Regional Public Health Nurse

Salary: $82,134.00 - $96,642.00 Annually

Location : Needham, MA

Job Type: Full-Time

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Department: Health and Human Services

Division: Public Health Division

Opening Date: 04/22/2024

Description

Needham Public Health in coordination with the Charles River Public Health District seeks a highly qualified individual for the full-time, grant-funded position of Regional Public Health Nurse. The Charles River Public Health District is comprised of four towns Needham, Dover, Medfield, and Sherborn. The Regional Public Health Nurse will provide shared services as needed to these towns and will perform a variety of nursing, policy, and health education functions.

Position: Full-time (37.5 hours per week - term position through 6/30/2027, and possibly longer contingent upon funding)

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Shared Service Manager to provide needed services to all towns.
• Conduct communicable disease investigation, surveillance, and case management, including investigating outbreaks and DOT Therapy for TB cases.
• Help deliver health screening programs, wellness clinics, and influenza vaccination clinics.
• Provide education and information to town residents and staff by writing articles across a broad range of health topics.
• Prepare reports, maintain confidential records, and research public health and medical studies as well as evidence-based practices to inform the development of policies.
• Support community/population health needs assessments and data collection.
• Identify vulnerable populations and plan/implement relevant interventions, such as education programs.
• Traveling independently across these four communities is required.
• This position requires flexibility and may require some weekend work.

Requirements

• Three or more years of work experience in nursing or public health is required, and ideally experience in both fields. Part-time and volunteer experience may be considered to fulfill a portion of the work requirements.
• A bachelor's degree in nursing is desired, although a bachelor's degree in a related field such as public health, education, or social work will be considered when combined with licensure as a Registered Nurse and nursing work experience.
• Active and valid Massachusetts licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Current and valid certification in Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Possession of a valid state-issued driver's license with the ability to travel independently among each community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Nursing experience in a community health setting, ambulatory care setting, or with unique populations is considered a plus.
• A background in policy and/or community education attained through either significant work experience or through the achievement of a graduate degree in public health, education, or a related field is highly desired.

Supplemental Information

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and application by clicking "Apply."

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis with the first round of review to begin for applications received before 5 PM on May 13, 2024.

The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, national origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, veteran status, or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at

As a Town of Needham employee, you are offered a rewarding career-opportunity serving the Needham community, a thriving and growing town of approximately 32,000 residents and a diverse commercial tax base. The municipality has a Representative Town Meeting form of government, with a 5-member elected Select Board who appoints a Town Manger to serve as the Chief Executive Officer. Town departments include Public Works, Police, Fire, Library, Public Health, Park & Recreation, Aging Services, Youth and Family Services, Treasury, Tax collection, Tax assessing, Finance, IT, Human Resources and more.

The Town of Needham is a professionally run organization that is committed to creating an inclusive culture where employees can perform at the highest levels. Our employees are dedicated to their work and rely on each other as a team to ensure that Needham remains a place where engaged and committed people want to live, work and play.

In addition to a competitive salary, the total offer will feature a comprehensive benefits package, which may include (depending on position):

• Flexible Work Options
• "Summer Hours" with early release Fridays
• Employer-paid training opportunities, such as courses for municipal finance and leadership; conference or trade show attendance; paid memberships to professional organizations
• Tuition Assistance and Paid Professional Development Opportunities
• Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account with an Eligible Health Insurance Plan
• Flexible Spending Account for Health Care and Dependent Care
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Basic and Optional Life Insurance Coverage
• Retirement Plan: Contributory Defined Benefit Pension Plan (mandatory participation)
• 457b Deferred Compensation Plan, Pre-tax or Roth with Employer Contribution Match (voluntary participation)
• 12.5 Paid Holidays
• Paid Personal and Vacation Leave
• Employer Paid Non-Occupational Sick Leave
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program which includes mental health, financial education, legal referrals, and much more
• Free Parking and Free Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging
• Access to Rosemary Recreation Complex Pool during Summer months
• Free Library Card with Needham Free Public Library (part of the Minuteman Library Network)