JOB * This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply.*
**Hiring rate will be determined based on qualifications and internal equity
*We are accepting Work Against applicants for this position*
This position works as a nurse specialist in the epidemiology department over communicable diseases and assists in other programs such as TB and Hepatitis. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Duties for this position include, but are not limited to:
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Assess, plan, and coordinate a variety of services and have strong input into administrative and personnel duties and responsibilities.
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Monitor and maintain all patients with bacterial, vector borne, foodborne, waterborne, and zoonotic diseases.
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Responsible for Adult Day Health certifications and recertifications.
Employee is subject to be called upon anytime to help the agency respond to a public health emergency which may include, but is not limited to, outbreak investigations, staffing mass dispensing or immunization clinics, providing disaster relief, or other incidents (man-made or natural and intentional or non-intentional) as they arise, or any public health response requested by the Health Director. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Considerable knowledge of, and skill in, the application of nursing theory, practice, principles, and techniques employed in the field of public health and related programs.
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Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply the principles and practices of public health.
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Knowledge of available resources and organizations and the ability to coordinate these as needed.
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General knowledge of current social and economic problems relating to public health, including health disparities.
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Ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee the work of others.
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Ability to deal tactfully with others and to exercise good judgment in appraising situations and making decisions;
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Ability to work in partnership with patients and with other service providers to elicit needed information and to maintain effective working relationships.
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Ability to record accurately services rendered and to interpret and explain records, reports, and medical instructions.
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Adequate computer skills to allow communication, patient record documentation, and accessing of information.
Must have or obtain and maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Background check and negative drug test are required.
Inquiries about this job posting should be directed toDepartment of Public Health Human Resources.
The Cumberland County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CCDPH complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. CCDPH does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex.
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