Community Public Health RN Job Listing at Oneida Nation in Oneida, WI (Job ID 227)

Description

Open To All Applicants 

Salary is Negotiable

After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.

Summary:

Provide public health nursing and related services to individuals, families, and the general community to promote wellness and prevent illness.  Actions are directed toward the goals of prevention, assessment, risk reduction, and health status improvement for individuals, families and communities. Activities include, but are not limited to, systematic analysis of health data, care plan development, health education and advocacy, coalition building, and collaborating with community partners to promote the health of a population. 

DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

The RN- Community/ Public Health position performs the following essential functions within the framework of the Public Health Core Competencies (PHCC). These duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Analytical/Assessment Skills

1. Conducts process and outcome evaluation activities.
2. Analyzes public health data and communicates findings to a variety of audiences.
3. Participates in the development, implementation, data analysis and report writing of the Community Health Assessment (CHA) and Community Health Improvement Plan.
4. Contributes to a work environment where continuous quality improvement is a key factor in program development.
5. Utilizes data in the promotion of health and wellness; qualitative, quantitative, primary and secondary.

Policy Development/Program Planning Skills

1. Conducts and reports on program evaluations to improve program effectiveness and demonstrate value to programmatic and funding partners.
2. Monitors compliance with local, state, and federal standards.
3. Evaluate policies and procedures for health impact.
4. Disseminates information to the public through presentations, news releases, newsletters, web sites, social media, demonstrations, media interviews, and displays.
5. Coordinates the activities of meetings or events.
6. Operate business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software.
7. Communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing.

Cultural Competency Skills

1. Develops print materials that are health literate and utilizes design skills.
2. Plans, implements and teaches relevant educational programs.
3. Reaches and engages diverse audiences in ways that are inclusive and do not discriminate to ensure full access to programs, facilities and educational services.
4. Interact with customers, community partners and co-workers with fairness and equity and deliver services free of bias or prejudice.

Community Dimensions of Practice Skills

1. Participates in planning and assessment meetings with both internal and external stakeholders.
2. Educates key stakeholders on key public health initiatives and plans.
3. Collaborate with partners for promotion of wellness and disease prevention.
4. Contributes to team efforts to accomplish results as required.
5. Participates in local, regional and statewide public health events, committees and coalitions as needed.
6. Develop new and maintain existing relationships with partners.

Public Health Sciences Skills

1. Provides surveillance, investigation, and public information during disease outbreaks.
2. Collaborates with other agencies in biological, environmental and weather emergencies.
3. Identifies and/or develops program materials for use by consumers and other professionals for various teams within Oneida Community Health Services Department.
4. Seek out and use evidenced base and best practices in programming.

Financial Planning and Management Skills

27. Meet grant and other financial deadlines and follow purchasing processes.

Leadership and Systems Thinking Skills

28. Willing to obtain additional education and training.

Skills:

Essential:
* Must comply with Caregiver Law and Grant conditions criminal history checks as a condition of employment to include fingerprinting

Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:

Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Credentials:

Essential:
* Driver's License Personal & Tribal Vehicle
* Insurance Required
Nonessential:
* Driver Safety Training

Working conditions:

Essential:
* Office setting
* Extreme weather conditions
* Excessive cold
* Excessive heat
* Work Situations Exposure to Driving Hazards
* Exposure To Communicable Diseases
* Exposure To Insects
* Exposure To Disease Vectors
* Exposure To Hazardous Material
* Exposure To Animals
* Exposure To Blood Borne Pathogens
* Work Situations Potential For Combative Behavior
* Follow Extensive Safety Precautions
* Climb Heights Occasionally
* Balance Occasionally
* Bend/Stoop Occasionally
* Kneel Occasionally
* Crouch Occasionally
* Reach Occasionally
* Stand Occasionally
* Walk Occasionally
* Grasp Occasionally
* Repetitive Movement Hands
* Evening and weekend work may be required
* Work Hours Extended
* Work irregular shifts
* Covid Vaccination Required
* Flu Vaccination Required
* Measles Mumps Rubella Vaccination
* Varicella Vaccine

Experience:

Essential:
* Registered Nurse
Nonessential:
* Patient care experience in a community outreach setting

Other information:

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.

Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.

Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.

Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.

Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.

Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.

A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.

Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.