phases Infectious Disease Response (i.e. COVID-19, Monkeypox, Polio or other infectious disease) Assist other Health Department staff with an infectious disease response activities as necessary Perform clinical functions or any other necessary task at a COVID 19 immunization clinic as directed.
Qualification: Two (2) years of experience in nursing. Public health nursing preferred. Applicants must possess a current, valid registration as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. In depth knowledge of public health regulations, procedures, and responsibilities of specific public health concerns, basic knowledge of theories, methods and practices, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Federal, State and Local Officials, County Department Heads, employees, public health professionals, media personnel, and the general public. Ability to read, write, and speaks English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position. Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet and data base computer applications, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. Must possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey. A thorough knowledge of County policy and procedures.
(posted on 100124)
The Major Responsibilities fall into one of the following general functional areas: Community Public Health Provide community public health nursing services consistent with NJAC 8:52 (Public Health Practice Standards) Provide clinical services for adults, children, and babies with regard to wellness and immunizations Provide other services as directed related to the Best Practice Guidelines NJAC 8:52 Appendix A Disease Investigation and Reporting Disease investigation and reporting consistent with NJAC 8:57 including: Routine and outbreak disease investigation for municipalities served Work with community partners on issues directly related to communicable or infectious diseases during the preparation, response, and recovery phases Infectious Disease Response (i.e. COVID-19, Monkeypox, Polio or other infectious disease) Assist other Health Department staff with an infectious disease response activities as necessary Perform clinical functions or any other necessary task at a COVID 19 immunization clinic as directed.
Qualification: Two (2) years of experience in nursing. Public health nursing preferred. Applicants must possess a current, valid registration as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. In depth knowledge of public health regulations, procedures, and responsibilities of specific public health concerns, basic knowledge of theories, methods and practices, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Federal, State and Local Officials, County Department Heads, employees, public health professionals, media personnel, and the general public. Ability to read, write, and speaks English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position. Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet and data base computer applications, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. Must possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey. A thorough knowledge of County policy and procedures.
(posted on 100124)
PART-TIME PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE – TOWN OF MORRISTOWN. The Town of Morristown seeks an experienced individual for the part-time position of Public Health Nurse, who will be responsible for conducting communicable disease investigations, immunization audits for schools/daycares, home visits (nursing home, welfare check, etc.), and blood pressure checks for seniors. Candidate will also administer vaccines and will be required to maintain medical records and files and must have knowledge of CDRSS and NJIIS. Candidate must possess strong interpersonal and customer service skills; computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Outlook. At least one (1) year of experience in a public health field or, nursing experience gained while working under the close supervision of a licensed public health nurse. Note: nursing experience in a public health field may include experience with volunteer work, community service, or employment with a Visiting Nurse Association, hospital or other community-based public health partner agency, organization or health department that provides direct public health services to the population or, that contracts such services to local health departments. A bachelor’s degree in nursing or public health nursing science, a NJ State Board of Nursing License, and a valid NJ driver’s license is required and will be required to complete a course in population-based public health nursing within (1) year of appointment.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus. 20-25 Hours /per week (9am-2pm, M-F)$40-$60/hour. EOE. Send cover letter and resume to Jillian Barrick, Business Administrator at mtemployment@townofmorristown.org
(posted 092524)
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus. 20-25 Hours /per week (9am-2pm, M-F)$40-$60/hour. EOE. Send cover letter and resume to Jillian Barrick, Business Administrator at mtemployment@townofmorristown.org
(posted 092524)
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE - Part time (25 hours a week) -MONTVILLE TOWNSHIP HEALTH DEPARTMENT,
POSITION OVERVIEW: Conducts communicable disease investigations, and provides public health nursing services in homes, clinics, and schools to individuals and families in the community. Promotes and protects the health of populations through the performance of core public health functions and the delivery of the “10 essential public health services,” as set forth at N.J.A.C. 8:52-3.2(a) 1 through 10. Performs related work as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Conducts communicable disease and lead investigations using the Communicable Disease Surveillance System (CDRSS). • Measures patients’ blood pressure and interviews patients to conduct a general health assessment at blood pressure clinics held at the Health Department offices and at the Montville Senior House. • Assists at monthly Child Health Conferences. • Conducts school immunization audits. • Administers immunizations at vaccination clinics. • Visit homes of individuals and/or families in the community to evaluate health needs, environmental hazards in the home and to conduct childhood lead poisoning assessments. • Assists full-time nurse in composing monthly nurse’s report for the Health Officer • Participates in emergency preparedness and response activities. • Assists with Montville’s Stigma Free initiative. • Assists with grant deliverables for the New Jersey Association of County and City Health Officials (NJACCHO) Sustaining Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant. Grant period ends March 31, 2026.
SALARY: $ DOQ
EDUCATION • Bachelor of Science, Nursing
EXPERIENCE • One year of experience in the public health field or nursing experience gained while working under the close supervision of a licensed public health nurse.
LICENSE • Applicants must possess a current and valid registration as a Professional Nurse in the State of New Jersey. • Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey
OTHER SKILLS • Maintain BLS certification. • Ability to use Microsoft Word, CDRSS and Excel. • Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, i.e., lift light equipment approximately weighing 10 pounds.
Applicants must submit their resume by September 30, 2024, to the Health Officer, Ms. Vanessa Freire, vfreire@montvillenj.org . Resumes will be reviewed upon receipt and the Township may decide prior to September 30, 2024. Montville Township is a Civil Service community and an Equal Opportunity Employer
(posted 081624)
POSITION OVERVIEW: Conducts communicable disease investigations, and provides public health nursing services in homes, clinics, and schools to individuals and families in the community. Promotes and protects the health of populations through the performance of core public health functions and the delivery of the “10 essential public health services,” as set forth at N.J.A.C. 8:52-3.2(a) 1 through 10. Performs related work as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Conducts communicable disease and lead investigations using the Communicable Disease Surveillance System (CDRSS). • Measures patients’ blood pressure and interviews patients to conduct a general health assessment at blood pressure clinics held at the Health Department offices and at the Montville Senior House. • Assists at monthly Child Health Conferences. • Conducts school immunization audits. • Administers immunizations at vaccination clinics. • Visit homes of individuals and/or families in the community to evaluate health needs, environmental hazards in the home and to conduct childhood lead poisoning assessments. • Assists full-time nurse in composing monthly nurse’s report for the Health Officer • Participates in emergency preparedness and response activities. • Assists with Montville’s Stigma Free initiative. • Assists with grant deliverables for the New Jersey Association of County and City Health Officials (NJACCHO) Sustaining Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant. Grant period ends March 31, 2026.
SALARY: $ DOQ
EDUCATION • Bachelor of Science, Nursing
EXPERIENCE • One year of experience in the public health field or nursing experience gained while working under the close supervision of a licensed public health nurse.
LICENSE • Applicants must possess a current and valid registration as a Professional Nurse in the State of New Jersey. • Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey
OTHER SKILLS • Maintain BLS certification. • Ability to use Microsoft Word, CDRSS and Excel. • Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, i.e., lift light equipment approximately weighing 10 pounds.
Applicants must submit their resume by September 30, 2024, to the Health Officer, Ms. Vanessa Freire, vfreire@montvillenj.org . Resumes will be reviewed upon receipt and the Township may decide prior to September 30, 2024. Montville Township is a Civil Service community and an Equal Opportunity Employer
(posted 081624)
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE - Temporary-Part time (16-24 hours a week/ flexible) -TOWNSHIP OF BERNARDS, HEALTH DEPARTMENT,
Immediately available, Salary: $40/hour
PRINCIPLE DUTIES: Promotes and protects the health of populations through the performance of core public health functions and the delivery of essential public health services. Responsibilities include communicable disease and outbreak investigation and reporting, immunization audits, administration of vaccines or medications with standing orders, elevated blood lead investigation, limited child health services, adult health screening programs, public health emergency preparedness and response, educational programs and related work in collaboration with the Health Officer and staff as required.
REQUIREMENTS: Candidate must have the following: ▪ Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health nursing and health counseling methods. ▪ Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, side effects and possible complications of use. ▪ Excellent working knowledge of CDRSS. Monitor for incoming lab reports and conduct patient interviews to compile information on symptoms, potential sources of disease, and environmental factors. Implement actions to curtail the spread of communicable diseases by instructing high-risk individuals or groups in the proper control measures. ▪ Ability to respond to health questions by individuals and/or families in clinics or schools or while giving health demonstrations and lectures to community groups to educate the public on preventive health measures. ▪ Ability to partner with community organizations to increase vaccination capacity for high-risk and underserved populations as well as conduct vaccine education programs to increase vaccine confidence in local communities. ▪ Ability to administer screening programs. Measure patient’s temperature, blood pressure, pulse, height and weight to record patient’s vital signs and growth progress. ▪ Partner with epidemiologists, public health nursing, and emergency preparedness professionals at various Local, County and State agencies to ensure a state-of-readiness for rapid response to emerging infectious disease threats. ▪ Ability to develop a community wide campaign to educate local physicians within the 6 Interlocal communities on the CDRSS system. ▪ Ability to develop health care plans for resolving complex and/or multi-faceted problems as part of a team of health care professionals. ▪ Ability to conduct investigations of suspected disease outbreaks; visit suspected areas and interview persons who have contracted the disease to compile information on symptoms and environmental factors.
EDUCATION, LICENSING & EXPERIENCE:
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in nursing or public health nursing. Licensing &/or Certifications: Applicants must possess a current and valid registration as a Professional Nurse in the State of New Jersey and a valid NJ driver’s license. Experience & Special Requirements: One (1) year of experience in a public health field or nursing experience gained while working under the close supervision of a licensed public health nurse. *NOTE: Nursing experience in a public health field may include experience with volunteer work, community service or employment with a Visiting Nurse Association, hospital or other community-based public health partner agency, organization or health department that provides direct public health services to the population or that contracts such services to local health departments.
CONTACT: Send resume and cover letter to employment@bernards.org. All resumes will be reviewed and only those applicants chosen to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.
BERNARDS TOWNSHIP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
(posted 8/16/24)
Immediately available, Salary: $40/hour
PRINCIPLE DUTIES: Promotes and protects the health of populations through the performance of core public health functions and the delivery of essential public health services. Responsibilities include communicable disease and outbreak investigation and reporting, immunization audits, administration of vaccines or medications with standing orders, elevated blood lead investigation, limited child health services, adult health screening programs, public health emergency preparedness and response, educational programs and related work in collaboration with the Health Officer and staff as required.
REQUIREMENTS: Candidate must have the following: ▪ Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health nursing and health counseling methods. ▪ Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, side effects and possible complications of use. ▪ Excellent working knowledge of CDRSS. Monitor for incoming lab reports and conduct patient interviews to compile information on symptoms, potential sources of disease, and environmental factors. Implement actions to curtail the spread of communicable diseases by instructing high-risk individuals or groups in the proper control measures. ▪ Ability to respond to health questions by individuals and/or families in clinics or schools or while giving health demonstrations and lectures to community groups to educate the public on preventive health measures. ▪ Ability to partner with community organizations to increase vaccination capacity for high-risk and underserved populations as well as conduct vaccine education programs to increase vaccine confidence in local communities. ▪ Ability to administer screening programs. Measure patient’s temperature, blood pressure, pulse, height and weight to record patient’s vital signs and growth progress. ▪ Partner with epidemiologists, public health nursing, and emergency preparedness professionals at various Local, County and State agencies to ensure a state-of-readiness for rapid response to emerging infectious disease threats. ▪ Ability to develop a community wide campaign to educate local physicians within the 6 Interlocal communities on the CDRSS system. ▪ Ability to develop health care plans for resolving complex and/or multi-faceted problems as part of a team of health care professionals. ▪ Ability to conduct investigations of suspected disease outbreaks; visit suspected areas and interview persons who have contracted the disease to compile information on symptoms and environmental factors.
EDUCATION, LICENSING & EXPERIENCE:
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in nursing or public health nursing. Licensing &/or Certifications: Applicants must possess a current and valid registration as a Professional Nurse in the State of New Jersey and a valid NJ driver’s license. Experience & Special Requirements: One (1) year of experience in a public health field or nursing experience gained while working under the close supervision of a licensed public health nurse. *NOTE: Nursing experience in a public health field may include experience with volunteer work, community service or employment with a Visiting Nurse Association, hospital or other community-based public health partner agency, organization or health department that provides direct public health services to the population or that contracts such services to local health departments.
CONTACT: Send resume and cover letter to employment@bernards.org. All resumes will be reviewed and only those applicants chosen to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.
BERNARDS TOWNSHIP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
(posted 8/16/24)
