Disease Investigator (Registered Nurse- RN)
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Job Location:
Olathe, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values we provide excellent public service seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits retirement plans wellness incentives a great organizational culture and much more! If youre searching for something more than just a job something akin to a calling then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!
Job Description
Johnson County Health & Environment department is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of a Disease Investigator RN. The position is located at 11875 S Sunset Drive Suite 300 Olathe KS 66061. This position provides excellent benefits including health insurance wellness programs and discounts retirement programs and various other discount programs.
This posting will remain open until filled with at start date after December 1 2025.
Duties Include:
- Provides comprehensive nursing services; assesses the holistic needs of individuals by incorporating family and environmental factors; collects and documents patient health history; measures and records vital signs; completes health assessments and performs limited exams; obtains processes and handles lab specimens; manages controls and implements medication administration programs; performs minor procedures and treatments within designated area of specialty.
- Completes and submits documentation regarding patient care and condition; reviews quality and effectiveness of services provided and documented by other service providers.
- Provides patients and families with supportive resources; educates patients in areas impacting health wellness and daily living activities; develops and provides specialized health training and education to staff.
- Provides case management care coordination referral and follow-up to individuals and/or families; evaluates outcomes effectiveness of plans and makes changes as necessary.
Job Requirements
Minimum Job Requirements:
High school or equivalent and a Vocational Associates or Bachelors degree in Nursing or other Nursing program that meets the requirements for the Registered Nurse license are required. Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Kansas is required. May require KS/MO drivers license depending on department or agency.
Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.
Preferred Job Requirements:
One year of nursing experience is preferred.
Physical Environmental and Special Working Conditions:
Excessive standing and/or walking: 40%.
Lifting: varies by assignment.
Exposure to hazardous materials (bodily fluids).
Within sixty (60) days of hire employees (select DHE and EMS positions) must produce proof of immunization proof of immunity proof that immunization is medically contraindicated submit a written objection to immunization based upon a sincerely held religious belief or receive vaccination for the following: Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR); Tetanus Diphtheria and Acellular Pertussis (TDAP); and Varicella (Chickenpox).
All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
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