Public Health Nurse

The Vermont Department of Health's Newport Local Health Office is seeking a collaborative and community-focused Public Health Nurse to serve as the Family & Child Health Coordinator and School Liaison Nurse. This dual role supports healthier outcomes for children, adolescents, and families through prevention-focused public health work centered on collaboration, health equity, and community engagement. The Family & Child Health Coordinator works with community partners, schools, healthcare providers, and organizations to improve care coordination, reduce health disparities, and strengthen systems that support maternal and child health.

The School Liaison Nurse supports healthy school environments by collaborating with school personnel, healthcare providers, and community organizations to address students' physical, emotional, social, and mental health needs. Public health nurses in this role promote systems-level improvements that encourage lifelong healthy behaviors and improve educational and health outcomes for Vermont youth. All Health Department staff also participate in emergency preparedness and response activities, requiring flexibility, teamwork, and the ability to respond to emerging public health needs.

Duties primarily performed in a standard office setting. Work may be performed in clinic settings and possibly client homes. Exposure to communicable diseases and other stressful situations may occur. Private means of transportation is required. May be required to work evenings, weekends and 12 hour shifts.

Telework

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 which combines both in person and remote work. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit and complies with State of Vermont policy. We believe a hybrid work environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and greater work/life balance.

This position, Public Health Nurse I (Job Requisition #55054), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Level I:
Job Requisition #55054

Level II:
Job Requisition #55119

Associate's degree in nursing AND two (2) years or more of professional nursing experience.

OR

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

OR

College senior in the final semester of a bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) program. (Graduation from the BSN program must occur prior to hire and continued employment will be contingent on the employee passing the Nursing Licensure Exam (NCLEX).

Possession of, or eligibility for, licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Vermont or eligible to practice in the state of Vermont via a multi-state license.

NOTE:

Must maintain Vermont licensure or multi-state license as a Registered Nurse as a condition of employment.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.

The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.