Title: Public Health Nurse Supervisor
State Role Title: RN, II, Nurse Practitioner, Physical Assistant
Hiring Range: 85,307 - 90,318
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: PORTSMOUTH - TW
Agency Website: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/portsmouth
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties:
This position may qualify for exceptional recruitment incentives. Exercises line supervision over multiple registered nurses by training, scheduling, formally evaluating performance, and issuing discipline. Also performs direct nursing service by independently providing professional nursing care to patients in clinics, homes, and schools. Performs nursing assessments, may perform lab tests, take measurements, develop and implement care plans, including the administration of medication and case management. Actions performed at this level require licensure as a RN by state code. Requires licensure as an RN in Virginia or compact state. If a new graduate must obtain RN license within 90 days of the date of hire or subject to termination per the regulations governing the practice of nursing. Requires BLS certification. Requires adherence to all safety policies, including a review of immunizations, driver safety policies, and all other state policies.
VDH Requirements:
VDH requires all Health-Care Personnel (HCP) to provide documentation of immunization or evidence of immunity to the following:
Benefits:
The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement plans, including 401(a) Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, as well as sick, family, and annual leave.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability to effectively supervise staff in the areas of public health nursing and population health • Knowledge of grants, case management, ambulatory clinic services, and agencies/programs that support the underserved and underinsured populations • Knowledge of public and community health principles and of nursing and health care programs • Knowledge of nursing theories related to improving the health of the community • Working knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Considerations:
• Bi-lingual and experience with diverse cultures
Special Instructions:
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
VDH accepts only online applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
Employment Requirements:
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Services Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHS IG Exclusion List check, employment reference check, and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
Veteran Preference:
VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply. As a V3 Virginia Values Veterans employer, VDH offers preference to veterans.
Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.
Contact Information:
Name: TANYA WEAVER Phone: 757-393-8585 Email:
tanya.weaver@vdh.virginia.gov