Communicable Disease Nursing Supervisor

Washington County Public Health Division within Health and Human Services (HHS) Department is seeking a motivated, collaborative, and skilled Public Health Nursing Supervisor to join our Communicable Disease (CD) team!

This position is full-time limited duration with a tentative end date of December 31, 2026. 

To learn more about us, please visit this link: Public Health

About the opportunity:
The Public Health Nursing Supervisor will join a team committed to evidence-based, equity-focused work to prevent and control communicable diseases in our community. Under the supervision of the CD Program Supervisor, this position will manage clinical program logistics, implement and monitor Washington County HHS/Public Health policies and procedures for nurses, provide services, select/supervise staff, coordinate staff and colleagues to build a team environment.
The CD program currently includes two epidemiologists, six nurses, and a senior program coordinator. This position is responsible for supervision of the clinical staff only. 
 
Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Establish schedules and coordinate nursing activities.
• Implement policies and procedures.
• Seek technical assistance and collaborate with Health Officer and colleagues to update program policies or procedures related to communicable diseases, particularly clinical considerations.
• Update clinical protocols and standing orders as delegated, mentor staff, and provide trainings.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule. 

Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will have experience with or the ability to:

• Engage in collaborative leadership, program development, ongoing quality improvement, and systems thinking.
• Organize and supervise a communicable disease nursing program within local government.
• Supervise nurses and provide clinical guidance; recruit and train clinical staff.
• Coordinate work with appropriate agencies and educational institutions and work collaboratively across roles and sectors.
• Adapt to and manage changes and engage in collaborative problem-solving.
• Implement culturally responsive, trauma-informed care and resiliency practices.
• Perform a variety of technical tasks relative to preventing and controlling communicable diseases.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above. 

Why Washington County?
Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution. Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County’s services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

This position is classified as a Public Health Nursing Supervisor. Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link: Public Health Nursing Supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of nursing, and from a school approved for community health nursing preferred; AND Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in community health nursing, nursing supervision, or program coordination.

ADDITIONAL LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS 

• Possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon at time of appointment.
• Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County, please use this link: Driver's License & Records Policy (Vehicles Section).
• Please be advised that this position requires to pass a criminal background check post offer.