Registered Nurse Senior

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing plus two years of experience in clinic, hospital and/or public health nursing.

Licenses or Certifications:

• License to practice nursing in the State of Texas.
• Must have current healthcare provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ( CPR ) course completion card and will be required to maintain a current certification during employment.

Notes to Applicants
Position Overview
Under general direction or working independently, administer and coordinate activities of an assigned Public Health and Health Equity Community Engagement program area. This position will coordinate and implement a variety of outreach programs, projects and health fair events as it relates to health equity with the focus on African American, Hispanics and Asian demographics.

In addition, they will be responsible to administer health screenings that include but not limited to: blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol and A1C testing with referrals. Provide excellent customer service, communicate all information and ideas clearly and accurately, and respond to any feedback from the health screening results.

APH Information

• This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan .
• Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health’s website .

Be a part of Austin Public Health, https://youtu.be/wJgNIc3ivkA .

“The City of Austin is a tobacco-free workplace. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any City of Austin worksite- including construction sites, parking lots, garages, or in personal vehicles parked on the premises”.

Sign-On Bonus (*For those meeting eligibility requirements):
This position is eligible for an APH Sign-On Bonus.

· After 30 days from hire - $500

· Complete 1 year of service with APH - $1000

· Complete 2 years of service with APH - $1500

Immunization Requirement:

• Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department’s immunization policy.

Travel: (use for ability to travel preferred qualification)

• If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
  
  
• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine your salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide the job title, employment dates and description of responsibilities for all jobs you wish to be considered.
  
  
• The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered, in lieu of a completed City of Austin application.
  
  
• Please understand that your job application, cover letter, and resume will be used to measure or assess your written communication skills, including grammar and spelling, in helping us screen applications and determine candidates to be interviewed.
• Work experience listed must include month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number.
  
  
• When completing the supplemental questions, please note that your answers must be supported by information contained in your application.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED :

• Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.
• All Austin Public Health worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any Austin Public Health worksite - including parking lots, garages, or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
• When public health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health.
• This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package consisting of medical and dental coverage, paid sick, vacation, and personal time, and a retirement plan.

If you are selected to interview:


Assessments:

• Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of the initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference
• This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
• If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees, will be required.
• A skills assessment may be required.

Electronic Notification to Applications:

• Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs.
• Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner
• Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

Pay Range
$33.49 - $42.71

Hours
Monday through Friday,: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Some weekends required base on business needs.
Job Close Date 01/13/2025 Type of Posting External Department Austin Public Health Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 928 Blackson Ave. Preferred Qualifications

• Outreach experience with underserved communities that include African Americans and Hispanic demographics.
• Experience providing education on physical activity, chronic disease prevention, diabetes or tobacco free living.
• Two years of experience in clinical, hospital, and or public health nursing.
• Understanding of equity, root causes of health disparities, and social determinants of health.
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.
• Bilingual

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Interview patients and review records to ascertain medical history, current physical condition, symptoms of illness, etc. Obtain routine information such as height, weight, temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and provide basic physical assessment. Assess physical condition of patient using observation, inspection, auscultation, palpation, and percussion. Assess the physical, social, and emotional needs of patients and families in clinics or in their homes. Develop a health care plan in cooperation with the patient/family, significant others, and members of the health care team. Formulate, direct and/or execute plan of care and any needed interventions. Provide nursing care, which may include immunizations, phlebotomy, collecting urine, hemotocrit tests, routine tests, specialized tests, vital signs, pregnancy tests, dipstick urinalysis, and prepare other specimens. Counsel client and family concerning health assessment and care. Teach and counsel patients, families, and groups on the prevention of disease, disability, hygiene, and health maintenance. Refer patients and families to other services or for follow-up treatment based on assessment of health care needs. Maintain complete and accurate records, logs, and statistics of patient status and care provided. Monitor work to ensure quality assurance or other standards are met. Prioritize the workload and referrals made to other co-workers/services. Work in collaboration with management to develop and implement protocols, policies, and procedures May identify patients/groups with potential high risk of physical and emotional illness through analysis of statistical records. May conduct investigations and provide instructions in preventive measure of communicable diseases, immunization programs and casework. May coordinate daily clerical activities including setting patient appointments and scheduling providers. May maintain patient follow-up procedures, including broken appointment and abnormal lab follow-up procedures, immunization tickler/tracking system, abnormal laboratory results, and maintains patient tickler file. May assist in developing and implementing a nursing quality improvement component to monitor the deliver of nursing triage services May perform triage activities by telephone or in person by making referrals and providing appropriate medical advice and assistance as required

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health nursing.
• Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries and diseases.
• Knowledge of related cultural, social, environmental and economic forces in family and group relationships.
• Knowledge of medicines and their application for treatments.
• Knowledge of holistic health care treatments.
• Knowledge of instruments and equipment used in providing routine and specialized patient care.
• Knowledge of current community resources available.
• Skill in providing nursing care, customer service, and personal services
• Skill in setting priorities and making judgments concerning health care.
• Skill in teaching and interviewing techniques.
• Skill in effectively instructing and directing the work of others.
• Skill in recording and reporting accurate information.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, families, community groups and organizations, physicians, City employees, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented.
• Ability to perceive pertinent details.
• Ability to record and report accurate information
• Ability to interpret symptoms and assess the patient’s status

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires graduation from an accredited school of nursing plus two years of experience in clinic, hospital and/or public health nursing. Do you meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

* Are you licensed to practice nursing in the State of Texas?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* List all valid certifications or licenses you currently hold.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires a current healthcare provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course completion card and will be required to maintain a current certification during employment. Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to do so by the time of employment?

• Yes
• No

* Due to working in high risk areas, applicants applying for this position must comply with the departments immunization policy as a condition of employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes, I will comply to the vaccinations required by the APH department
• No, I cannot meet this requirement

* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe your experience with outreach with underserved communities including Hispanic/Latinx and African American/Black communities
(Open Ended Question)
* Briefly describe your knowledge of and experience with health disparities among minority populations.
(Open Ended Question)
* Are you bilingual with the ability to fluently speak and write in a second language?
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe any other experience you have that is relevant to the preferred qualifications for this position:
(Open Ended Question)
* In the prior twelve months have you been employed by, owned any interest in, or been an officer or board member, for any business entity, including a non-profit organization, that is transacting any business with the City of Austin, including a recipient of any contracts, grants, or any funds of any kind from the City of Austin?

• Yes
• No
• Don't know

* If you answered yes to the question above, please describe your experience.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents

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