County of San Luis Obispo, CA

The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department is actively recruiting for a Substitute, Supervising Public Health Nurse to join the Reproductive Health team at the Public Health clinic in Paso Robles.. The Supervising Public Health Nurse for Reproductive Health has a variety of work and oversight responsibilities related to reproductive health.. The Supervising Public Health Nurse will be expected to work closely with nurse practitioners, physicians, public health aides, and the front desk manager, as well as other programs located in Paso Robles.. The ideal candidate should have a passion for providing reproductive health services to our community.. While bilingual skills are not a requirement for this position, the reproductive health clinic serves a large proportion of Spanish and Mixteco speaking patients.

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Salary : $114,670.40 - $146,348.80 Annually Location : North County (e.g. Atascadero/Paso Robles), CA Job Type: Permanent - Hourly Job Number: 0324KS-000414-01 Department: Health Agency Division: Public Health Opening Date: 03/22/2024 Closing Date: Continuous About the Position The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department is actively recruiting for a Substitute, Supervising Public Health Nurse to join the Reproductive Health team at the Public Health clinic in Paso Robles. This recruitment will remain open until filled. The Supervising Public Health Nurse for Reproductive Health has a variety of work and oversight responsibilities related to reproductive health. Responsibilities include supervising the day-to-day operations and two Public Health Aides in the Paso Robles multidisciplinary Public Health clinic, ensuring the County of San Luis Obispo meets all requirements related to the federal Title X and Every Woman Counts grants, and assisting with and maintaining current written policies, procedures, and standing orders. The Supervising Public Health Nurse will be expected to work closely with nurse practitioners, physicians, public health aides, and the front desk manager, as well as other programs located in Paso Robles. For a complete job description, please click here. This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have clinical experience with sexually transmitted diseases, family planning services, and public grant reporting. The ideal candidate should understand and respect patients of all gender identities. The ideal candidate should have a passion for providing reproductive health services to our community. While bilingual skills are not a requirement for this position, the reproductive health clinic serves a large proportion of Spanish and Mixteco speaking patients. Knowledge of: The theory and practice of public health nursing; principles and practices of public administration and program management including program planning, implementation and evaluation; principles of budget preparation and monitoring; principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation. Ability to: Participate in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures; develop and maintain cooperative work relationships; interpret and evaluate nursing programs; apply principles and techniques of community organization; organize, direct and coordinate program services; accurately analyze problems, develop recommendations and take appropriate action for resolution; utilize computers for basic functions. Education and Experience Either A: Four years of experience as a Public Health Nurse Or B: Four years of increasingly responsible public health related experience, in a public or private healthcare setting. (An advanced degree in public health nursing, or a public health related field, may substitute for one year of the required experience.) Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid California License to practice as a Registered Nurse is required at the time of application and must be maintained throughout employment. A license in a probationary status is a disqualification. Possession of a valid California Public Health Nurse Certificate is required. Certain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid CALIFORNIA driver's license will be required at the time of appointment. How to Apply Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed. For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at Reasonable Accommodation Notice Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information. Veteran's Preference Points If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement. Equal Employment Opportunity The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959. Make a Difference Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference. Compensation and Benefits Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package. For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link). Some benefits include: - Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance - Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees. - Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums) - Free visits to the employee health clinic - Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace - Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more) - A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust - Optional deferred compensation plan - Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care) - Paid personal, sick and vacation days - 12 paid holidays - Employee Assistance Program - Education and Wellness Allowance - Post Employment Health Plan - Family Friendly workplace policies - Flexible work schedule options - Rideshare commuter benefits - Pet Insurance The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs. Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates: The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465. Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions: The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages. To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), Learning and Development The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings. Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include: - Emotional Intelligence - Supervisor/Manager academies - Microsoft Suite courses - Defensive Driving - Financial management - Retirement preparedness - Teambuilding - Written Communication - Conflict Management - Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC - Job specific conferences/trainings Student Loan Forgiveness Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans. Homebuyer assistance program Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored byto get a loan for the down payment. 01 Please describe your experience in working with grants and grant reporting. 02 Please describe your work experience with respect to family planning and sexually transmitted diseases. 03 Please describe your experience in working with both male and female patients. Required Question

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