Public Health Nurse - Reproductive Health Job Opening

Recruiting for a part-time, health benefit eligible, Public Health Nurse in the Reproductive Health Unit. This position generally works Tuesday and Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm and Thursday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

This position supports the Advanced Practice Nurse clinician (nurse midwife) in providing patient care, ordering supplies, dispensing medications, and is the primary provider for our Walk-In clinic hours on Thursday afternoons. Job duties include direct contact with the public, external partners and clinical patient care. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fun work environment with a variety of responsibilities and will exhibit flexibility while working on multiple programs in a small office setting.

(Persons hired in this position must be able to perform all the essential tasks required by the position. The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required. The City and County of Broomfield retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential tasks and additional functions of the job at any time. Examples of duties are not intended to be all-inclusive or restrictive.)

Maintains confidentiality of information consistent with applicable federal, state and city/county rules and regulations.

General Duties: Administers day to day activities of clinic programs, provides patient education and safety as appropriate. Assists with Clinic inventory, maintenance and outreach events. Performs health assessments of clients, identifies health care needs and resources, and develops effective treatment plans for clients. Provides care coordination for clients and assist with identifying community resources, early intervention education and referrals. Adheres to and helps develop program policies and protocols. Provides education and resources to the community and external partners. Assists in preparation of promotional materials and may conduct presentations to improve community awareness of public health services. Assists with public health calls and prioritizing tasks. Assist with creating and implementing additional public health programs. Collaborates and develops professional contacts with other Health and Human Services divisions, county agencies, community agencies, non-profit organizations, and vendors to effectively serve the needs of the citizens. Provides programmatic technical assistance and training to community agencies and providers, such as schools, child care providers or senior centers as needed. Attends meetings, workshops, and conventions as necessary for the maintenance of effective services. Follows policies, procedures, and standards for efficient and effective operation and maintenance of equipment. Operates a motor vehicle and personal computer with applicable software. Keeps advised of the current status of the work of the department, as well as pertinent new rules, regulations, legislation, procedures, and professional developments. May assist with reproductive health clinic as necessary; performs applicable laboratory work. Performs related duties as required.

Administrative Duties: The incumbent is responsible for effectively managing his or her workload to achieve departmental goals. Assures that responsibilities are performed in compliance with federal and state regulations, Broomfield policies and procedures and the Broomfield Municipal Code. Contributes to the preparation and review of departmental policies and procedures as necessary to maintain the effectiveness of departmental programs. Advises applicable administrators or departments of potential problems or concerns. The incumbent may assist in recommending, researching and implementing modifications to systems, policies and procedures. Evaluates service costs and makes related recommendations. Identifies and recommends changes or improvements in departmental operations to ensure assigned functions are efficient and cost effective.

Budget/Resource Management: The incumbent participates with the Administrator in the preparation of the department's annual budget. Assures that responsibilities are performed within budget and performs cost control activities such as monitoring expenditures to assure sound fiscal control. The incumbent is responsible for partnering with other staff members in planning, developing, and implementing the overall vision, mission, programs, processes and projects of the department and the City and County of Broomfield. Works with the team to avoid duplication of service and to ensure that customer expectations are recognized and resolved thereby maximizing customer satisfaction. Monitors the progress of projects so the goals may be obtained within the established timeframe. Prepares purchase orders and processes invoices as assigned.

Public Relations/Communication: The incumbent meets and confers with customers to explain clinic services, departmental plans, programs, functions, policies, and procedures. Assists departmental staff in preparing and coordinating reports as required. Answers letters of inquiry/complaints and talk with customers. Attends meetings, workshops, and conventions as necessary for the maintenance of effective services. Responds to requests for information and advises City and County departments on assigned programs. Maintains liaison with other departments. Provides verbal and written information to departments. Maintains the accuracy of any program materials posted on the Intranet/Internet.

Miscellaneous Duties: He/she operates a personal computer including associated software programs. He/she operates a motor vehicle in traveling to and from work sites.Respond, as required, to support public health emergencies, incidents and events. Participate in all exercises and drills on emergency preparedness, as required. Complete trainings identified as appropriate for this level employee. Assist with implementation of the public health improvement plan (PHIP) as appropriate. Maintain confidentiality of information consistent with applicable federal, state and city/county rules and regulations. He/she takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. Use all required safety equipment. The incumbent keeps operational records and makes required reports. Assures that facilities and equipment are maintained properly and coordinate maintenance and repair functions. Evaluates service costs and makes related recommendations. Identifies and recommends improvements in departmental operations to ensure assigned functions are efficient and cost effective. Conducting home visits, if applicable may involve carrying a case filled with materials such as a small DVD player, files, notebook, educational materials, toys, a baby scale, etc., and walking up and down stairs frequently when no elevator is available. Responsible for the safety of self, others, assets, equipment and facilities; responsible for knowing and complying with all City and County of Broomfield and department policies; adheres to attendance and workplace attire policies. He/she performs related duties as required.