Lead Community Health Nurse

Are you interested in public health and protecting the community against preventable diseases? Do you thrive in a fast-paced clinic environment, in a tight-knit clinical team? Are you highly organized and skilled in managing records in a clear and accurate way?

If this sounds like you keep reading!

Davis County Health Department, Family Health Division is currently hiring for a full-time Lead Community Health Nurse in Clearfield, Utah. This position performs as the lead nurse of Maternal & Child Health and Immunizations nursing programs.

Pay Range and Benefits:

$35.89 - $55.46/hr

Salary based on qualifications and experience.

In addition to competitive pay and our collaborative and service oriented culture, we offer the following benefits:

• Affordable Medical, dental, and vision coverage DAY ONE!
• 13 vacation days and 12 paid sick leave days
• 3 paid personal preference days and 12 paid holidays
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave after 6 months
• Full pension retirement
• Annual performance increases
• 401k match of 2%

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited nursing college or university, plus three (3) years of related full-time experience as a registered nurse. An acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered.

Must possess and maintain a valid and current Registered Nurse License with no current disciplinary actions, restrictions, or encumbrances, issued by the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing.

Must pass a criminal history background investigation.

Preference given for:

• Experience in public health nursing, particularly in one of these areas: Maternal & Child Health, immunizations, Home Visiting, or STI services.
• Experience coordinating community outreach initiatives, immunization clinics, health education activities, or other community-based public health services.

Our Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who excels at managing daily operations and inventory in a fast-paced clinic environment. They blend general clinical competencies like precise record-keeping and case management with a strong commitment to promoting preventative community health. Exceptional communication and a customer-focused mindset are essential, as this role requires guiding a clinical team and building trusted relationships with diverse public populations. Ultimately, they bring the sound judgment, adaptability, and organizational skills necessary to ensure efficient program delivery and strong team performance.

Day to Day Duties

• Oversees and monitors specified programs; implements program activities; participates in quality improvement and performance management efforts;
• Assists with staff oversight, including assignments and performance feedback.
• Provides guidance and support to other staff members, committees, and task forces.
• Serves as a clinical resource for the nursing staff, providing guidance on clinical questions, workflows, and nursing procedures.
• Coordinates Family Health clinical programs, immunization outreach, and community partner education and training.
• Coordinates nursing student clinical rotations and supports staffing needs and quality improvement initiatives.

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