Public Health Nurse-Preventive Health

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this classification is to care for patients in the Preventive Health Clinic.

• Assesses need for and administer immunizations for all ages per PHN protocol
• Conducts client physical assessments per PHN protocol noting normal and deviations from normal
• Provide client education and counseling, identify resources, and refer as indicated
• Issue or administers medications to patients per PHN protocol or as prescribed by provider
• Monitor clinic medication supply, and storage conditions as directed
• Checks lab reports for abnormalities and informs appropriate medical professional in charge; files lab reports appropriately, clinic process
• Reviews lab results and follows up accordingly per clinic process
• Conduct point-of-care testing as indicated per PHN protocol
• Obtains lab specimens through venipuncture, urine collection, and compartment swabs, and/or other methods as directed
• Process and package lab specimens for shipping per Tennessee Department of Health lab manual
• Assist physician or Nurse Practitioner as required with patient visits
• Instruct patients regarding special tests ordered by providers; distribute pamphlets detailing medical tests and procedures.
  ** WH/TIC/COE
• Performs nursing field visits as necessary, may include home visiting
• Prepare, maintain, and restock exam space and equipment per infection control guidelines and standard nursing practice

• Attends clinical education, staff meetings, and in-service as required and completes other mandatory training courses
• Ensure regular, punctual attendance during scheduled work hours
• Respond to and report immediately if called upon by local, regional or central office supervisors, as part of a coordinated emergency response by the Knox County Mayor’s Office
• Perform other duties as required or assigned

• Associate’s degree in nursing with one year of previous medical facility experience
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered for employment into the position
• Current and unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the state of Tennessee
• Must be able to perform and interpret certain lab tests
• May be required to maintain a valid Tennessee Driver’s license depending on work assignment
• Must have reliable transportation

• Maintains basic life support CPR Certification
• Knowledge of and ability to work within the nursing scope of practice and adhere to PHN protocols
• Communicate in writing and orally with linguistic and cultural competency
• Must be proficient in Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite products
• Proficiency in the use of PCs, tablets, smartphones, and other electronic devices
• Ability to focus and demonstrate great attention to detail
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
• Ability to perform in a position of significant complexity

• This position requires occasional moderate effort or frequent periods of light physical activity (20-50lbs).
• Failure to follow standard precautions may result in increased risk of exposure to communicable diseases.

Knox County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Knox County Government may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.