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A Community Health Nurse in the Department of Health and Human Services in the state of Nevada involves providing essential healthcare services to individuals and families in the community, conducting health assessments, and promoting wellness programs. With strong empathy, excellent communication skills, and a deep commitment to public health, community health nurses create a safe and supportive environment for their patients. This role plays a vital part in improving community health by addressing health disparities, preventing disease, and promoting healthy lifestyles.
Salary Range
- $63,000 – $90,000/ year
Required Experience
- To qualify as a Community Health Nurse I, a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse and one year of professional nursing experience are required.
- To qualify as a Community Health Nurse II, a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse and two years of professional nursing experience are required, one year of which must be in a public health setting.
- To qualify as a Community Health Nurse III, a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse, a bachelor’s degree in nursing, and two years of professional nursing experience in a public health setting are required, one year of which must include supervisory/management nursing experience.
- To advance to a Community Health Nurse IV, a current license to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), including an active prescribing designation, with certification in women’s health or family practice, is required.
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