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Public Health Nurse Job in Lima, Ohio US

Public Health Nurse

Allen County Public Health Department - Lima, OH

Posted: 4/15/2026 - Expires: 5/17/2026

Job ID: 293350184

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Job Description

Nursing Services Area

Part-Time: 15-30 hours per week

Full-Time: 37.5 hours per week

Agency Hours: Monday through Friday  8:00-4:30 PM  

Pay Range: $22.42 - $30.16

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Nursing

 

Job Responsibilities:

Under general supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Public Health Nurse will provide public health nursing services to individuals, families, and population groups. Identifies health problems, educates individuals about health issues, links individuals to needed personal health services to assure the provision of health care when otherwise unavailable. 



Sample Job Responsibilities:

Provides general nursing services such as administration of immunizations, tuberculosis screening/follow-up, reproductive health and wellness clinic activities, and care coordination. Receives and investigates reports of communicable diseases.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Public Health Nurse 1:

Associate of Science degree in Nursing and two (2) years of experience in a clinic/nursing role in public health or related agency.

 

Public Health Nurse 2:

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and two (2) years of experience in a clinic/nursing or public health nurse role. Or, Associate of Science degree in Nursing and seven (7) years of experience in a clinic/nursing or public health nurse role.

Must possess & maintain a valid & unrestricted State of Ohio license as a Registered Nurse. Valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and proof of auto liability insurance coverage required.

 

BENEFITS:

Health insurance, 12 paid holiday days, immediate accrual of sick and vacation time, and retirement through Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).


To Apply: Email Resume and Cover Letter to Trent.Wise@jfs.ohio.gov with “Public Health Nurse” in the subject line.


Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Attained other post-secondary degree or certification
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Work Shift:
First
Job Reference Code
N/A
Salary
N/A
Licenses / Certifications:
Ohio Registered Nurse License
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