Communicable Disease Nursing Supervisor

THE POSITION

Washington County Public Health Division within Health and Human Services (HHS) Department is seeking a motivated, collaborative, and skilled Public Health Nursing Supervisor to join our Communicable Disease (CD) team !

This position is full-time limited duration with a tentative end date of December 31, 2026.

To learn more about us, please visit this link : Public Health

About the opportunity :

The Public Health Nursing Supervisor will join a team committed to evidence-based, equity-focused work to prevent and control communicable diseases in our community.

Under the supervision of the CD Program Supervisor, this position will manage clinical program logistics, implement and monitor Washington County HHS / Public Health policies and procedures for nurses, provide services, select / supervise staff, coordinate staff and colleagues to build a team environment.

The CD program currently includes two epidemiologists, six nurses, and a senior program coordinator. This position is responsible for supervision of the clinical staff only.

Primary duties may include, but are not limited to :

• Establish schedules and coordinate nursing activities.
• Implement policies and procedures.
• Seek technical assistance and collaborate with Health Officer and colleagues to update program policies or procedures related to communicable diseases, particularly clinical considerations.
• Update clinical protocols and standing orders as delegated, mentor staff, and provide trainings.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Who we are looking for :

The ideal candidate will have experience with or the ability to :

• Engage in collaborative leadership, program development, ongoing quality improvement, and systems thinking.
• Organize and supervise a communicable disease nursing program within local government.
• Supervise nurses and provide clinical guidance; recruit and train clinical staff.
• Coordinate work with appropriate agencies and educational institutions and work collaboratively across roles and sectors.
• Adapt to and manage changes and engage in collaborative problem-solving.
• Implement culturally responsive, trauma-informed care and resiliency practices.
• Perform a variety of technical tasks relative to preventing and controlling communicable diseases.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences.

If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above.

Why Washington County?

Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity.

Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution .

Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County's services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident.

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ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

This position is classified as a Public Health Nursing Supervisor . Classification descriptions are typically written broadly.

For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link : Public Health Nursing Supervisor .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of nursing, and from a school approved for community health nursing preferred;

AND Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in community health nursing, nursing supervision, or program coordination.

ADDITIONAL LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon at time of appointment.
• Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County, please use this link : Driver's License & Records Policy (Vehicles Section) .
• Please be advised that this position requires to pass a criminal background check post offer.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant.

This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note : Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Our commitment to you :

Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony.

We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Selection Process

• Apply today! In addition to a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law.
• MQ Review : Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes. Depending on the number of applications received, we may conduct additional screening based on the preferred qualifications.
• Subject Matter Expert Review : Your responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts.

Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews).

This process could take about 2 weeks.

• Panel Interview(s) : Generally, the top 6 - 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
• Conditional Offer : The final candidate requires to successfully pass the background check and driving record check as conditions of employment.

Please note : candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family.

Veterans' Preference

If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link : Veterans' Preference Points .

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment.

To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail : [email protected] at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status of Your Application

You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition.

Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications in NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments.

Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment

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