PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II

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Job Description

Application Deadline: 10/16/2026

The primary purpose of the Public Health Outreach Nurse is to improve access to preventative health services and reduce the spread of communicable disease among the community, specifically targeting underserved and at-risk populations. The nurse provides health screenings, immunizations, health education, and referrals at community-based outreach events. The nurse also collaborates with the Henderson County Sheriff’s Department to provide communicable disease screening, treatment, education, and follow-up services for individuals housed in the county detention facility. The nurse works with community partners to promote preventative health services, improve access to care, and protect the health of the community.

The work schedule consists of at least 37.5 hours per week. Due to the community-based nature of this position, scheduled work hours may vary throughout the week and may include daytime, evening, and weekend hours based on community outreach events, program activities, and client needs. This position is obligated to participate in and support any public health preparedness event, need, training, exercise or general emergency as required by the Health Director during traditional work hours and/or other/additional hours on nights, weekends, and holidays as deemed necessary.

Anticipated hiring range: $74,128.97 - $76,000.00

Position : 101006

Code : 5510-4

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : HEALTH

Posting Start : 10/02/2026

Salary: $74,128.97-$123,704.00