Orange County NC
Public Health Nurse II-Communicable Disease*
Orange County NC, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412
Salary:
$67,386.00 - $88,902.00 Annually Location :
Health Department, NC Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
321-2025-337 Department:
Health Opening Date:
06/16/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
General Description The Orange County Health Department is accepting applications for a Public Health Nurse in our Communicable Disease section.
The work involves serving as the Immunization Program Manager with responsibility for adhering to the scope of work and deliverables for the Health Department's Immunization Action Plan, managing vaccinations at two clinic locations, coordinating educational sessions on new vaccines for nursing staff, administering immunizations to children and adults, and coordinating community vaccination clinics. An employee in this class is charged with protecting public health by preventing the spread of disease, promoting vaccination, and planning for infectious disease emergencies. The communicable disease program includes immunization, refugee health, tuberculosis, and all other reportable communicable diseases.
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Health Services Manager and nursing supervision by the Director of Nursing, with leeway to exercise independent judgment within the framework of applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures in the performance of duties, both in terms of planning and accomplishing work and in making decisions. Supervision is not the responsibility of this class. Does related work as required.
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the residents we serve. Each position is a key contributor to the work in the department to address systemic racial inequities and prevent discrimination on the basis of race, age, color, disability, national origin, or sex. This work requires us to confront inequities of the past, reveal inequities of the present and develop effective strategies to move all of us towards an equitable future for all people in Orange County. * This is a safety sensitive position and participation in the Drug and Alcohol Program is required. * Background Check is required.
This position may require an SBI background check with fingerprinting due to the passing of GS 2025-16 effective 10/1/2025. Full Performance of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Click the link below for full job specification. NOTE: The hiring range is on this posting NOT on the job specification. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
AND
one (1) year of professional nursing experience;
OR
Graduation from an accredited School of Professional Nursing
AND
one (1) year of professional nursing experience;
OR
Individuals hired without a BSN will be required to complete the Introduction to the Public Health Nursing course within twelve months of hire.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Possession of a valid, current unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver License issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
All offers of employment are conditional upon successful clearance of a background check and pre-employment drug testing. Employment cannot commence until the employee has been cleared.
May be required to possess additional certification(s) as deemed necessary by the Public Health Nursing Director or Unit Supervisor.
All required OCHD immunizations and TB testing prior to employment.
Supplemental Information Orange County is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer Orange County provides a competitive benefits package for permanent full-time and permanent part-time employees that includes:
Participation in the North Carolina State Retirement System;
Orange County contributes 14.35% of your base salary per pay period and 16.10% for LEO.
Health Insurance (Medical)
Orange County pays 100% of premiums for employee only coverage health insurance. Orange County pays a portion of premiums for dependent(s) coverage health insurance.
Dental Insurance
Orange County pays 100% of premiums for employee only coverage for dental insurance. Orange County pays a portion of premiums for dependent(s) coverage for dental insurance.
Vision Insurance
Orange County offers vision insurance for employee and dependent coverage with premiums rates between $5-$15 bi-weekly.
Life Insurance
Orange County pays for an employee life insurance policy based on employees' salary up to $50,000. Optional Life Insurance for employee and dependent life insurance policy.
Short Term Disability
Orange County pays for an employee short term disability policy that provides income protection up to 11 weeks with a weekly benefit of 70% of your weekly salary.
Optional Long Term Disability Coverage Policy Optional Insurance Policies: Pet Discount Program, Identity Theft Insurance, Legal Insurance 401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
Orange County contributes $100 per pay period ($2600.00 annually) for supplemental retirement and you will have the option to select between which investment firm you would like to have these funds contributed to.
12 Paid Holidays Anniversary Leave ( 8 hours of leave on your anniversary each year) Annual Leave (based on service years and a 40-hour work schedule, pro-rated for permanent part time employees)
0-2 Years of Service = 125.84 hours/year 2-5 Years of Service = 145.08 hours/year 5-10 Years of Service = 173.68 hours/year 10-15 Years of Service = 202.80 hours/year 15-20 Years of Service = 231.40 hours/year 20+ Years of Service = 260.52 hours/year
Sick Leave (based on service years and a 40-hour work schedule)
96.2 hours/year
Tuition reimbursement assistance Various other leave programs including civil, funeral, parental, etc.
01
Orange County is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States after completion of the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (Form I-9). I understand, that if hired, my employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify.
Yes
02
I understand that resumes are welcomed but do not substitute for the work experience section of this application and failure to complete the work experience section will result in an incomplete application, which will not be considered for eligibility. Did you fully complete the work experience section of this application?
Yes No
03
Are you an Orange County Local Government employee?
Yes, I am a Permanent Employee that has passed the Probationary Period Yes, I am an Employee but I have not passed the Probationary Period Yes, I am a Temporary Employee No, I am not an Employee
04
Do you have or are you able to obtain a driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina?
Yes No
05
Please indicate your highest level of Nursing Education.
Masters of Science in Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing Graduation from an accredited School of Professional Nursing Other
06
If other, please indicate. 07
Do you have possession of a valid, current unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina?
Yes No
08
How many years of professional nursing experience do you have?
None Less than 1 year 1 or more years
09
Are you willing to educate patients on the importance of immunizations/vaccines and administer required vaccinations to children and adults?
Yes No
10
If you answered no to question# 9, provide a reason. 11
Are you willing to educate patients on all options available to them once they discover they are pregnant?
Yes No
12
If you answered no to question # 11, provide a reason. Required Question
$67,386.00 - $88,902.00 Annually Location :
Health Department, NC Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
321-2025-337 Department:
Health Opening Date:
06/16/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
General Description The Orange County Health Department is accepting applications for a Public Health Nurse in our Communicable Disease section.
The work involves serving as the Immunization Program Manager with responsibility for adhering to the scope of work and deliverables for the Health Department's Immunization Action Plan, managing vaccinations at two clinic locations, coordinating educational sessions on new vaccines for nursing staff, administering immunizations to children and adults, and coordinating community vaccination clinics. An employee in this class is charged with protecting public health by preventing the spread of disease, promoting vaccination, and planning for infectious disease emergencies. The communicable disease program includes immunization, refugee health, tuberculosis, and all other reportable communicable diseases.
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Health Services Manager and nursing supervision by the Director of Nursing, with leeway to exercise independent judgment within the framework of applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures in the performance of duties, both in terms of planning and accomplishing work and in making decisions. Supervision is not the responsibility of this class. Does related work as required.
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the residents we serve. Each position is a key contributor to the work in the department to address systemic racial inequities and prevent discrimination on the basis of race, age, color, disability, national origin, or sex. This work requires us to confront inequities of the past, reveal inequities of the present and develop effective strategies to move all of us towards an equitable future for all people in Orange County. * This is a safety sensitive position and participation in the Drug and Alcohol Program is required. * Background Check is required.
This position may require an SBI background check with fingerprinting due to the passing of GS 2025-16 effective 10/1/2025. Full Performance of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Click the link below for full job specification. NOTE: The hiring range is on this posting NOT on the job specification. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
AND
one (1) year of professional nursing experience;
OR
Graduation from an accredited School of Professional Nursing
AND
one (1) year of professional nursing experience;
OR
Individuals hired without a BSN will be required to complete the Introduction to the Public Health Nursing course within twelve months of hire.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Possession of a valid, current unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver License issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
All offers of employment are conditional upon successful clearance of a background check and pre-employment drug testing. Employment cannot commence until the employee has been cleared.
May be required to possess additional certification(s) as deemed necessary by the Public Health Nursing Director or Unit Supervisor.
All required OCHD immunizations and TB testing prior to employment.
Supplemental Information Orange County is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer Orange County provides a competitive benefits package for permanent full-time and permanent part-time employees that includes:
Participation in the North Carolina State Retirement System;
Orange County contributes 14.35% of your base salary per pay period and 16.10% for LEO.
Health Insurance (Medical)
Orange County pays 100% of premiums for employee only coverage health insurance. Orange County pays a portion of premiums for dependent(s) coverage health insurance.
Dental Insurance
Orange County pays 100% of premiums for employee only coverage for dental insurance. Orange County pays a portion of premiums for dependent(s) coverage for dental insurance.
Vision Insurance
Orange County offers vision insurance for employee and dependent coverage with premiums rates between $5-$15 bi-weekly.
Life Insurance
Orange County pays for an employee life insurance policy based on employees' salary up to $50,000. Optional Life Insurance for employee and dependent life insurance policy.
Short Term Disability
Orange County pays for an employee short term disability policy that provides income protection up to 11 weeks with a weekly benefit of 70% of your weekly salary.
Optional Long Term Disability Coverage Policy Optional Insurance Policies: Pet Discount Program, Identity Theft Insurance, Legal Insurance 401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
Orange County contributes $100 per pay period ($2600.00 annually) for supplemental retirement and you will have the option to select between which investment firm you would like to have these funds contributed to.
12 Paid Holidays Anniversary Leave ( 8 hours of leave on your anniversary each year) Annual Leave (based on service years and a 40-hour work schedule, pro-rated for permanent part time employees)
0-2 Years of Service = 125.84 hours/year 2-5 Years of Service = 145.08 hours/year 5-10 Years of Service = 173.68 hours/year 10-15 Years of Service = 202.80 hours/year 15-20 Years of Service = 231.40 hours/year 20+ Years of Service = 260.52 hours/year
Sick Leave (based on service years and a 40-hour work schedule)
96.2 hours/year
Tuition reimbursement assistance Various other leave programs including civil, funeral, parental, etc.
01
Orange County is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States after completion of the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (Form I-9). I understand, that if hired, my employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify.
Yes
02
I understand that resumes are welcomed but do not substitute for the work experience section of this application and failure to complete the work experience section will result in an incomplete application, which will not be considered for eligibility. Did you fully complete the work experience section of this application?
Yes No
03
Are you an Orange County Local Government employee?
Yes, I am a Permanent Employee that has passed the Probationary Period Yes, I am an Employee but I have not passed the Probationary Period Yes, I am a Temporary Employee No, I am not an Employee
04
Do you have or are you able to obtain a driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina?
Yes No
05
Please indicate your highest level of Nursing Education.
Masters of Science in Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing Graduation from an accredited School of Professional Nursing Other
06
If other, please indicate. 07
Do you have possession of a valid, current unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina?
Yes No
08
How many years of professional nursing experience do you have?
None Less than 1 year 1 or more years
09
Are you willing to educate patients on the importance of immunizations/vaccines and administer required vaccinations to children and adults?
Yes No
10
If you answered no to question# 9, provide a reason. 11
Are you willing to educate patients on all options available to them once they discover they are pregnant?
Yes No
12
If you answered no to question # 11, provide a reason. Required Question