Registered Nurse (RN) - Infusion
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
Houston, TX

Public Health Nurse IV: Nursing Services: Staff Development and Employee Health

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED  PN: 33866 Division: Public Health Branch  Section: Nursing Services  Location: 8000 N Stadium Dr. Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm, Must be able to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends * Subject to change*  DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  The Houston Health Department is actively searching for a skilled individual to perform the following essential functions as a Public Health Nurse IV.  * Shares responsibility with other nursing staff members in the planning, coordination, and evaluation of the various public health nursing programs. * Educates the community regarding public health services; may instruct specialized preventive health courses. * Develops and conducts lectures and demonstrations on new techniques for nurses in public or private clinics. * Participates in the orientation, training, and guidance of new employees and nursing students. * Reviews, evaluates, and develops public health care/nursing services for utilization within health center or community settings. * Assists with developing clinical and administrative procedures and policies. * Conducts and participates in Quality Assurance initiatives and auditing processes. * Performs assessments and specimen collection; administers/distributes medications to clients per established protocols; and consults with advanced licensed medical professionals to determine most appropriate plan of care. * Verifies, reviews, and enters patient medical history and documents on patients' diseases, operations, immunizations, and any other information to coordinate the plan of care for clients. * May handle special projects as directed. * Program implementation, management, and supervisory responsibilities, including responsibility for clinical services, home visiting, community-based and population-focused programs. * Performs public health emergency response duties as assigned and consistent with job classification and training provided, in response to threats to the public's health.  WORKING CONDITIONS  The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires graduation from an accredited school of nursing.  A Bachelor of Science degree in nursing is preferred.   EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Four (4) years of nursing practice or experience as a medical professional in a clinic or hospital setting are required. A Master of Science degree in Nursing, a license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas, in addition to (1) one year of nursing experience, may be substituted for the experience requirement. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Texas. CPR certification is required. RN License and CPR certification must be maintained and current for continued employment.Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. Bilingual (English/Spanish), the ability to speak, read, and write fluently in English and Spanish * Working knowledge of quality management and quality improvement methodologies * Excellent written, oral, presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills * Ability to handle and prioritize multiple, diverse assignments. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and other basic email and web software Staff Development and Onboarding in addition to regular PHN4 duties : * Plan, organize monthly staff development meetings * Create orientation plan for new hires * Submit new hire request to IT * Update onboarding/orientation binders * Organize didactic and clinical training * Facilitate completion of required new hire COH/HHD trainings * Update job specific orientation plans and competency checklists * Develop and coordinate annual staff competency training and check off * Evaluate progress of new hires and identify areas of improvement Employee Health PHN4: * Provide daily oversight of the Employee Health Office; * Perform QA assessments; * Conduct chart audits * Maintain vaccine supply and inventories; process labs; data entry * Phlebotomy experience; quality control experience. * Leadership experience; experience with Microsoft Office products * Participates in monthly Safety Committee meetings * Coordinate annual/bi-annual surveillance (TB Assessment/Fit Test) with specified depts (WIC, TBC, HHD Lab, Health Center, etc.) * F/u non-compliant employees * Assess Employee Health Policies for updates/revision SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None   SAFETY IMPACT POSITION:  Yes If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing, and if the candidate is promoted into this position, he/she must pass an assigned drug test.   SALARY INFORMATION     GENERAL FUND POSITION  Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.* HRSA LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM  The Health Resources and Services Administration's (HRSA), Bureau of Health Workforce (BHW) has opened loan repayment and scholarship application cycles for health professionals as an incentive for choosing to work for the City of Houston Health Department.   * This site is eligible for APRN/RN Loan Repayment Program     Pay Grade 22   APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.  To view your detailed application status, please log in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-4885.   If you need special services or accommodations, 832-393-4885 (TTY 7-1-1).   If you need login assistance or technical support, call 855-524-5627.   Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.   All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.   EOE Equal Opportunity Employer  The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.