Public Health Nurse I - Limited Service

Job Requisition #55534 – Limited Service position open to all State employees and external applicants.

About the Role

The Public Health Nurse serves as the local immunization expert and resource for medical practices, schools, childcare providers, and the public in the Newport District Office. This position focuses on conducting quality improvement visits to healthcare providers enrolled in the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program, training them in immunization best practices, and collaborating to increase vaccine coverage rates. Additional duties include oversight of the local district office vaccine program—including vaccine ordering, management, and administration—leading office and community vaccination clinics for individuals with limited access to care, and working with colleagues and community partners to identify and address immunization gaps and disparities.

About the Division of Local Health

The Division of Local Health works to preserve and improve equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions necessary to attain the highest level of health and well-being for all Vermonters. The division is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment that respects and celebrates every person’s strengths, assets, and values. It leads organizational change efforts to address avoidable inequities and injustices while working toward the elimination of health and healthcare disparities.

Work Environment

The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment combining in-person and remote work. Employees collaborate with supervisors to create a schedule aligning with unit business needs and State of Vermont policy, promoting autonomy, flexibility, and work/life balance.

Mission, Vision, and Values

Mission: Promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of people in Vermont by advancing equity, protecting against disease and injury, and preparing for health emergencies.

Vision: All people and communities in Vermont have equitable opportunities to achieve their highest level of health and well-being.

Values:

• Equity: Center health justice and address racism and all forms of oppression in programs, policies, collaboration, and workforce development.
• Collaboration: Engage with staff and partners to understand complex problems and design responsive solutions.
• Inclusion: Support a culture of belonging and diversity where people are valued, trusted, and able to be their authentic selves.
• Harmony: Endorse a balanced, thoughtful, and intentional work environment that allows employees to care for themselves, their families, and the people they serve.
• Data: Strive for scientific excellence and cultural responsiveness in the collection, analysis, sharing, and use of data.

Environmental Factors

• Duties primarily performed in a standard office setting; may also occur in clinic settings and client homes.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and other stressful situations may occur.
• Private means of transportation required.
• May require working evenings, weekends, and 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in nursing and two (2) or more years of professional nursing experience.
• OR Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• OR College senior in the final semester of a bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) program (graduation must occur prior to hire; continued employment contingent on passing the Nursing Licensure Exam (NCLEX)).
• Possession of, or eligibility for, licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Vermont or eligibility to practice in Vermont via a multi-state license.
• Must maintain Vermont licensure or multi-state license as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Background Checks

Candidates must pass applicable background investigations, including Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, DMV checks, and adult and child abuse registry checks, as required for the position.

Benefits

The State’s total compensation package includes benefits worth about 30% of total compensation, such as:

• 80% State-paid medical premium and dental plan at no cost for employees and their families.
• Work/life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan.
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI).
• Two retirement savings options: a State-defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.
• Low-cost group life insurance.
• Incentive-based Wellness Program.
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.