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Community Health Nurse

Would you like to significantly contribute to the health of your community? If so, the Department of Health has an exciting opportunity for you to provide educational and clinical services to help people improve their own health. As a Community Health Nurse, you will collaborate with partners in the community to ensure Department of Health programs are available and relevant, as well as investigate threats to public health. If you would like to support an organization that protects the public's health, check out this opportunity and apply today to join our dedicated team of professionals!   

Requirements

As a Community Health Nurse in the Bureau of Community Health Systems, you will support the organization’s mission of providing infrastructure for the implementation of core public health functions in a high-quality, effective, and responsive manner that will positively impact the health status of Pennsylvanians. In this crucial role, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate public health services and initiatives, as well as provide direct public health services and community liaison activities. If you are looking to learn and grow in your career, join our team!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
  • Work infrequently requires statewide travel, as well as irregular and flexible work hours including overnights, weekends, and holidays in accordance with policy.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements:

  • This position require active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. 
  • All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. 


Other Requirements:

  • You must meet the PA residency requirementFor more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. 
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

 

Legal Requirements:

  • You must pass a background investigation.
  • This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
    1. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply: 

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing dateLate applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 

 

Veterans: 


Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 

  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

 

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
 

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. 

  • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
  • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. 
  • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
  • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
    1. your score may be lower than deserved.
    2. you may be disqualified.
  • You may only apply/test once for this posting.
  • Your results will be provided via email.
Date Posted
05/03/2024
Job Reference
CS-2024-83377-30820
Organization
Department of Health, HL Southcentral Dstr
Location
Bedford County, PA
Category
Nursing
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