What You'll Be Doing

We are currently seeking a Public Health Nurse to provide nursing care to women who come to the Women's Health Clinic at Wake County Health and Human Services. We specialize in helping women reach their goals, whether through care that helps them stay or become healthy, family planning methods to achieve their reproductive life plan, or social work, primary care, or specialty referral. The successful candidate will be skilled in working with a diverse population of patients, and enjoy providing excellent services in a busy clinic setting.

This position will provide the following services:

• Family planning education, Advocate planned pregnancies, Provide health promotion and disease prevention services
• Interview and assess clients
• Document visits in the Electronic Medical Record per protocol
• Assess and administer immunizations as needed
• Perform urine pregnancy testing
• Assist health providers with examinations and procedures
• Conduct medical interventions as ordered by physician
• Provide educational materials and information pertinent to client visit
• Make referrals to intradepartmental and community resources such as Prenatal Clinic, WIC, social worker, nutritionist, Domestic Violence services
• Medicaid and Community providers
• Assist with supervision of CNA and CMA, and serve as preceptor to Nursing Students and volunteers

NOTE: Upon acceptance of employment you acknowledge that (i) if you work in the Health Clinics and Public Health Division, influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law, (ii) actively supports and participates in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours.

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

About Our Team

Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing
• No specific experience required
• Eligibility for licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse as issued by the North Carolina Board of Nursing
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• 6 months experience as a nurse strongly preferred
• Four year Bachelor's degree in nursing strongly preferred (BSN)
• Women's Health experience preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• RN License in NC
• CPR certified

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Communication
• Initiative
• Adaptability
• Use of technology and the ability to work as part of a team are crucial to the nurse in the Women's Health Clinic

About This Position

Location: HSC Sunnybrook Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:15am-5:15pm

Hiring Range: 28.92-39.04

Market Range: 28.92 - 49.16

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 4/18/2025

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

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