The Public/Community Health Nurse (PHN) is responsible for the mental and physical well-being of the community by ensuring the public's health through health promotion, disease prevention, treatment, and education. The Public/Community Health Nurse (PHN) can work in a variety of institutions such as the community, hospitals, clinics, or long-term care facilities while collaborating with state regulators, doctors, and other healthcare professionals to keep the community safe and healthy.
Minimum Requirements:
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Active Nursing Licensure in the state practicing
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Two (2) years of public health or community experience preferred
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Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
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Current CPR if applicable
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TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
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Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
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Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
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Must be at least 18 years of age
The Public Health Nurse II serves as a certified Long-Term Services & Supports (LTSS) Screener, conducting home visits, assessing eligibility for Medicaid-funded long-term care programs, and providing public health nursing services. The role blends clinical assessment, case management, care coordination, and public health outreach, with a strong emphasis on person-centered practice, cultural agility, and independent decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
LTSS Screening & Clinical Assessment
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Conducts LTSS screenings with multidisciplinary teams.
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Performs home visits to determine health, safety, and level-of-care needs per DMAS guidelines.
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Assesses risks for medically fragile, disabled, or at-risk adults and children.
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Uses the Uniform Assessment Instrument (UAI) for comprehensive evaluations.
Case Management & Care Coordination
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Develops care plans and coordinates services for older adults, adults with disabilities, and children.
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Makes referrals and recommendations based on client needs.
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Provides crisis intervention when necessary.
Public Health Nursing Functions
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Conducts outreach, case finding, health promotion, and education.
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Implements public health interventions and provides consultation.
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Maintains nursing competencies through required training.
Collaboration & Leadership
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Works independently and collaboratively with diverse clients and teams.
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Mentors new staff and provides training to colleagues and community groups.
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Participates in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Clinical & Public Health Knowledge
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Nursing theory, public health principles, epidemiology, preventive medicine.
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Human development, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, nutrition.
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Nursing diagnosis, documentation, and quality assurance.
Technical Nursing Skills
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Ability to perform procedures such as injections, venipuncture, tube feeding, nebulization, etc.
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Ability to provide emergency treatment with limited supervision.
Professional & Interpersonal Skills
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Strong communication (oral and written).
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Ability to manage contentious or emotionally charged interactions.
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Critical thinking and sound clinical judgment.
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Ability to maintain accurate medical records and protect client privacy.
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Cultural agility and person-centered communication.
Administrative & Technology Skills
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Knowledge of federal, state, and county regulations.
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Ability to use technology for documentation and communication.
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Ability to assign tasks to paraprofessionals or volunteers.
Overall Purpose of the Division
The Adult & Aging Division ensures advocacy, safety, resources, and well-being for older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers. Duties may be reassigned to meet agency needs.
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
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Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) savings plan
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Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Nursing
Job Function: Nursing | RN | RN - Public Health Nurse
Job Type: Contract - Full Time
Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0400
Contract Duration: 26
Pay Rate: $1920 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-05-20T18:47:51
