Public Health Nurse - Kids Plus Program
King County
Pioneer Square, WA
Full-time
Nursing
Posted on March 23, 2023
Salary
$36.65 - $50.07 Hourly
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Part Time, Std Wkly Hrs Vary
Department
DPH - Public Health
Job Number
2023AMC18462
Division
Community Health Services
Closing
4/4/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
Kids Plus is a multidisciplinary team of nurses and social workers, partnering with families and community providers to address the health and social needs of children and families experiencing homelessness. Our team specializes in medical case management, while working to address the many complex needs and barriers that impact the health and well-being of children. This PHN is client-centered and meets families where they are to support each family's goals for well-being and stability. This PHN coordinates care, offers health education and screening, connects families to community resources and offers support to decrease the stress of living homeless for the entire family. This PHN also participates in community groups, coalitions, and advisory committees to strengthen the network of services available to families experiencing homelessness.
Commitment to Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx
Job Duties
Requirements:
Desired:
WHO MAY APPLY: These positions are open to all minimally qualified applicants which includes new graduates and re-entry nurses. This posting will be used to fill all needs.
WORK SCHEDULE: Initially, this 1.0 fte, fully-benefited position will work Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Following successful completion of the probationary period, there is the opportunity to request an alternative work schedule and is based on operational needs. May work outside typical days/hours to meet operational needs. This position is overtime eligible and will be used to fill all needs.
Interviews for this position will be conducted April 10-11, 2023.
WORK LOCATION: The position is based out of our Downtown Public Health Center 2124 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 but will require travel across Seattle-King County.
CONTACT: For more information, contact Amy M. Curtis, BSN, RN, Healthcare Recruitment Manager at amy.curtis@kingcounty.gov
Supplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement:
If you are the successful candidate for the position(s), as a condition of your employment, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work in the medical clinic(s) outlined in this job posting prior to your start date. To ensure this condition is met, prior to your start date, the county will send you a conditional offer letter requesting you to provide proof of vaccination or have an approved request for medical or religious exemption and an approved accommodation. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$36.65 - $50.07 Hourly
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Part Time, Std Wkly Hrs Vary
Department
DPH - Public Health
Job Number
2023AMC18462
Division
Community Health Services
Closing
4/4/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
Kids Plus is a multidisciplinary team of nurses and social workers, partnering with families and community providers to address the health and social needs of children and families experiencing homelessness. Our team specializes in medical case management, while working to address the many complex needs and barriers that impact the health and well-being of children. This PHN is client-centered and meets families where they are to support each family's goals for well-being and stability. This PHN coordinates care, offers health education and screening, connects families to community resources and offers support to decrease the stress of living homeless for the entire family. This PHN also participates in community groups, coalitions, and advisory committees to strengthen the network of services available to families experiencing homelessness.
Commitment to Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx
Job Duties
- Kids Plus serves families and their children who are experiencing homelessness (living on the street, in their car, in a shelter, or in transitional housing) in their community. PHN must be comfortable working in these environments.
- Provide client centered care to people from diverse backgrounds who frequently have a history of trauma.
- Work as a member of a multidisciplinary team of social workers and PHNs.
- Provide client-centered services to families through both outreach and/or case management models.
- Provide medical case management: care coordination, linkage and referral, chronic disease management, developmental screening, and referrals.
- Determine program eligibility and provide client-centered education, interventions, support, and referrals remotely (phone/video) and in office settings, client homes, and other community locations.
- Document client information and services and manage appointment schedules in various electronic health records, including EPIC
- Participate in quality assurance activities to meet regulations, policies, and procedures.
- May provide birth control and pregnancy options counseling.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
- Active and unencumbered credential in Washington State
- Washington State Drivers' License or the ability to provide transportation to work.
- Current BLS-CPR for Healthcare Providers
- Willing to provide options counseling
- Letter of interest describing why you want to work with this community
Desired:
- Bilingual and/or bicultural
- Relatable lived experience
- Experience working in partnership with families, especially families who have experienced homelessness, impacts of systemic racism, trauma
- Experience working on a multidisciplinary team with evidence of effective collaboration skills
- Skilled in motivational interviewing and/or de-escalation
- Able to provide care through a lens of harm reduction, trauma informed care and equity & social justice.
- Able to be flexible and creative
WHO MAY APPLY: These positions are open to all minimally qualified applicants which includes new graduates and re-entry nurses. This posting will be used to fill all needs.
WORK SCHEDULE: Initially, this 1.0 fte, fully-benefited position will work Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Following successful completion of the probationary period, there is the opportunity to request an alternative work schedule and is based on operational needs. May work outside typical days/hours to meet operational needs. This position is overtime eligible and will be used to fill all needs.
Interviews for this position will be conducted April 10-11, 2023.
WORK LOCATION: The position is based out of our Downtown Public Health Center 2124 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 but will require travel across Seattle-King County.
CONTACT: For more information, contact Amy M. Curtis, BSN, RN, Healthcare Recruitment Manager at amy.curtis@kingcounty.gov
Supplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement:
If you are the successful candidate for the position(s), as a condition of your employment, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work in the medical clinic(s) outlined in this job posting prior to your start date. To ensure this condition is met, prior to your start date, the county will send you a conditional offer letter requesting you to provide proof of vaccination or have an approved request for medical or religious exemption and an approved accommodation. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.