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Example county nurse requirements on a job description

County nurse requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in county nurse job postings.
Sample county nurse requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
  • State Registered and Licensed Nurse
  • Current CPR Certification
  • 2-5 years of related work experience
  • Knowledge of public health nursing
Sample required county nurse soft skills
  • Empathetic and caring attitude
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively
  • Organizational and problem solving skills
  • Flexibility and adaptability

County nurse job description example 1

Air Methods county nurse job description

  • Current RN licenses for states of practice
  • Current certifications in Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR; ACLS; PALS or equivalent (if state or county required)
  • Current certifications such as TPATC, TNCC, PHTLS or ITLS (some states may require specific trauma certifications for flight nurses)
  • Current specialty training or willingness to let us train you in: NRP, FEMA, NIMS, IS 100, 200, 700, 800 and HazMat training

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: BSN or bachelor's degree in a health-related field

Experience: Pre-hospital experience and flight experience

Certifications: Specialty certifications such as CEN, CCRN, or CFRN

Operation and Safety Requirements:

As a member of the Clinical Flight Crew, any person employed in this position shall maintain a weight not to exceed 225 pounds including empty flight suit and boots.

What we offer:

Top tier benefits and clinical training including:

  • Annual high fidelity human patient simulation training
  • Annual participation in a cadaver lab
  • Flight simulator training
  • Paid continuing education, including ACLS, PALS, NRP and advanced trauma courses
  • Specialty certification stipend for CFRN paid annually
  • Opportunities to obtain licensure for work in additional locations with company-paid travel
  • Clinical leveling program and leadership positions provide ladder for advancement

We can't be the industry-leading air medical company without you.


Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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County nurse job description example 2

Maxim Healthcare Group county nurse job description

Jointhe Maxim family!

MaximHealthcare Services is seeking RN's and LPN's for one on one homecarepositions. We are looking for qualified, compassionate, and knowledgeablenurses to join us in caring, serving, and enriching lives.

Noprevious experience is required, but is always welcomed. We put our newnurses through our award winning training program, in order to give them theconfidence and the know how to safely and effectively provide care tohigh acuity patients.

Eachnurse must have a current license within the state of MA.

Maxim Advantage

+ Weekly paychecks through direct deposit

+ In house skill advancement via Nurse Educator and Skills Lab

+ In house CPR renewal

+ Health and wellness benefits: medical, vision, dental, and life insurance offered

+ Caregiver Referral program.

Responsibilities:

+ Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.

+ Performs interventions according to identified priorities, plan of care, and the hospital policies and patient care outcome standard.

+ Initiates and evaluates patient and/or family education.

+ Compares expected and actual outcomes of care and identifies deviation from the plan of care.

+ Other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Current registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN) license for MA

+ Current PPD or chest x-ray.

+ Current hands on CPR (BLS)

+ No experience required!

Benefits

At Maxim Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. **CO Specific Benefits: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account , 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Transportation Benefits, CommonBond, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company Holidays

About Maxim Healthcare Services

Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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County nurse job description example 3

UnitedHealth Group county nurse job description

$20,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates



Seasonal position! This position is a full-time role. The anticipated scheduled hours will be 40 hours per week for 46 weeks and 0 (zero) hours for the remaining 6 weeks of the year (annual average 35 hours/week).



HouseCalls is a Nurse Practitioner led model of care designed around the person offers a fulfilling career where you can focus on what brought you into medicine: keeping patients healthy.



Providers perform annual clinical assessments to members in the comfort of their homes. HouseCalls visits are effective in reducing health risks, identifying acute issues, and connecting members to key support services. The Optum HouseCalls team had a 99%-member satisfaction rate in 2021.



In this role you will have the ability to achieve work life balance. Flexible scheduling offered where providers can flex their time over the 7-day work week. No on-call, no weekends and no holidays required.



OPTUM is transforming care delivery with innovative and personal care. As one of the largest employers of Advance Practice Clinicians, Optum offers unparalleled career development opportunities.



Primary Responsibilities:




  • Conduct in-home assessments including an evaluation of past medical history, review of systems, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and comprehensive physical exam

  • Perform evidence-based practice screenings including point of care testing (as appropriate)

  • Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management in the furtherance of treatment

  • Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge and judgment and the findings of your assessment

  • Communicate findings in your assessment that will be used to inform member's PCP of potential gaps in care

  • Identify urgent and emergent situations and intervene appropriately

  • Educate members on topics such as disease process, medication, and compliance





You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.


Required Qualifications:




  • Active NP or PA license or ability to obtain by start date. Licensure must be unencumbered, free of any open/unresolved disciplinary actions including probation or restrictions against privilege to practice.

  • Active national NP or PA certification or the ability to obtain national certification in state of assignment by start date

    (For NPs - Active ANCC or AANP national certification in Family, Geriatrics, Adult, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care, or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care certification OR for PAs - Physician Assistant national certification through NCCPA)

  • Ability to complete physical requirements of the job including lifting a 30-pound bag in and out of the car, navigating stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions, and sit, stand and kneel to perform physical assessment

  • Reliable transportation to complete home visit assessments

  • Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance



Preferred Qualifications:




  • 1+ years of clinical experience in their highest level of education, clinical setting

  • Experience in gerontology, cardiology, internal medicine, or endocrinology

  • Home Health care or home visit experience

  • Ability to travel up to 5% within licensed states if requested for additional incentives (with notice, based on business needs)

  • May be requested to obtain additional licensure in other geographic areas





To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment.



Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)



**PLEASE NOTE** The Sign On Bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for a UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part time, or per diem basis (“Internal Candidates”) are not eligible to receive a Sign On Bonus.





Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.



UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
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