Part Time Public Health Nurse II- Children's Village

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents. When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service.

Pay

$30.22-$38.13/hr

Schedule

Part time, on-site, averaging up to 32 hours per week

About the role

Oakland County Health Department is searching for a skilled and flexible Registered Nurse who can work part time to support the medical needs of the residents of Children’s Village. The position will provide medical services across child and adolescent residents with a caring and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on nursing care to juvenile residents at Children’s Village, supporting their health, safety, and overall well-being.
• Conduct health assessments, monitor patient conditions, and report any changes or reactions to medications or treatments.
• Document observations in patient records, prepare residents for physical examinations, and assist with exams as needed.
• Respond to emergency situations and travel between campus buildings.
• Participate in programs of instruction and services within the County such as child health clinics, immunizations, tuberculosis and venereal disease control, family planning, Medicaid, and other services at Health Department Clinics and at various outreach sites.
• Provide observation and/or role modeling for baccalaureate nursing students and other allied health professionals.
• Provide professional nursing consultation services for interested groups and individuals such as County area teachers and parents regarding child health care.
• Promote health of individuals, families, and the community through teaching, counseling, and appropriate preventive, therapeutic, and rehabilitative measures, using a high degree of initiative.
• Engage in health education group activities by planning, developing, participating in, and teaching community and professional groups.
• Identify individuals with physical or emotional illness and/or disabilities through observation and professional assessment and assist them through referrals and securing appropriate health care.
• Provide demonstrations and teach nursing care which will be given by others; assume responsibility for working with other nursing personnel in assessment of nursing needs of individuals and families using problem-solving techniques in the development of nursing care plans; collaborate with physicians and dentists related to diagnostic procedures and treatment protocols.
• Provide patient care through planning and sharing information with other health and social agencies as needed and when appropriate.
• Assess and evaluate patient care needs of the aging population through home assessments, education, and community agency collaboration.
• Provide nursing services at public health clinics, and in public and private schools, preschools, day care centers, business sites, homes, and community centers.
• Utilize current Countywide and/or department-specific software to complete assignments.

Requirements

• Be licensed by the Michigan Board of Nursing to practice as a registered professional nurse in the State of Michigan.
• Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical established for this classification.
• Successfully complete the six (6) month probationary period.
• Submit to immunizations as required by the Health Division and to tuberculin skin tests or chest X-rays at County expense.
• Maintain current registration with the State of Michigan Board of Nursing.

Applicants who are eligible to be licensed by the State of Michigan and who meet the other requirements listed above may take this examination but will not be eligible for appointment until they have been licensed by or possess a valid permit from the Michigan Board of Nursing.

Applicants possessing transcripts from a college or university outside of the United States will be required to provide documentation of degree equivalency from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://naces.org/members.html). The degree evaluation will be required for application processing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Knowledge of modern principles, methods, materials, practices, and specialized terminology of public health professional nursing service.
• Ability to apply the principles, practices, and techniques of professional nursing to the functioning of Health Department Clinics and services programs offered to schools, nursing homes, day care centers, individual homes, or other settings.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Health Division professional and support staff, and the public.
• Ability to cope with difficult and/or emergency situations requiring immediate decisions in accordance with Health Division policies and procedures.
• Ability to compile pertinent information and prepare and present oral or written technical reports to supervisors, staff, and the public.
• Ability to exercise mature judgment and initiative in analyzing problems and recommending solutions.

Skills

• Ability to communicate to accurately convey information.
• Ability to use and operate medical office equipment and supplies.

Benefits

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit: https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a typical medical clinic environment as well as in patient homes, and educational or institutional settings.