The purpose of this position is to provide high level nursing care to patient/clients seeking education, screening, testing, and treatment of sexually transmitted infections

Essential Functions Essential functions the position will be responsible for include the following:

Provide education and counseling related to sexually transmitted infections such as Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Syphilis, HIV, HPV and HSV

Perform physical assessments per nursing protocol; thorough understanding of “normal” and deviations from “normal”

Collect lab specimens per nursing protocol including but not limited to: blood, urine, compartment swabs

Provide STI medications and/or immunizations as covered by Public Health Nursing Protocol or by physician order

Ensure standards of Public Health Nursing practice are met with each patient

Assess barriers to care for each patient including factors that may influence medication adherence

Navigate referral process for continuation of care in HCV, HIV, HARM, Substance Use Disorder, Mental Health services, etc.

Graduate of accredited Nursing Program

Current and unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse

Minimum of two (2) years’ related experience

Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position may be considered to qualify for the position

Specialized Knowledge

Must be trained and certified in cardio-pulminary resuscitation (CPR) at hire and maintain certification post-hire