Job description

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Health Systems Development Deputy Director, the position is responsible for planning, providing leadership, and evaluating public health nursing activities, as well as providing community health representative education for CRIHB member Tribal Health Programs (THPs). The incumbent will develop and implement a customized culturally competent outreach service plan to Indian communities and provide education and orientation of nursing personnel. The Registered Nurse will also be responsible for undertaking and completing special projects developed by the Executive Leadership.
This position will respond to inquiries for information and education on public health issues. The incumbent will spend a percentage of time working on disease prevention projects, such as immunization campaigns. The Registered Nurse is responsible for high priority clinic and public health initiatives such as the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, training on infection control, assisting THPs with developing policies and procedures, infectious disease response, and promoting workforce development initiatives for health educators, community health workers, and medical assistants in Tribal communities.

Essential Functions:
1. Responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating public health nursing activities. Services include but are not limited to providing technical assistance and training for effective community- based nursing and developing and utilizing educational materials in teaching and demonstrating nursing activities, community health representative services, and other health-related activities.

2. Conducts surveys and analyses to determine the adequacy of community-based nursing materials and conduct program reviews and evaluation upon request of the THP.

3. Engages and facilitates coalition-building across public sectors and improves relationships with local, state, and federal entities and agencies.

4. Responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating a community health representative program. Services include but are not limited to planning training and conferences for Community Health Representatives associated with CRIHB member THPs. Training may take place on-site or at a collective gathering.

5. Assists community members and health field personnel to assess, plan for, and provide needed health and related services.

6. Participates in programs to safeguard the health of children, including child health conferences, school health, group instruction for parents, and immunization programs.

7. Assists in the preparation of proposals, special studies, and research programs. Advises and assists nursing personnel on nursing education matters related to staff development, student nursing programs, and training sponsored by Tribes or other agencies. Responsible for ensuring the provision and availability of continuing education units for THP nursing staff.

8. Assists nursing personnel in clinic workflow, policy, and procedures, and quality assurance program development.

9. Manages special projects as assigned.

10. Regular and predictable attendance.

11. Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Maintain a valid, unrestricted California Driver’s license and ability to be insurable under CRIHB’s automobile insurance. If the employee has a valid license from another state, he/she must obtain a CA license within two months of hiring date.

2. Position requires occasional overnight travel within CRIHB’s service area.

3. Requires ability to drive up to 7 hours a day.

Qualifications:

1. Registered Nurse or Bachelors of Science in Nursing or Bachelors of Science in Nursing with a Public Health Nurse certificate.

2. A minimum of two years of experience in developing and implementing public health programs based on community need.

3. Strong writing skills and public speaking abilities.

4. Experience in developing and providing adult education and professional training.

5. An awareness and appreciation of American Indian culture and communities.

6. Valid RN License.

This position requires an awareness and keen appreciation of American Indian traditions, customs and socioeconomic needs and the ability at all times to meet and deal effectively in contacts with Indian organizations which requires tact, courtesy, discretion, resourcefulness, and good judgment in handling functions of a sensitive nature.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified American Indians in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Sections 472 and 473). Applicants claiming Indian Preference must submit Indian verification, certified by Tribe of affiliation or other acceptable documentation of Indian heritage.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $72,319.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Travel reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 Safety Precautions

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Roseville, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a minimum of two years of experience in developing and implementing public health programs based on community need?
• Are you claiming Indian preference?

Preference in hiring is given to qualified American Indians in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Sections 472 and 473). Applicants claiming Indian Preference must submit Indian verification, certified by Tribe of affiliation or other acceptable documentation of Indian heritage.
Preference in hiring is given to qualified American Indians in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Sections 472 and 473). Applicants claiming Indian Preference must submit Indian verification, certified by Tribe of affiliation or other acceptable documentation of Indian heritage.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Public health nursing: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN Liscense (Required)

Work Location: One location

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