Public Health Nurse I (10 Months, Full Time 35 hours per week)

DESCRIPTION: The City of Meriden, Department of Health and Human Services, is hiring a Public Health Nurse I to work in a school health office at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Must be available between 7 am and 3:45 pm during the school year, as hours vary at each grade level.

This position consists of varied public health nursing duties under the supervision of the Public Health Nurse Administrator. The Public Health Nurse I serves as a resource person to classroom teachers and others pertaining to health instruction; plans and participates in manners pertaining to health appraisals; provides first aid care in emergencies; gives prescribed treatments, administers health screenings, maintains accurate records, interprets and complies with laws, regulations, and ordinances regarding public health work, and prepares narrative and statistical reports as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS: The successful applicant must have graduated from a recognized nursing school and/or a recognized college or university with a degree in nursing, following a course of study including approved programs in public health nursing. The successful applicant must have a valid Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut for a minimum of 1 year.

SALARY: Starting at $38.29 per hour. View the nurses union contract at www.meridenct.gov .

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications are available in the Human Resources Department, City Hall, Room #235, 142 East Main Street, or on www.meridenct.gov (click on "Apply Employment"). Open until filled. The City of Meriden has an anti-nepotism policy. Please review the policy on the City of Meriden website. E.O.E.