Public Health Nurse
Company: DHRM
Location: Halifax
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Title: Public Health Nurse State Role Title: Registered Nurse I
Hiring Range: $52,942 - $55,500 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Virginia
Department of Health Location: SOUTHSIDE-HALIFAX Agency Website:
www.vdh.virginia.gov Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job
Duties The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is dedicated to
protecting and promoting the health of Virginians. The VDH is made
up of a statewide Central Office in Richmond and 35 local health
districts. The Virginia Department of Health Southside Health
District is seeking a qualified candidate for a Public Health Nurse
(PHN) role. This position independently provides professional
nursing care to patients in clinics, homes and schools and other
community or congregate care settings. Performs nursing
assessments, may perform lab tests, take measurements, develop and
implement care plans, including the administration of medication
and case management. Participates in public health emergencies and
community health assessments. Actions performed at this level
require licensure as a RN by state code. May supervise support
staff. Typical Core Duties: 1. Program Support 2. Workload & Case
Administration 3. Direct Patient Care & Other duties as assigned
Requires licensure as an RN in Virginia or compact state. If a new
graduate, must obtain RN license within 90 days of the date of hire
or subject to termination per the regulations governing the
practice of nursing. Requires BLS certification. Requires adherence
to all safety policies including a review of immunizations, driver
safety policies and all other state policies. May be required to
perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the
agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency
declaration by the Governor. May be required by VDH to adjust work
hours, location, and job duties and participate in training to meet
public health business needs, including emergencies. If this
position is designated as a mobile worker, this includes both
working in the field and teleworking at an alternate location when
not in the field or during an emergency closing. You may be
required to periodically come into your assigned office to attend
meetings or training. VDH requires all Health-Care Personnel (HCP)
to provide documentation of immunization or evidence of immunity to
the following: hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella;
a one-time dose of tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap)
vaccine regardless of the interval since the last dose of tetanus
diphtheria (Td) vaccine was administered (Td or Tdap boosters shall
be received every 10 years); and the current year’s seasonal
influenza vaccination. For exceptionally, highly qualified
candidates, a one-time sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 and/or up to
40 hours of annual leave may be awarded. The Virginia Department of
Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life
insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457
Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and
annual leave. Minimum Qualifications • Requires licensure as an RN
in Virginia or compact state. If a new graduate, must obtain RN
license within 90 days of the date of hire or subject to
termination per the regulations governing the practice of nursing.
Requires BLS certification. Requires adherence to all safety
policies including a review of immunizations, driver safety
policies and all other state policies. • Communicates verbally and
in writing, to analyze problems, situations and suggest solutions,
leadership, follow directions and establish priorities • Skills in
physical examination, health assessment, and interviewing and
counseling technique • Ability to function independently,
prioritize and organize work, solve problems, adapt to change,
function as a team member and relate to the public • Knowledge of
public health concepts, principles of public health nursing,
principles of epidemiology; immunizations; basic nursing science,
medical terminology, case management • May travel and some weekend
and/or evening hours may be required • Must be certified in Basic
Life Support (BLS)/CPR • A valid State Driver's License is required
to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while
conducting business on behalf of the agency Additional
Considerations • Additional study in health promotion/or public
health is preferred • Experience in a public health setting or one
related to disease prevention and health promotion Special
Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when
your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please
refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of
your application for this position. VDH accepts only on-line
applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be
considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job
closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant
work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
Supplemental questions are encouraged to be answered in a
comprehensive manner and reference any pertinent knowledge, skills,
and abilities as well as any previous experience that relates to
the position. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of
a state and federal criminal history background check and the
Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central
Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment
reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving,
background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests
may be required for certain positions. It is the policy of the
Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management
be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically
associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and
protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex;
color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender
identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation;
disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or
related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of
Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website:
www.vdh.virginia.gov. If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30
layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form
(Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must
submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card
may be submitted with the state application as an attachment. As a
V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to
apply! Contact Information Name: HR Department Phone: 434-766-9825
Email: PDVSTS_HR@vdh.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth’s
commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with
disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring
Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will
need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the
Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the
Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status
questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable,
to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can
be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or
DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use
that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring
Process.
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