Accepting Applications for Local Health Nurse I through Oct. 28

The Montgomery County Health Department is accepting applications for a full-time Local Health Nurse I.

General Duties include:  This position serves under the direction of the Nurse Supervisor.  Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to; Provide basic entry level nursing care and assessments to the client consistent with the Public Health Practice Reference, Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice.  Establish policies, procedures and licensing laws.  Document services provided to the client according to standards of the Core Clinical Service Guide (CCSG) and Administrative Reference (AR).  Maintain confidentiality and privacy according to guidelines.  Develop and conduct educational counseling and teaching activities for individual clients and families.  Utilize basic awareness of community resources and complete required trainings.

Minimum Education, Training or Experience:  See special requirements.

 Special Requirements:  (Age, Licensure, Regulation, Etc.)  Must have RN license in Kentucky or compact state or provisional license in Kentucky, meeting all requirements of KRS 314.041.

Starting Salary:  $15.51 – $19.36/hr negotiable with additional experience.  Grade 15

Applications may be obtained at the Montgomery County Health Department, 117 Civic Center, Mt. Sterling, KY  40353, 859-498-3808

Completed application and transcript must be returned by close of business 10/28/16 to Montgomery County Health Department.

Resume will not substitute for completed application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants and employees in this classification will be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check.