Job post summary
Position: Public Health Nurse (Full-Time)
Pay Range: $25.91-$32.22 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Employee Contract
Work Location: In Person - Shelbyville, KY
Public Health Nurse-Competitive Pay, Work-Life Balance, and Excellent Benefits
Are you tired of working nights, weekends, holidays, and excessive overtime? Take the next step in your nursing career with the North Central District Health Department (NCDHD). We offer a predictable schedule, strong benefits, and a supportive team environment focused on work-life balance.
This position provides the opportunity to deliver public health nursing services to a diverse, multicultural population across a variety of community and clinical settings. Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced nurse, this role offers meaningful work, skill development, and the chance to make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.
If you are passionate about helping others and making a difference in people’s lives, we encourage you to apply today.
Position Overview
The North Central District Health Department is seeking a Registered Nurse to serve as a full-time Public Health Nurse under the direction of the Director of Nursing. This role supports essential public health services throughout the district.
Job description:
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Provide entry-level nursing care and client assessments in accordance with Public Health Practice References, Nursing Scope, and Standards of Practice
Accurately document services per the Clinical Service Guide (CSG) and Administrative Reference (AR)
Assist with immunizations, including COVID-19 vaccinations
Maintain client confidentiality and privacy in compliance with all guidelines
Provide education, counseling, and teaching to individuals and families
Utilize community resources appropriately and complete required training.
Minimum Education, Training, or Experience
Must hold a current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kentucky, a compact state, or a provisional Kentucky license
License must meet all requirements of KRS 314.041
Benefits Summary
Begin earning paid vacation and sick leave on day one
Competitive hourly pay
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with minimal employee contribution
11 paid holidays in addition to paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Pension retirement benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life insurance
Who We Are
The North Central District Health Department is a local government agency on the front lines of public health. We protect community health, educate the public, and provide solutions that promote healthier lives.
What We Offer:
Strong work-life balance
Supportive team culture
Meaningful public health impact
Our Mission
To provide innovative, diverse, and inclusive population-based public health leadership through education, disease prevention, regulatory adherence, and communicable disease control.
Our Vision
Optimal health for the communities of Henry, Shelby, Spencer, and Trimble counties.
Our Values
Collaboration within our counties
Accountability in public health
Respect in the workplace
Equity and inclusion in all we do
Service to others with integrity and compassion
Location:
North Central District Health Department serves the communities of Henry, Shelby, Spencer, and Trimble counties in Kentucky. We are centrally located between the two largest cities in Kentucky, Louisville and Lexington. We serve rural and small urban-like communities. We are also surrounded by beautiful parks, horse farms, bourbon distilleries, and great dining near Kentucky’s only designer mall.
Interested?
Applications may be obtained at:
North Central District Health Department
1020 Henry Clay St.
Shelbyville, KY 40065
You may deliver completed application, resume, and transcript in person, by fax, or by email to: North Central District Health Department
1020 Henry Clay St.
Shelbyville, KY 40065
Fax: 502-633-7658
Email to: ncdhdhr@ky.gov
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment may be contingent upon successful drug screening, background check, and driver’s license verification.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.91 - $32.22 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
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