Incumbent's work is broad in range and often requires careful consideration of complex circumstances and variables. Incumbent performs duties according to established policies and procedures, exercising judgment to effectively develop and maintain health programs, examine and evaluate individuals, and provide information, counseling, treatment, assistance and/or referrals.
Incumbent reports directly to Administrator.
Incumbent assures proper implementation of public health programs. Goals and objectives of incumbent's work are known, with highly unusual circumstances and/or sensitive problems discussed with supervisor as needed. Work is primarily reviewed for adherence to instructions/guidelines, compliance with legal requirements, and continuing quality of Health Department services for Vigo County. On rare occasions, incumbent makes decisions in the absence of specific policies and procedures, and/or guidance from supervisor.
Incumbent maintains frequent contact with co-workers, other County departments, ISDH, personnel from various health-related agencies, hospitals, schools, and the public for purposes of exchanging information, maintaining cooperative work relationships, and providing education, information, counsel, and efficient health care services.
Incumbent performs duties in a health clinic, involving sitting/walking at will, sitting for long periods, keyboarding, lifting/carrying objects weighing less than 25 pounds, pushing/pulling objects, crouching/kneeling, bending, reaching, close/far vision, color/depth perception, handling/grasping/fingering objects, hearing sounds/communication, speaking clearly, and driving. Incumbent maintains considerable contact with the public and may be exposed to difficult persons or crying/screaming/struggling children. Incumbent is regularly exposed to normal health hazards associated with public health nursing for which universal health precautions must be followed to ensure safety of self and others.
Incumbent occasionally works extended hours, evenings and/or weekends, and occasionally travels out of town for meetings/training/conferences, sometimes overnight.
