Title: Public Health Nurse Supervisor
State Role Title: RN II/Nurse Prct I/Phy Asst/49113
Hiring Range: $82,842 - $88,992.25
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: CRATER HQ
Agency Website: www.vdh.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
This position qualifies for Exceptional Recruitment and Incentive Options. This is a multi-hire position with one position being located in the City of Petersburg and the other being located in the City of Hopewell.
Consider joining Crater Health District as we foster healthy and resilient communities. This is your opportunity to connect and fulfill your passion for nursing through community engagement. Crater Health District is a part of the Virginia Department of Health.
Crater Health District provides a variety of services to the public. Our headquarter office is in Petersburg, approximately 25 miles from Richmond, Virginia and two hours from the beautiful beaches and mountains of Virginia. Crater Health District comprises the Cities of Hopewell, Emporia and Petersburg, as well as the Counties of Sussex, Greensville, Surry, Prince George and Dinwiddie. Will travel within the health district. We are currently seeking two PH Nurse Supervisors. One for the Petersburg office and one for the Hopewell office.
This position is eligible for one (1) day a week telework after successfully completing a 6-month on the job training at the supervisor's discretion. This position will be cross-trained to all clinics such as Sexually Transmitted infection testing and treatment, Family Planning contraceptive education and counseling as per Title X grant, abnormal pap smear follow- up and referral, Immunizations across the life span, low risk prenatal care and Long-Term Screening Services (LTSS) in conjunction with the Department of Social Services to assess for Medicaid/Medicare eligibility. Provide community based holistic care. Required to assist in Public Health Emergencies, as needed.
In this role the incumbent will exercise direct supervision over multiple registered nurses to include, but not limited to, 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. Exercises sound nursing judgment. Performs nursing assessments, may perform lab tests, take measurements, the administration of medication and case management. Actions performed at this level require licensure as a RN by state code. Requires adherence to all safety policies including a review of immunizations, driver safety policies, and all other state policies.
VDH requires all Health-Care Personnel (HCP) to provide documentation of immunization or evidence of immunity to the following: hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella; a one-time dose of tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap) vaccine regardless of the interval since the last dose of tetanus-diphtheria (Td) vaccine was administered (Td or Tdap boosters shall be received every 10 years); and the current year's seasonal influenza vaccination.
This is a full-time position with consistent hours and is eligible for excellent benefits, such as:
• 12 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Sick, family/personal and annual leave and more!
Minimum Qualifications
• Requires licensure as an RN in Virginia or compact state and requires BLS certification.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise staff.
• Experience or ability to review, analyze data and statistics, and produce reports and knowledge of grants.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills to analyze problems, situations and suggest solutions.
• Knowledge of case management, ambulatory clinic services.
• Knowledge of nursing theories related to improving the health of the community.
• Ability to function independently, prioritize and organize work.
• Work effectively as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds.
Additional Considerations
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) and experience with diverse cultures.
• Preferred Public Health experience.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
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 on-line 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 is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG 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.
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. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!
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: CraterHR
Phone: No Phone Inquiries.
Email: CraterHR@vdh.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.