Public Health Nurse I

Deliver direct patient services including physical exams, immunizations, contraceptive care, and preventive counseling for individuals and families. Lead WIC clinics by preparing screening areas, coordinating schedules, and providing assessments to parents based on screening results. Administer Plan B and Depo-Provera, perform venipunctures for lab tests, and conduct pregnancy tests for walk-in clients while offering counseling and referrals. Manage clinic operations by ordering inventory, calibrating medical equipment daily, maintaining autoclaves, and documenting all services rendered. Respond to client concerns on a walk-in basis and by phone, and participate in public health preparedness, flu clinics, and emergency shelter staffing as needed. Complete the NCCPHN Course within the first year of employment.