Public Health Nurse

Overview

The Public Health Nurse is responsible for infectious disease epidemiology and improving vaccination rates in Rutland County. Epidemiology duties include conducting contact tracing interviews, working with community partners in the reporting and surveillance of infectious diseases, and providing public health recommendations to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. In the management of some infectious diseases, the Public Health Nurse may be asked to perform in‑person case management and Directly Observed Therapy.

Immunization duties include training healthcare providers enrolled in the Vaccines for Children and Vaccines for Adults programs in immunization best practices, supporting providers in the use of the Vermont Immunization Registry, and working with practices to increase vaccine coverage rates. The Public Health Nurse will also provide support to schools and childcare facilities regarding vaccination requirements and vaccine‑preventable illnesses, organize and conduct vaccination clinics, and handle vaccine ordering and administration.

The role requires equitable, linguistically, and culturally appropriate care for all Vermonters and may involve support during public health emergencies. Extended workday or weekend hours may be required.

The Division of Local Health works to preserve and improve the 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 and values, and to leading organizational change that addresses avoidable inequities and injustices.

State of Vermont telework policy requires at least three days a week working in the office. The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment that combines in‑person and remote work. Upon hire employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with business needs and complies with State policy.

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.

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

• Equity:
  We aim to center health justice and address racism and all forms of oppression in our programs and policies, our approach to collaboration, and how we build and nurture our workforce.
• Collaboration:
  
  We engage with staff and partners to understand complex problems and design responsive solutions.
• Inclusion:
  We support a culture of belonging and diversity where people are valued, trusted, and able to be their authentic selves.
• Harmony:
  We endorse a balanced, thoughtful, and intentional work environment that allows employees to care for themselves, their families, and the people they serve.
• Data:
  We strive for scientific excellence and cultural responsiveness in the collection, analysis, sharing, and use of data.

This position,
Public Health Nurse I (Job Requisition #54450), is open to all state employees and external applicants. Positions are being recruited at multiple levels; if you wish to be considered for more than one level you must apply to the specific job requisition.

• Public Health Nurse I: 54450
• Public Health Nurse II: 54434

For more information, please contact Jennifer Wedin in. Resumes will not be accepted via e‑mail; all applications must be submitted online.

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position, will be conducted on candidates, except for current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion, or demotion into an AHS classified position or persons exercising re‑employment (RIF) rights.

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