MERCER COUNTY-CELINA CITY HEALTH DEPARTMENT An Equal Opportunity Employer POSITION DESCRIPTION Cover Page 1 of 2

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1 POSITION DESCRIPTION Cover Page 1 of 2 Class Title: Public Health Nurse 1 Position Number: Class Number: Dept./Div.: Nursing Civil Service Status: Classified Reports To: Director of Nursing Employment Status: Full-time Pay: FLSA Status: Nonexempt EEO Status: 02 DOT (closest applicable no.): JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: In addition to the following, performs other related duties as required. Under close supervision, provides direct nursing care and health education to clients in a home, school, or clinic setting and performs miscellaneous nursing activities. Assists in the development of policies and procedures. Assists with the accreditation process as needed. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance. Participates in grants as needed. Works independently on assignments. QUALIFICATIONS: An example of acceptable qualifications: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; experience in public health preferred; pediatric a plus; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. BSN highly preferred. LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Ohio, maintain licensure and required CEU s; cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification; completion of FEMA courses in Incident Command System Training (IS 100, 200, 700, and 800); must maintain a valid State of Ohio driver s license; must maintain vehicle insurability in accordance with Mercer County policy and must meet current immunization requirements. EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive. Standard business office equipment (e.g., computer, telephone, copier, fax machine, etc.); medical equipment, devices, and instruments; motor vehicle operation (may operate county-owned vehicles). Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered medium work. In cases of emergency, unpredictable client situations, and/or department needs, may be required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects heavier than DOL strength ratings recommend.

2 POSITION DESCRIPTION Cover Page 2 of 2 Class Title: Public Health Nurse 1 Position Number: Class Number: Dept./Div.: Nursing Civil Service Status: Classified Reports To: Director of Nursing Employment Status: Full-time Pay: FLSA Status: Nonexempt EEO Status: 02 DOT (closest applicable no.): This position description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the position incumbent. The essential functions of the position identified on subsequent pages are for purposes of 42 USC My signature below signifies that I have reviewed and understand the contents of my position description. (Approval of Appointing Authority) (Date) (Employee Signature) (Date)

3 POSITION DESCRIPTION Inside Page 1 of 3 JOB DESCRIPTION AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS: JOB DUTIES in order of importance ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: % (1) Delivers various general public health services to Mercer County s program participants as well as employees; interviews clients to determine needs for services; develops and administers medical plans based on client needs; determines eligibility for various vaccine programs; provides direct nursing care (e.g., administers injections and medications, conducts medical testing, gathers vital information, etc.); instructs clients on prevention of and care for health problems; disseminates education materials to program participants; refers clients to other public health agencies, social service programs, or medical specialists as needed; documents the delivery of services in accordance with policy and procedure. Skill in: (905), (910), (958), (960) Ability to: (606), (609), (614), (630), (654), (683), (684), (724), (744), (745), (746), (772) % (2) Prepares documents and maintains records; updates records to ensure accuracy and completeness; monitors vaccine inventories; participates in the collection and assessment of data, identification of needs, and program development for population aggregates and the community; collects project and/or community health statistics to assess program effectiveness or determine community health needs; represents the department to the community through participation in committee and community activities, networking, and collaborating with colleagues in the community, public speaking, and other interactions with the public; assists in disease investigations and communicable disease follow-up; disseminates educational material as appropriate. Ability to: (630), (633), (650), (654), (681), (684), (724), (744), (745) % (3) Initiates contact with independent insurance companies in order to become an in-network provider of services; establishes required credentials; gathers required information to ensure insurance payments; submits billing and follows up on unpaid claims. Ability to: (630), (633), (650), (654), (681), (684), (724), (744), (745)

4 POSITION DESCRIPTION Inside Page 2 of 3 % (4) Conducts school visits as determined necessary; assists school authorities in referring problems; provides required school screenings; coordinates and conducts health screenings in health clinics, occupational settings, and other community settings; conducts assessments and administers immunizations; refers clients with special needs to appropriate resources/programs; presents selected health education programs in the community or schools; instructs and counsels clients in selecting behaviors for a healthy lifestyle; conducts outreach and case finding activities to promote positive health programs. Knowledge of: (261)*, (262)*, (276), (280), (381), (384) Ability to: (630), (654), (684), (685), (744), (745) % (5) Receives and responds to various inquiries concerning public health; refers more complex issues to Public Health Nurse 2 or the DON as appropriate; represents department at various official meetings, public gatherings, etc.; provides information to the public and speaks on various public health topics (e.g., pregnancy prevention, sexually transmitted diseases, emergency preparedness, immunization, communicable disease, etc.). Knowledge of: (261)*, (262)*, (276), (280), (381), (384) Skill in: (958) Ability to: (606), (681), (684), (685), (744), (746) (6) May act as back up to Public Health Nurse 2 BCMH program. (7) Planning and development of services, programs and resources that relate to Medicaid covered medical/dental/mental health services, such as the development of policy, procedures and protocols for the delivery and coordination of care to individuals. (8) Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions. (9) Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance. (10) Maintains required licensures and certifications. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Attends meeting, seminars, and training sessions.

5 POSITION DESCRIPTION Inside Page 3 of 3 Performs other related duties as required. Maintains confidentiality as appropriate under Health District policy and applicable statutes. MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: (* Indicates developed after employment) Knowledge of: (261) department policies and procedures*; (262) department goals and objectives*; (276) nursing; (280) public health; (381) public relations; (384) community resources and services; (422) records management. Skill in: (910) use of modern office equipment; (958) motor vehicle operation; (960) use or operation of medical instruments and equipment. Ability to: (606) deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; (609) recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; (614) exercise independent judgment and discretion; (617) determine material and equipment needs; (630) read, copy, and record figures accurately; (633) calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; (650) copy records precisely without error; (654) prepare accurate documentation; (681) prepare and deliver speeches and presentations; (683) conduct effective interviews; (684) communicate effectively; (685) train or instruct others; (724) maintain records according to established procedures; (740) work in isolation; (744) handle sensitive inquiries from and contacts with officials and general public; (745) develop and maintain effective working relationships; (746) resolve complaints; (772) lift, position, and move individuals according to established procedures.