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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.
Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.
Overview
The Center for Center for Childhood Safety & Injury Prevention Manager develops, implements, and coordinates the Children's Mercy programs for childhood safety and accidental injury prevention. The Manager serves as a clinical resource for the education and consultation needs of patients, families, clinical staff, volunteers, and the community related to safety and injury prevention in childhood. The Manager evaluates and improves safety and unintentional injury prevention program resources and services to reduce the number of children injured due to preventable injuries measurably.
At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.
Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.
Responsibilities
- Provides professional leadership, oversight, and management of the clinical, programmatic, scholarly, and educational activates of the CCS IVP program to accomplish the strategic goals and objectives of the organization, CCS department, and the community.
- Serves as a clinical expert in intentional and unintentional injury in children; acting as a resource to staff, volunteers, and the community related to intentional and unintentional injury in children.
- Develops, implements, and coordinates evidence-based programing for intentional and unintentional injury in children to assure its quality and effectiveness both in the hospital and in the community
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree required and 3-5 years experience 5 years experience or
- Master's Degree preferred Master's Degree and 3-5 years of Safety or injury prevention experience would be acceptable in lieu of an RN degree.
- One of the following: Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire
- One of the following: Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire
- RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO
- Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provide Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire
- Specialty Certification relevant to unit’s patient population (determined by Nurse Manager/Director) Preferred Upon Hire
- Previous Grant administration experience highly preferred
- Previous Public Health experience highly preferred
Starting Pay
Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $46.13/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.
EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet
Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.
CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.
If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.
Apply Here: https://nopush-childrensmercykc.icims.com/jobs/37089/prog-mgr%2c-ctr-for-childhood-safety/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=691&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240
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Fairfax County Government |
Salary - $62,482.37 - $104,137.49 Annually
Location - HEALTH DEPARTMENT - MULTIPLE LOCATIONS, VA
Job Type - FT Hourly W BN
Job Number - 26-00235
Department - Health Department
Opening Date - 01/31/2026
Closing Date - 4/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade - S22
Posting Type - Open to General Public
Job Announcement
* This position includes a signing bonus for fully qualified new county employees in the amount of $10,000.
Benefits of joining our team:
- $10,000 signing bonus for fully qualified new county employees.
- Winter, spring and summer off.
- 7.5-hour workdays.
- Monday – Friday schedule.
- Competitive salary & generous benefits.
- Robust orientation program.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the school community.
- Collaborative work environment with community partners.
- Focus on health education, promotion, and disease prevention.
- Supportive team culture and work-life balance.
Come join the Fairfax County Health Department school health team and use your skills and abilities to “protect, promote and improve the health and quality of life for all who live, work and play in our community.”
Fairfax County Health Department is seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to improve the health and wellbeing of students in Fairfax County public schools. You will be the leading advocate for public health and well-being and care onsite, contributing to both school and community health.
The Fairfax County Health Department is a progressive public health leader serving 1.2 million residents from diverse ethnic, cultural, and economic backgrounds. With more than 100 years of leadership in the field, we are committed to promoting population health, protecting public health and the environment, and ensuring residents’ equitable access to health services and information.
This position implements the School Health Services program under the supervision of a Public Health Nurse in the Health Department’s School Health Services Division. As an LPN you will be responsible for providing basic nursing care services and supervision for students, in a Fairfax County Public School setting. Assesses and determines students’ health status and follows appropriate protocols to provide care, screening, and documentation. Monitors and manages students with acute or chronic disease and/or disabilities and documents the care services provided in accordance with standard protocol. Supports individual care needs, including insulin monitoring, and administers medication and treatment in line with health standards and practices. Manages medications, routine school health room activities and updates student health records daily. Assists in the monitoring and updating of student’ care plans. Compiles and submits health room statistics and reports using computer data entry skills. Responds to medical emergencies and performs CPR and first aid. Maintains current BLS certification and licensing requirements.
Multiple positions may be filled form this announcement.
Note: Fairfax County School Health Licensed Practical Nurses are full-time merit positions that are scheduled to work less than 12 months (approximately 38 weeks per year). Work schedule will be based on the service needs of the Health Department and Fairfax County Public Standard School Year Calendar.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all- inclusive list.)
- Knowledge of practical nursing skills gained through an accredited practical nursing program;
- Skill in performing technical nursing procedures (e.g., injections, venipuncture, blood pressure screening);
- Ability to identify questionable test findings;
- Ability to perform CPR and use an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) or perform emergency treatment for life-threatening conditions;
- Ability to elicit sufficient pertinent medical information from a client and record a medical history that is complete and accurate;
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a diverse population;
- Ability to effectively document care provided according to record management guidelines;
- Ability to maintain and update electronic health records and to prepare routine reports;
- Ability to compile clinical statistics;
- Ability to use sound judgment and to work independently within established policies, procedures and guidelines;
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and staff members.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program; plus, two years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse or two years of related experience providing medical services in a public health/community health setting (e.g., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Technician, or other relevant experience).
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
- Possession of current license or a multistate licensure privilege to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (Required within 30 days).
- AED Certification (Required within 30 days).
- CPR Certification (Required within 30 days).
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, Child Protective Services Registry check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A tuberculosis (TB) screening upon hire.
Additional Work Schedule Requirements: Scheduled work hours will vary between 7:00 AM to 4:15 PM based on assigned FCPS school needs and FCPS bell schedule. As determined, work some teacher workdays. Unscheduled work periods are during FCPS designated winter, spring, and summer breaks.
This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge and understanding of a school health program and experience providing health care services to school aged children in ethnically diverse populations.
- Knowledge of medications and medication management administration practices, and experience reviewing and administering childhood vaccinations.
- Possess a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with students, parents and colleagues.
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to provide general health information to school aged children and families with a wide variety of health problems, under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Strong interpersonal abilities to communicate effectively and clearly with a diverse population and various stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and on interdisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency with technology and the ability to learn and adapt to new systems, software, Microsoft Office, and digital tools as needed.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure safety and well-being of students.
- Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to respond effectively to situations and meet public health goals.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to alternate between sitting and standing on a frequent basis. Ability to walk, kneel, bend/stoop, extend the arms to reach both outward and upward, and climb stairs. Ability to use hands and arms to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects or young children, as much as 10 or more pounds in weight on a frequent basis. Uses hands and fingers to grasp, handle, feel, and/or manipulate small objects or equipment. Ability to read (visual acuity) data on a computer monitor; ability to operate keyboard driven equipment and computer and use of touchscreen. Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level. Ability to frequently communicate and be understood when communicating in-person, over the phone or computer; ability to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. Ability to maintain BLS certification and physically perform CPR/AED techniques. Generally, work in an office/ school health room environment, yet may occasionally be required to perform job duties outside of the typical office setting. All duties are performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.
This job announcement is listed with a closing date of April 24, 2026, and interested applicants are advised to submit their applications as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. If your application is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The application process may close prior to the currently advertised closing date when the positions have been filled.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [email protected] EEO/AA/TTY.
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Fairfax County Government |
Salary - $62,482.37 - $104,137.49 Annually
Location - HEALTH DEPARTMENT - MULTIPLE LOCATIONS, VA
Job Type - FT Hourly W BN
Job Number - 26-00018
Department - Health Department
Opening Date - 12/27/2025
Closing Date - 1/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade - S22
Posting Type - Open to General Public
To apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfaxcounty/jobs/5177923/school-health-licensed-practical-nurse?keywords=school&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Job Announcement
* This position includes a signing bonus for fully qualified new county employees in the amount of $10,000.
Benefits of joining our team:
- $10,000 signing bonus for fully qualified new county employees
- Winter, Spring and Summer off
- 7.5-hour workdays
- Monday – Friday schedule
- Competitive salary & generous benefits
- Robust orientation program
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the school community
- Collaborative work environment with community partners
- Focus on health education, promotion, and disease prevention
- Supportive team culture and work-life balance.
Come join the Fairfax County Health Department school health team and use your skills and abilities to “protect, promote and improve the health and quality of life for all who live, work and play in our community.”
Fairfax County Health Department is seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to improve the health and wellbeing of students in Fairfax County public schools. You will be the leading advocate for public health and well-being and care onsite, contributing to both school and community health.
The Fairfax County Health Department is a progressive public health leader serving 1.2 million residents from diverse ethnic, cultural, and economic backgrounds. With more than 100 years of leadership in the field, we are committed to promoting population health, protecting public health and the environment, and ensuring residents’ equitable access to health services and information.
This position implements the School Health Services program under the supervision of a Public Health Nurse in the health department’s School Health Services Division. As an LPN you will be responsible for providing basic nursing care services and supervision for students, in a Fairfax County Public School setting. Assesses and determines students’ health status and follows appropriate protocols to provide care, screening, and documentation. Monitors and manages students with acute or chronic disease and/or disabilities and documents the care services provided in accordance with standard protocol. Supports individual care needs, including insulin monitoring, and administers medication and treatment in line with health standards and practices. Manages medications, routine school health room activities and updates student health records daily. Assists in the monitoring and updating of student’ care plans. Compiles and submits health room statistics and reports using computer data entry skills. Responds to medical emergencies and performs CPR and first aid. Maintains current BLS certification and licensing requirements.
Multiple positions may be filled form this announcement.
Note– Fairfax County School Health Licensed Practical Nurses are full-time merit positions that are scheduled to work less than 12 months (approximately 38 weeks per year). Work schedule will be based on the service needs of the Health Department and Fairfax County Public Standard School Year Calendar.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all- inclusive list.)
Knowledge of practical nursing skills gained through an accredited practical nursing program;
Skill in performing technical nursing procedures (e.g., injections, venipuncture, blood pressure screening);
Ability to identify questionable test findings;
Ability to perform CPR and use an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) or perform emergency treatment for life-threatening conditions;
Ability to elicit sufficient pertinent medical information from a client and record a medical history that is complete and accurate;
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a diverse population;
Ability to effectively document care provided according to record management guidelines;
Ability to maintain and update electronic health records and to prepare routine reports;
Ability to compile clinical statistics;
Ability to use sound judgment and to work independently within established policies, procedures and guidelines;
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and staff members.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program; plus, two years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse or two years of related experience providing medical services in a public health/ community health setting (e.g., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Technician, or other relevant experience).
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
- Possession of current license or a multistate licensure privilege to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (Required within 30 days)
- AED Certification (Required within 30 days)
- CPR Certification (Required within 30 days)
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, Child Protective Services Registry check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A tuberculosis (TB) screening upon hire.
Additional Work Schedule Requirements: Scheduled work hours will vary between 7:00 AM to 4:15 PM based on assigned FCPS school needs and FCPS bell schedule. As determined, work some teacher workdays. Unscheduled work periods are during FCPS designated winter, spring, and summer breaks.
This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge and understanding of a school health program and experience providing health care services to school aged children in ethnically diverse populations.
- Knowledge of medications and medication management administration practices, and experience reviewing and administering childhood vaccinations.
- Possess a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with students, parents and colleagues.
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to provide general health information to school age children and families with a wide variety of health problems under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Strong interpersonal abilities to communicate effectively and clearly with a diverse population and various stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and on interdisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency with technology and the ability to learn and adapt to new systems, software, Microsoft Office, and digital tools as needed.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure safety and well-being of students.
- Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to respond effectively to situations and meet public health goals.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Job requires the ability to alternate between sitting and standing on a frequent basis. Ability to walk, kneel, bend/stoop, extend the arms to reach both outward and upward, and climb stairs. Job requires the ability to use hands and arms to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects or young children, as much as 10 or more pounds in weight on a frequent basis. Uses hands and fingers to grasp, handle, feel, and/or manipulate small objects or equipment. Ability to read (visual acuity) data on a computer monitor; ability to operate keyboard driven equipment and computer and use of touchscreen. Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level. Ability to frequently communicate and be understood when communicating in-person, over the phone or computer; ability to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. Ability to maintain BLS certification and physically perform CPR/AED techniques. Generally, work in an office/ school health room environment, yet may occasionally be required to perform job duties outside of the typical office setting. All duties are performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.
This job announcement is listed with a closing date of January 23, 2026, and interested applicants are advised to submit their applications as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. If your application is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The application process may close prior to the currently advertised closing date when the positions have been filled.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [email protected] EEO/AA/TTY.
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Saint Louis County |
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Human Resources Department • 100 N 5th Ave West, RM 1 • Duluth, MN 55802-1202 |
Job Title: Public Health Nurse
Department: Public Health & Human Services
Location: Duluth or Virginia, Minnesota
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job number: 25-188/036-01
Opening Date: 12/22/2025
Closing Date: 01/07/2026
Hourly: $31.08 – $40.88
Kind of Work:
St. Louis County Public Health Division
Mission:
Promoting healthy people and communities through prevention and population-focused programs.
Vision:
The St. Louis County Public Health Division leads in public health practice through strategic partnering, data-driven decision-making, and results-based accountability. We work to assure that all residents of St. Louis County have the opportunity to thrive in a healthy, equitable, and safe community.
Are you a Public Health Nurse who wants to make a difference in the well-being of individuals, families, and the community while having the opportunity of a flexible schedule? St. Louis County Public Health division is currently hiring for a full-time Public Health Nurse (37.5 hours weekly).
This position is in the Disease Prevention and Control unit in Public Health. Some duties include:
- Assisting with the coordination of immunizations including messaging, outreach, and education.
- Managing tuberculosis and latent tuberculosis infection cases.
- Being a liaison with school nurses including attending school nurse meetings, providing presentations about relevant topics to school nurses and students.
- Assisting with communications to providers around disease prevention and control topics.
- Providing disease prevention and control information to the public about sexually transmitted infections, hepatitis c virus, and HIV/AIDS infections.
- Providing consultation, information, and education regarding hepatitis c, HIV/AIDS, and other sexually transmitted infections or communicable diseases to physicians, Public Health and Human Services department staff, and others involved in disease control and prevention within the County.
- Assisting with syphilis and hepatitis c testing.
The incumbent of this position could be based out of Virginia, MN or Duluth, MN based on applicant's preference.
Minimum Qualifications: Public Health Nurse (Pass/Fail):
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in nursing with public health nursing preparation.
- Possession of a Minnesota Public Health Nurse registration certificate.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
Minimum Qualifcations: Public Health Nurse Senior (Pass/Fail):
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in nursing with public health nursing preparation AND two (2) years full-time paid verifiable public health nursing experience OR graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in a nursing.
- Possession of a Minnesota public health nurse registration certificate.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
Apply by: 01/07/2025
https://www.stlouiscountymn.gov/
Questions? Call 218-726-2422 or email [email protected]
St Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.
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