A position in this class differs from one in the class of Registered Nurse in that incumbents are required to exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative in providing nursing coverage to an assigned caseload requiring services in such areas as personnel care services, epidemiology, prediagnostic evaluations, physical and mental health counseling, and social and emotional adjustment. In addition, incumbents may be expected to oversee specialized health education programs. I is the entry level class in the public health nurse series. Incumbents are expected to learn community referral sources and maintain a caseload of the less difficult, non-complex cases. Incumbents are expected to promote to the class of Public Health Nurse II after one year of satisfactory performance.
Work is performed both in an office setting and in the client s home.
Applicants for employment with Nevada County may be required to possess a valid driver's license from their State of residence. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also required. A baccalaureate degree from a college or university program accredited for public health nursing by National League for Nursing. All applications will be reviewed by a preliminary screening committee. Applicants who pass the screening will be invited to appear before an oral examination board which will evaluate education, experience and personal qualifications of the applicants.