Public Health Nurse

Public Health Nurse

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Health & Human Services 319 N Graham Hopedale Road, Burlington, Alamance County, NC

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

202500311

Department

Health Department

Opening Date

06/18/2026

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Job Purpose

Public Health Nurse - Make a Measurable Impact in Your Community

Alamance County is seeking a motivated Public Health Nurse to join our clinical team and deliver essential care that strengthens the health of our entire community. This full-time (40 hrs/week) position provides primary and preventive services across multiple programs, including immunizations, communicable disease, TB, family planning, pregnancy testing, STD/HIV, well child health, maternity, and public health preparedness.

We're looking for a dedicated nurse who's ready to serve, grow, and make a difference.

Recruitment remains open until the ideal candidate is selected.

What We Offer

• Meaningful, mission-driven work
• Diverse clinical experience across key public health programs
• Continuing education allowance to support your ongoing professional development

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing assessments, interventions, and follow-up care in line with program policies and standing orders.
• Use independent clinical judgment to conduct screenings, build care plans, and make informed nursing decisions.
• Educate, counsel, and empower patients to make informed health choices.
• Obtain informed consent and ensure patients understand their treatment plans.
• Order labs under standing orders and provider directives to support accurate diagnosis and care.
• Provide follow-up, counseling, and referrals for abnormal clinical findings.
• Administer or dispense medications, including STD treatments and all FDA-approved birth control methods, in compliance with provider orders and NC Board of Pharmacy rules.
• Deliver immunizations in accordance with North Carolina state laws.
• Evaluate patient progress, monitor outcomes, and adjust care as needed.
• Ensure high-quality, accurate documentation in the EMR and required state systems (such as NCIR and NC EDSS).
• Provide follow-up for missed appointments and complete required reports.
• Conduct home visits when needed to ensure continuity of care.
• Assist patients in navigating appointments and services.
• Collaborate seamlessly with providers, internal teams, and community partners.
• Participate in ongoing training, department meetings, and professional development.
• Support community outreach efforts, including health fairs, communicable disease response, mass vaccination clinics, testing events, and emergency shelter staffing.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current and active registered nurse (RN) license in North Carolina, issued by the N.C. Board of Nursing.
• Valid driver's license and ability to conduct home visits as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish, with the ability to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking patients and families.
• Previous experience in public health, community health, or outpatient clinical settings.
• Experience with immunizations, communicable disease management, family planning, or STD/HIV services.
• Familiarity with state electronic systems such as NCIR and NC EDSS.
• Training or experience in emergency preparedness, mass vaccination clinics, or outbreak response.
• Strong interest in health education and community outreach.

Emergency Response Requirement

• This position, like all roles within the department, requires participation in emergency response activities as assigned by the health director or their designee.
• Availability during public health emergencies, drills, and preparedness exercises is expected.
• Responsibilities may include staffing emergency shelters and supporting response operations as needed.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and independent decision-making abilities.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced clinic environments and adapt quickly to changing customer needs.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to educate, counsel, and engage patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Clear and concise written communication skills for accurate documentation and reporting.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and clinical documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and community partners.
• High level of accountability and responsibility in all aspects of customer care.
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail in clinical tasks and documentation.
• Compassionate approach to patient care, demonstrating empathy, respect, and professionalism.
• Unwavering honesty, integrity, and commitment to confidentiality and ethical conduct.
• Sound judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines.
• Safety-minded approach to creating a secure environment for customers, staff, and the community.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to contribute positively toward shared goals and outcomes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)

F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)

C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)

Physical Demands

Stand F

Walk F

Sit F

Manually Manipulate C

Reach Outward F

Reach Above Shoulder O

Climb O

Crawl O

Squat or Kneel O

Bend O

Hear F

Speech F

Taste N

Lift/Carry

10 lbs. or less O

11-20 lbs. O

21-50 lbs. O

51-100 lbs. O

Over 100 lbs. N

Push/Pull

12 lbs. or less F

13-25 lbs. O

26-40 lbs. O

41-100 lbs. O

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)

Health Insurance - Full-time employees are eligible for medical/health (Cigna Insurance) benefits upon the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.

Alamance County Government currently offers three plans of medical/pharmacy benefit options including 2 Standard PPO plans and a High-Deductible Health Plan with HSA.

Dental Benefit - Alamance County offers one dental insurance (Delta Dental) plan for FT employees at no cost. The plan, if elected, would be effective the first of the month following 30 days of FT employment.

Vision Insurance - A voluntary vision program (Superior Vision) is available to FT employees. The current PPO style plan allows employees to seek treatment and hardware from any vision care provider of their choice. The plan, if elected, would be effective the first of the month following 30 days of FT employment. Coverage must be elected within your first 30 days of FT employment or upon a qualifying event.

Voluntary Benefits: Alamance County Government provides a variety of voluntary health related benefits (Voya) to allow employees to purchase protection from what life may bring. A sampling of voluntary benefits includes Flexible Spending Accounts with dependent care opportunities, Health Saving Account with an employer contribution, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Cancer Protection Plan, Group Critical Care Insurance and more.

Life Insurance - Basic term life insurance is the amount of one times the annual salary (no greater than $70,000) is provided for all FT employees. Additional coverage is available for purchase through payroll deductions for employee and eligible dependents.

Retirement Benefits - Membership in the NC Local Government Employees Retirement System (NCLGERS) is a requirement for all full-time and regular part-time employees (working more than 1,000 hours annually). Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed.

Time Off Accruals:

Vacation Time - Annual Leave is accrued based on years of service. Employees can accrue from 10-25 days per year.

Sick Time - All County full time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year.

County Observed Holidays - Alamance County will observe the State of North Carolina Holiday Schedule.

Wellness Benefits & Programming:

Employee Assistance Program: There are times when everyone needs a little help or advice. The confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through a local provider can help you with things like stress, anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, relationship issues, legal issues, parenting questions, financial counseling and dependent care resources. Best of all its free for County employees and available for your household to utilize. Utilization of the EAP is completely confidential and participation isnt recorded.

Help is available 24/7/365 by telephone.

Alamance County Employee Health Center: Available to employees and spouses who are covered under the Alamance County Insurance Plan and their covered dependents, 18 years of age and older. Retired employees under age 65 are also eligible to use the health center. Depending on insurance coverage elected, care at the clinic ranges from free to a fair market value cost.

Services Available:

Treatment of injuries or illnesses such as flu, sinus Infection, pink eye, sprains, strains or fever.

Monitor chronic conditions (Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Health Disease, Asthma, etc...)

Assistance with finding a Primary Care Provider

Health Education and Counseling

Triage and referrals to specialists when appropriate.

Alamance County provides a variety of additional benefits including bereavement pay, Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Leave to focus on work-life balance initiatives, Volunteer Time Off (paid time) opportunities to be a part of the Alamance Community, to opportunities for professional certification pay.

Employee Fitness Center:

Alamance County encourages all employees to maintain a healthy lifestyle both at home and at work. In support of this philosophy an Employee Fitness Center is available for all County employees to use at their convenience during non-work hours and is open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday-Sunday. This center includes weight training equipment, cardio equipment, a small aerobics room along with restrooms, changing room and lockers.

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Employer Alamance County Government

Address 124 West Elm Street

Graham, North Carolina, 27253

Phone 336-570-4028

Website http://www.alamance-nc.com