Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Public Health
Indian Health Service
Oklahoma City, OK

Director of Public Health, RN

Locations: Oklahoma City, OK Type:Urban Salary Range:$125,000 to $164,000 / Per Year Open Period:10/28/2024 until filled Summary:Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) is a non profit corporation that provides culturally sensitive health care to the American Indian population. OKCIC services not only include basic medical care, but also dental, optometry, behavioral health services, fitness, nutrition and other family programs. Our mission is to provide excellent healthcare to American Indians. We do this by putting people first, providing quality services, and maintaining our Integrity and Professionalism. We are looking to add compassionate team players to our growing team as we continue to work toward our goal of becoming the national model for American Indian Health Care. Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) offers a comprehensive benefits package and access to all services OKCIC provides. Benefits are offered to employees on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Learn more information about benefits below the job openings. Employee Benefits Medical Insurance coverage is offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma. Premiums for employees, spouse and children are paid 100% by OKCIC. Dental Insurance coverage is also offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma. Premiums for employees, spouse and children are paid 100% by OKCIC. Life Insurance coverage through Reliance Standard is provided to the employee in the amount of two times the employee's annual salary. Employees may purchase additional life insurance for themselves as well as for spouse and children. Short-term disability and long-term disability coverage is offered through Reliance Standard. Disability coverage is 100% employee paid, if elected. Vision Insurance coverage is offered through Davis Vision. Vision is 100% employee paid, if elected. Accident Insurance coverage is offered through Reliance Standard. Accident insurance is 100% employee paid, if elected. Critical Illness coverage is offered through Reliance Standard. Critical Illness insurance is 100% employee paid, if elected. All professional licenses are reimbursed by OKCIC. More info about area: Duties:Plans and provides comprehensive, direct patient care including: immunizations, first aid, tuberculosis testing, colorectal cancer screening, tobacco cessation screening, and head checks. Performs duties by utilizing and documenting the nursing process. Counsels and educates patients, families and groups regarding acute illness, chronic conditions, and public health in the clinic, home, school, or community setting. Provides transportation for patients as needed. Responsible for employee health care clinic and maintenance of health information according to OSHA standards. Assesses the health education needs of the clinic and community, identifies resources and coordinates the development of programs to respond to those needs. Provides a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by reduction and control of environmental hazards and risks, and preventing accidents and injuries. Assists in providing clinical experiences and education for healthcare professional students within established education programs. Supervises Public Health staff; provides direction for daily operations, assess staff competencies and promotes staff development. Attends continuous education training as needed to improve the healthcare facility's services Develops policy, procedures and standards of care as needs arise; Collaborates with nursing departments and other clinical managers to develop and implement patient care policies, procedures and standards. Reviews all policy and procedures annually Plans, develops and directs the organizational programs to meet clinic goals and accreditation standards. Prepares reports for higher levels of management. Responsible for recruitment, retention and training of Public Health and Social Services staff. Provides oversight of the procurement of medical supplies necessary for programs and/or services offered by Public Health and/or Social Services. Serves as a member of various internal and external committees. Responds to emergency situations when required. Reviews and resolves patient complaints; prepares incident reports for the medical department Supervises inspection of all medical equipment in need of periodic testing and reviews logs on inspections. Examples of equipment inspection logs include: refrigeration temperatures, AED and oxygen. Food Resources Center- Ordering and maintaining program Maintaining the VFC Pediatric Vaccine Program Coordinates and manages communication with patients, family and health care team to acces Qualifications:Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, medical marijuana license holders who test positive for marijuana will not be qualified for this position. Must align with OKCIC vision, mission and core values Bachelor of Science in nursing; Current Oklahoma Registered Nurse license and in good standing with the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing. Five (5) or more years nursing experience in public health, community health or outpatient setting. Supervisory experience in a clinical or hospital setting required. Must have excellent communication, organization, time management and leadership skills; ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment Current cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) required. Work Type:Permanent, Full Announcement #:124-2023