Director of Public Health Nursing

The Napa Valley

Internationally known for its fine wines, exciting restaurants and world-class resorts, is home to approximately 135,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural and open space heritage.

Located in the heart of California’s preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities.

The Napa Valley’s strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities. From the shores of Lake Berryessa and the peak of Mount Saint Helena to the Calistoga natural springs and the redwood forests of the Mayacamas Mountains, Napa County is a rural, scenic and historically-rich community. Home to the Napa Valley Film Festival, Bottlerock, the Fortinet Pro Golf Tournament, and Auction Napa Valley, Napa County offers many activities to its residents and visitors including fine dining, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and wine tasting, among many others.

Napa County as an Employer

Napa County is a highly respected employer within the local community as well as throughout the region. We offer rewarding and challenging work, competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and tremendous opportunities for career growth. At Napa County, we truly value our employees and are committed to diversity in our family-oriented environment.

The Position

The Director of Public Health Nursing is the face of public health nursing in the county and is responsible for public health policy development and community health planning. They will serve as a consultant and advisor on public health nursing matters. Essential duties of this role include: management of various public health Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) programs such as Nurse-Family Partnership, providing nursing leadership, evaluating nursing programs based on community needs, and implementing plans for professional development of nursing personnel. Successful candidates will have a passion for public health and serving others, along with the technical skills and knowledge this high-level position requires.

An ideal candidate will understand the principles and practices of public health nursing program development and administration. Having knowledge of public health home visiting programs, nursing theory, clinical health care fundamentals, and maternal child and adolescent health programs, along with other aspects of public health will be vital to this role. The Director of Public Health Nursing will be responsible for overseeing a wide range of projects, public health efforts, and county-wide initiatives. This individual will also provide nursing clinical oversight for the county immunization programs including Vaccines for Children, and work closely with nurses and other public health professionals across programs such as Communicable Diseases Control, California Childrens Services and Women Infants and Children. Improving the development and use of public and private community resources to address community health needs is just one of many ways this individual will help residents of Napa County live healthier lives.

To review the full recruitment brochure, click link below:

Director of Public Health Nursing Brochure

HOW TO APPLY

This position is open until filled.

For first consideration please apply ASAP, as we will conduct interviews with qualified candidates as they apply for the position.

Submit Cover Letter and Resume to:

Craig W. Southerland

Public Service Search

csoutherland@publicservicesearch.com

(619) 393-9508

Napa County is an equal employment opportunity employer.

MANAGEMENT CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE BENEFITS INFORMATION

SALARY -
Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO -
Click here for additional benefits information forManagement ClassifiedEmployees:
https://www.countyofnapa.org/DocumentCenter/View/25879/Benefits-Summary---Management-Classified-Employees

THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONS

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

PHYSICAL STANDARDS -
Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination.

FINGERPRINTING -
All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Continuous

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