JOB CATEGORY; PUBLIC HEALTH / COMMUNTIY HEALTH $1,500 Sign-on Bonus POSITION SUMMARY: This position carries out contractual public health and school nurse services for the beneficiaries in the Checkerboard Area Health System (CAHS). The RN - Public Health Nurse – Indian Health Service (IHS) works as a member of the CAHS primary care and community public health program team. REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: • Graduate of an approved school of nursing, either ADN, BSN or diploma. • Previous experience with hospital, school health or public health desirable. • Bilingual English / Navajo preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: • State of New Mexico licensure as a Registered Nurse. Must have by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment. • Have or be able to obtain BLS/CPR or ACLS certification within 30 days of hire. If you are assigned to a center with ACLS medications and/or equipment, you must have ACLS certification within 30 days of hire. Certification must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certification current at all times. SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment: • According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH. • Criminal Records Check. DRIVING REQUIREMENTS: • May be required to use personal transportation to carry out job duties. • Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. • Must provide a current motor vehicle record. • Must provide current personal owner liability automobile insurance and must maintain the insurance coverage throughout the course of employment in this position. • Must submit to a motor vehicle record check on an as needed basis and maintain a satisfactory driving record that is within the limitations of PMS Human Resources Policy II.D.3, Automobile Usage, and applicable state and federal laws. • Must comply with PMS Policies on Automobile Usage, II.D.3, Drug Free Workplace, III.H and applicable state and federal laws. • May be required to complete transportation related trainings. $500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS BONUSES • All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.) ABOUT PMS • Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico. • Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs. • We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico. • We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state. • PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan. WHY PMS? • Mission-driven organization • Competitive salaries • Nine paid holidays and generous PTO • Medical, dental & vision insurance • Free Life & LTD coverage • Free discretionary pension plan contribution • Employee recognition and engagement activities • Robust training program • Tuition Reimbursement EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability