Community Health Nurse

About the role

As a Community Health Nurse with the Department of Health, you will guide programs that protect residents and strengthen local health systems in Berks County, Pennsylvania. The position involves connecting with partners, providing direct services, and supporting initiatives that promote wellness, education, and safety across the community.

Responsibilities

• Community Assessment: Review county health data to identify needs and guide public health activities.
• Program Development: Create initiatives based on protocols, guidelines, and community priorities.
• Health Monitoring: Track communicable diseases and enter data into state health systems.
• Public Education: Provide information on health topics to support community awareness.
• Outreach Services: Offer case management and support to individuals and targeted groups.
• Clinical Care: Deliver immunizations and conduct disease‑related specimen collection according to guidelines.

Schedule

• Full‑time employment, 37.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• Occasional statewide travel and irregular or flexible work hours, including overnights, weekends, and holidays, as required by policy.
• No telework option.

Qualifications

• Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania; any temporary practice permit must be converted to a full RN license within one year.
• Must meet Pennsylvania residency requirements.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• Successful completion of a background investigation, including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.
• Compliance with the Child Protective Services Law.