Registered Nurse II

Job Posting Title

Registered Nurse II

Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization

340 District 4

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Note : Applications will be accepted until 11 : 59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full / Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

The annual salary is up to $60,531.46 based on education and experience.

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health.

Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive.

Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and / or dependent care.
• with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Registered Nurse II

Location : District 4 Mayes County Health Department

Salary : $60,531.46 based on education and experience.

Full Time / Part Time : Full Time

Work Schedule : Monday-Friday

Primary Hours : 8 : 00 am 5 : 00 pm

Position Description :

Under general supervision, provide direct preventative clinical services, assessing the health status of individuals, families, and populations, and providing nurse case management and health education as necessary.

Duties :

The functions performed by employees in this job family will vary by level, but may include the following :

• Monitor and assess the health status of individuals, families, and population as well as define a plan of care and provide nurse case management and health education in the areas of Family Planning, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Tuberculosis, Women, Infants and Children, Immunizations, Adult Health, and General Child Health.
• Collaborate with other professionals in the management of health care, such as offering in-services to community partners to provide health promotion and education.
• Provide direction or guidance to non-licensed personnel in assigned area of responsibility to ensure quality care.
• Assesses health status of individuals, families, and communities; develops plans and implements appropriate nursing interventions.
• Evaluates and determines health resources necessary to meet individual, family and community health needs.
• Delivers professional nursing care in an assigned unit, clinic, home, or other setting.
• Educates individuals, families, communities, and members of the health care team about the principles of disease prevention and health promotion.
• Delegates tasks as may safely be performed by others, consistent with educational preparation and that do not conflict with the provisions of the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act.
• Assures quality health care through use of various measures such as record review, peer review, direct observation, and assessment of individual, family, and community for the desired outcome.
• Performs specialized nursing functions as educationally prepared.
• Travel may be required; this position will cover district wide if needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in a team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Qualifications :

Requirements consist of possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and one year of professional nursing experience, OR, a Bachelor's in Nursing and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

Application Requirements :

• If education, certification, or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications :

Required at this level include knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, and techniques; of health promotion and disease prevention;

of nursing management of available health care resources; of nutrition and diet therapy; and of the functions of various clinical departments.

• Ability is required to assist in the development, organization, and implementation of an effective nursing care plan; to provide education and training;
• to assess condition and needs of patients, families, and communities appropriate to the care setting; to take appropriate intervention;

to counsel and teach patients and families; and to provide direction or guidance to non-licensed personnel in assigned area of responsibility to ensure quality care.

• In addition, this job requires, knowledge of available health programs and resources; of federal and state rules and regulations concerning health services;
• of accreditation, certification, and licensure standards; of preventive health practices; of principles and methods of teaching;

of nursing standards; and of nursing policies and procedures. Ability is required to develop, plan, and implement an effective nursing care program and to provide education and training.

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

Must be able to move to provide examinations 80% of the time. Combination of office and exam offices. May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations.

Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. Use of N-95 respirator is required.

Telework : This position is not eligible for Telework and is subject to OSDH policy and supervisor’s discretion.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday .