Public Health Nurse (PHN)

Job overview

The Public Health Nurse (PHN) role is onsite in Bakersfield, CA. Pay is $38–$58 per hour, and the position is full-time at 40 hours per week. Bakersfield American Indian Health Project serves American Indian and Alaska Native communities through culturally responsive health services. The nurse assesses clients and plans preventive public health and case-management services, supporting early detection, health education, and continuity of care. Working with a multidisciplinary team, the PHN helps clients access appropriate primary and specialty care and supports program outcomes and community outreach.

What you'll do

• Answer client healthcare questions
• conduct health screenings and intake assessments for adults and children
• provide referrals, health education, and care coordination
• complete face-to-face evaluations and screenings and required home visits
• review charts for quality assurance
• maintain client lists and required records
• support access to primary and specialty care with case-management staff
• supervise case management and outreach
• oversee Special Diabetes Program for Indians grant deliverables
• participate in community events and outreach.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

public health nurse

phn

bakersfield ca

bakersfield american indian health project

full-time

40 hours per week

community health

health screening

case management

health education

home visits

$38–$58/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) matching
• dental, health, and vision insurance
• health savings account
• life insurance
• paid time off
• employee assistance program.

Why this role

Requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a valid California Registered Nurse license, a valid California Public Health Nurse certification, and a valid California driver's license. The posting states Indian preference applies to qualified American Indian and Alaska Native applicants under federal law.

About the employer

Bakersfield American Indian Health Project is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.