Help Wanted: Public Health Nursing

As a member of the Lenoir County Government Health Department, you can make an impact! The Health Department is seeking candidates for several levels of Public Health Nursing within the Health program. Candidates in this class will care for entire population of Lenoir County. Working with the community as a whole allows public health nurses to help educate the community about health issues that can improve their health and safety and facilitate access to care. The role of a public health nurse focuses on prevention of illness, injury or disability, the promotion of health, and maintenance of the health of populations. Employees in this classification serve as a resource to patients and community partners.

Lenoir County provides competitive salaries that match your experience and skill level along with a rich benefit package that includes Health Insurance-County contribution to Health Savings Plan, Dental, 14 Paid Holidays, Sick and Annual Leave accruals per pay period, Employer Contribution to the NC State Retirement System and County Contribution to the 401(k) plan, and more.

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing/one year of experience

• License/Certification required by North Carolina Board of Nursing

• Possess considerable knowledge of nursing theory, practices, principles, and techniques

• Possess a valid North Carolina Driver’s License

• Pass a background check

Application Process: Applicants must apply on-line at www.lenoircountync.gov under Employment and Employment Opportunities. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Hiring Range Based on Level of Nursing: $56,974.87 - $64,461.83

For questions, please call (252) 526-4200

Lenoir County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origins, sex, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Lenoir County is a Drug Free Workplace