APRN

Undertakes the responsibility and authority for the management of public
health nursing activities of the department, including planning, organization, and supervision of
nursing services. Performs related work as required. The Advanced Practice Provider provides
direct patient services in specialized clinical areas within their scope of practice and assumes
responsibility for making independent judgments. The Nurse Practitioner works independently
yet in collaboration with the Medical Director in the provision of health department services.
Prescribes medications or treatments based on established standards of care for a given
specialty. Performs routine vaccinations. Interviews and instructs persons diagnosed with
communicable diseases and their contacts to promote cure and prevent contagion. Instructs
and counsels patients and their families on psychosocial and pathophysiological aspects of their
illness, health maintenance and problems, and prescribed therapeutic regimen. Supervises
individuals and families in the prevention of disease, promotion of health and rehabilitation of
illness.

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities


Knowledge of public health concepts and theory and their relationship to nursing science.
Knowledge of and demonstrated management skills including effective communication, ability to
delegate, resource allocation, and budget preparation. Ability to collaborate effectively with staff,
other health professionals, community members, other agencies, the public, and clients to
facilitate health services delivery. Maintain programmatic, clinical, and laboratory certifications
for the nursing division. Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to understand and work with enterprise wide reporting and financial systems. Ability to
uphold the highest standards and work ethics while keeping information confidential and secure.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor of Sciences degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university
supplemented by successful completion of Nurse Practitioner training.
Possession of a valid license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of
Connecticut. A license to operate a motor vehicle in the state of Connecticut. At least
three years in a supervisory capacity, preferably in a public health setting.