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Public Health Nurse - MCH/Immunizations

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Posting Start Date
06/23/2026

Posting End Date
Open Until Filled

Descriptions

Dickinson County is seeking a Public Health Nurse (RN) to join the Health Department. The position of Public Health Nurse is a specialized professional public health nursing position with responsibility for independently and cooperatively providing skilled nursing care, physical and developmental assessments, prenatal, parenting, nutrition, immunization, general health information, counseling and referrals to clients in clinic, community and home settings. This employee should possess excellent organizational, nursing, communication, and public relations skills. This position may also participate in disease investigations as defined by Kansas Statute.



Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Comply with all countywide and departmental policies and procedures.
  2. Plan, develop, direct and evaluate the Maternal and Child Health program in Dickinson County, including organizing an annual Community Baby Shower for pregnant and postpartum women in Dickinson County. Assist with organizing and facilitating prenatal education classes, as necessary.
  3. May provide clinic or home visits to pregnant women and infants, including assessments, screening, health education, and referral, as needed.
  4. Manage Immunization program in accordance to State requirements, including vaccine inventory management and reporting.
  5. Assist with flu vaccination clinics.
  6. May provide Kan-Be-Healthy/Well-Child/Daycare health assessments, which include dental, developmental, hearing, and vision screening.
  7. Provide height, weight, and B/P checks, T.B. skin tests, immunotherapy, and other general public health nursing duties, as needed.
  8. Collaborate with other public and private health care providers to provide integrated, comprehensive services.
  9. Submit COVID PCR lab requests for patients per standing orders
  10. Maintain client records in an organized concise manner, integrated with other health department records.
  11. This employee may provide breastfeeding support/assistance to clients who receive MCH/ WIC services.
  12. Participate in disease investigations pursuant to Kansas Statute.
  13. Other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Knowledge of department policies, practices and operations.
  • Good oral communication skills required to perform routine administrative duties such as responding to inquiries from telephone or visitors.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of nursing practice with special emphasis on prenatal, postnatal and infant care.
  • Assessment skills with the ability to develop a plan of care to enhance a positive outcome for the client.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other health professionals and community agencies.
  • Ability to communicate with culturally diverse populations and youth.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all records.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to write clearly and legibly to index documents.
  • Proper knowledge of grammar and spelling.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using the English language.
  • Skills in organization, mathematical processes, time management and a high degree of computer proficiency.
  • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact well with others.
  • Ability to multi-task and work independently.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Able to make independent decisions, use good judgment, accept results and receive constructive feedback in an appropriate positive manner.
  • Able and willing to work with others toward achieving common goals. Demonstrate understanding of the importance of teamwork. Display positive attitude and support county policies and communicate properly.
  • Demonstrate initiative in execution of work, comprehend instructions without close supervision and volunteers to assist others, produces the expected volume of work.
  • Execute work thoroughly, accurately and in an organized manner.
  • Accept responsibility and complete work assignments on schedule, without undue delays and within other established parameters.
  • Maintain acceptable attendance and arrives and leaves at the prescribed times.
  • Dress and groom appropriately for the job.

WHY JOIN DICKINSON COUNTY?

This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on community health by supporting maternal and child health services, immunizations, screenings, and prevention efforts for Dickinson County residents. The role offers meaningful public service in a collaborative local health environment. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  • Kansas RN or LPN license, or temporary permit
  • CPR certification
  • Valid Kansas driver’s license 

PREFERRED:

  • 1–3 years of related nursing experience
  • KDHE Child Health Assessment Certification


Benefits

KPERS Retirement

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

11 Paid Holidays

Deferred Compensation: KPERS 457 & Nationwide

Supplemental Insurance Offered through: AFLAC or Guardian

Basic Term Life Insurance




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