Thurston County Government
COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE II
Thurston County Government, Olympia, Washington, United States, 98502
COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE II
Thurston County Government
Salary: $6,257 - $8,322 monthly.
Job Description Thurston County Public Health & Social Services (PHSS) is recruiting for a Community Health Nurse II for our Community Health Division. As a Community Health Nurse II, you will work as part of the Family Intervention Nurse (FIN) program, delivering services to families in Thurston County. You will work in the Parent Child Health Division of Thurston County Public Health & Social Services and will be part of our amazing and diverse Parent Child Health team that provides essential support to families in our communities.
Carrying a caseload of at least 25 active clients, you will be responsible for independently conducting frequent home visits to build strong, supportive partnerships with families in alignment with the goals, objectives, and visit guidelines of the FIN model. You will collaborate with your team to promote family health and well‑being and develop and maintain community relationships that support client referrals.
Essential Functions
Assess physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs of caregivers and their families as they relate to the FIN model
Formulate nursing diagnosis based on nursing assessment and client goals
Assist caregivers and their families in establishing goals and outcomes
Provide education, support, and referral resources to assist caregivers and their families in attaining their targeted goals
Consult and collaborate with other professionals involved in providing services to caregivers and families
Plan home visits and evaluate client progress toward stated goals and program outcomes
Actively engage in professional development to meet all FIN Nurse Home Visitor competency requirements
Meet with the FIN Nurse Supervisor weekly for clinical supervision, utilizing reflective practice in supervisory sessions
Schedule joint home visits with FIN Nurse Supervisor every four months
Attend and participate in bi‑weekly case conferences and bi‑weekly team meetings
Provide information to support staff for timely and accurate data input
Participate in review and analysis of reports for achievements, areas for improvement, and quality improvement efforts
Document appropriately and maintain confidentiality
Perform other work as required or assigned, including, but not limited to, a 24/7 response during public health emergency situations and disease outbreak investigations
Working Conditions
Work Environment – Quiet office setting in Olympia, Washington
Schedule – Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, with the potential option of alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working
Travel Requirements – Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, trainings, and perform home/site visits
Customer Interactions – Daily interactions with Thurston County staff and the public
Who We Are Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is Thurston County’s local health jurisdiction and human services department and is responsible for protecting the health and promoting the well‑being of all people who live, work, and play in Thurston County. We value diversity and strive to foster a sense of belonging, honoring the unique experiences, cultures, skills, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our employees and community. As an agency actively working to address health equity, we aspire for everyone to have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, regardless of their individual circumstances.
What We Offer Our Employees
Work‑Life Balance: We are committed to ensuring that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle
Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre‑tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans for more information
Paid Leave: Full‑time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays
Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County‑paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences
Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working
Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out‑of‑pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre‑tax dollars
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full‑time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you’ll love it here Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year‑round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.
Message to Potential Applicants We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply if they feel they do not meet every single function or skill listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in nursing with coursework in community or public nursing. Completion of a BSN program within six (6) months of hire may be considered
Two (2) years of experience as a community health nurse or relevant experience in a hospital, medical clinic, public health, or related service. Any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work will be considered
Currently licensed as a Washington State Registered Nurse
A valid Washington State Driver’s License or an appropriate accommodation
Desired Skills Respect and Organizational Culture
Create an environment where employees and partners can safely express needs or concerns and where employees can make and correct mistakes
Effectively interact with sensitivity while working with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, and lifestyles
Thrive in a fast‑paced, robust organization maintaining a positive work environment
Communication
Serve the public in a timely, complete, accurate, and professional manner while ensuring that written and verbal communication is clearly understood by others
Maintain cultural competency to support diverse perspectives in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies, programs, and services that affect the health of the community
Strong oral communication for networking and interpersonal relationships
Excellent written communication including the ability to craft correspondence, reports, and articles or web postings with minimal grammatical and syntax errors
Goal Setting and Accomplishment
Use strategic thinking and planning for goal setting and evaluation
Effectively plan, organize, and manage competing priorities and challenges under pressure
Create a sense of mission by articulating and modeling confidentiality, professional values, and ethics with honesty and integrity
Operate with a high degree of flexibility, initiative, attention to detail, and commitment
Delegate and use persuasion and negotiating skills for shared responsibility and acceptance of change
Other Related Recruitment Information Questions about this recruitment? Please contact the hiring team at PHSS_Hiring@co.thurston.wa.us or (360) 867-2569.
This Position Is
Represented by a union
Eligible for benefits
Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Contingent on the ability to pass a criminal background check
Grant funded
Items Requested For Consideration
Application
Resume
Letter of interest
Applicant Disclosure Form (Pursuant to RCW Section 43.43.830) (Supplemental Questions 1-6)
Proof of licenses/certifications: Washington State Nursing License, First Aid, CPR
Proof of immunizations by start date:
Measles/mumps/rubella (MMR)
Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap/TD)
Baseline tuberculosis screening (required of all new employees who are healthcare personnel, work in healthcare areas or who have contact with patients/clients as part of their normal duties; must be completed no earlier than three months prior to starting work)
Please note Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County’s Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf‑blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Washington Relay offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1‑800‑833‑6388) to connect with Washington Relay.
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Salary: $6,257 - $8,322 monthly.
Job Description Thurston County Public Health & Social Services (PHSS) is recruiting for a Community Health Nurse II for our Community Health Division. As a Community Health Nurse II, you will work as part of the Family Intervention Nurse (FIN) program, delivering services to families in Thurston County. You will work in the Parent Child Health Division of Thurston County Public Health & Social Services and will be part of our amazing and diverse Parent Child Health team that provides essential support to families in our communities.
Carrying a caseload of at least 25 active clients, you will be responsible for independently conducting frequent home visits to build strong, supportive partnerships with families in alignment with the goals, objectives, and visit guidelines of the FIN model. You will collaborate with your team to promote family health and well‑being and develop and maintain community relationships that support client referrals.
Essential Functions
Assess physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs of caregivers and their families as they relate to the FIN model
Formulate nursing diagnosis based on nursing assessment and client goals
Assist caregivers and their families in establishing goals and outcomes
Provide education, support, and referral resources to assist caregivers and their families in attaining their targeted goals
Consult and collaborate with other professionals involved in providing services to caregivers and families
Plan home visits and evaluate client progress toward stated goals and program outcomes
Actively engage in professional development to meet all FIN Nurse Home Visitor competency requirements
Meet with the FIN Nurse Supervisor weekly for clinical supervision, utilizing reflective practice in supervisory sessions
Schedule joint home visits with FIN Nurse Supervisor every four months
Attend and participate in bi‑weekly case conferences and bi‑weekly team meetings
Provide information to support staff for timely and accurate data input
Participate in review and analysis of reports for achievements, areas for improvement, and quality improvement efforts
Document appropriately and maintain confidentiality
Perform other work as required or assigned, including, but not limited to, a 24/7 response during public health emergency situations and disease outbreak investigations
Working Conditions
Work Environment – Quiet office setting in Olympia, Washington
Schedule – Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, with the potential option of alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working
Travel Requirements – Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, trainings, and perform home/site visits
Customer Interactions – Daily interactions with Thurston County staff and the public
Who We Are Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is Thurston County’s local health jurisdiction and human services department and is responsible for protecting the health and promoting the well‑being of all people who live, work, and play in Thurston County. We value diversity and strive to foster a sense of belonging, honoring the unique experiences, cultures, skills, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our employees and community. As an agency actively working to address health equity, we aspire for everyone to have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, regardless of their individual circumstances.
What We Offer Our Employees
Work‑Life Balance: We are committed to ensuring that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle
Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre‑tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans for more information
Paid Leave: Full‑time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays
Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County‑paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences
Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working
Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out‑of‑pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre‑tax dollars
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full‑time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you’ll love it here Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year‑round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.
Message to Potential Applicants We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply if they feel they do not meet every single function or skill listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in nursing with coursework in community or public nursing. Completion of a BSN program within six (6) months of hire may be considered
Two (2) years of experience as a community health nurse or relevant experience in a hospital, medical clinic, public health, or related service. Any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work will be considered
Currently licensed as a Washington State Registered Nurse
A valid Washington State Driver’s License or an appropriate accommodation
Desired Skills Respect and Organizational Culture
Create an environment where employees and partners can safely express needs or concerns and where employees can make and correct mistakes
Effectively interact with sensitivity while working with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, and lifestyles
Thrive in a fast‑paced, robust organization maintaining a positive work environment
Communication
Serve the public in a timely, complete, accurate, and professional manner while ensuring that written and verbal communication is clearly understood by others
Maintain cultural competency to support diverse perspectives in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies, programs, and services that affect the health of the community
Strong oral communication for networking and interpersonal relationships
Excellent written communication including the ability to craft correspondence, reports, and articles or web postings with minimal grammatical and syntax errors
Goal Setting and Accomplishment
Use strategic thinking and planning for goal setting and evaluation
Effectively plan, organize, and manage competing priorities and challenges under pressure
Create a sense of mission by articulating and modeling confidentiality, professional values, and ethics with honesty and integrity
Operate with a high degree of flexibility, initiative, attention to detail, and commitment
Delegate and use persuasion and negotiating skills for shared responsibility and acceptance of change
Other Related Recruitment Information Questions about this recruitment? Please contact the hiring team at PHSS_Hiring@co.thurston.wa.us or (360) 867-2569.
This Position Is
Represented by a union
Eligible for benefits
Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Contingent on the ability to pass a criminal background check
Grant funded
Items Requested For Consideration
Application
Resume
Letter of interest
Applicant Disclosure Form (Pursuant to RCW Section 43.43.830) (Supplemental Questions 1-6)
Proof of licenses/certifications: Washington State Nursing License, First Aid, CPR
Proof of immunizations by start date:
Measles/mumps/rubella (MMR)
Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap/TD)
Baseline tuberculosis screening (required of all new employees who are healthcare personnel, work in healthcare areas or who have contact with patients/clients as part of their normal duties; must be completed no earlier than three months prior to starting work)
Please note Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County’s Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf‑blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Washington Relay offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1‑800‑833‑6388) to connect with Washington Relay.
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