Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00202

Department: Health Services Agency

Job classification: Public Health Nurse I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Public Health, Nursing

Summary

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Every position is a key position at Health Services. We value input, good communication, and collaboration within our organization as well as with our agency partners. If you would enjoy working with people who are committed to the health of our residents, then our agency would like to hear from you.

SALARY

(A-E Steps)

Public Health Nurse I:

$38.00 - $46.19 Hourly/$3,040.00 - $3,695.20 Biweekly

Public Health Nurse II:

$41.95 - $50.99 Hourly/$3,356.00 - $4,079.20 Biweekly

Bilingual Incentive!

Bilingual Incentive Pay is +7.5% above the PHN I or PHN II base salary.

Position Description: Under general supervision, the Public Health Nurse I/II provides nursing services essential to the prevention of disease and disability, health promotion and maintenance and restoration of personal health. They provide prevention oriented nursing expertise in assigned program areas focused on population based policy development and education to groups and individuals in the community.

Examples of duties

• Interprets public health laws and regulations to individuals, agencies and the general public.
• Provides program specific medical consultation and technical assistance to other health care providers regarding the appropriate delivery of services.
• Prepares and maintains accurate and complete case documentation; prepares reports as required; gathers, compiles and synthesizes data.
• Bilingual Candidates: Translate, interpret and otherwise communicate with members of the Spanish speaking community.

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Public Health Nurse I | Public Health Nurse II

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• PHN I: No experience required.
• PHN II: One (1) year of experience in a public or community health setting.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

License & Special Requirements:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Class C Driver License and a satisfactory driving record is required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Requires current CPR certification.
• Requires a valid license to practice as a registered nurse and a valid public health nursing certificate issued by the State of California.
• Must complete periodic continuing education coursework as required to maintain active licensure.
• Must possess, or be willing to obtain, a national provider identifier (NPI).
• PHN I:
• Applicants who have recently graduated from a Baccalaureate Nursing program, and have not taken the NCLEX-RN may apply using a California Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) interim permit (IP). The IP will also serve until they receive their Public Health Certificate. The interim permit is not renewable and is in effect to the expiration date (6 months after issuance) or until the results of the examination are mailed, at which time it becomes null and void. Continued employment is dependent on receiving a passing score on the NCLEX-RN.
• Bilingual Candidates:
• Must pass a written and/or oral bilingual proficiency test (or other appropriate test selected by the County) to qualify.

Supplemental information

The department is currently recruiting for multiple vacancies.

In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Public Health Nurse I/II or Public Health Nurse I/II - Bilingual, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.

Testing Dates: September 23-25, 2026 . Testing will be provided via email (excludes bilingual exam).

Tentative Interview Dates:

1st - Thursday, October 1, 2026 from 8:30am to 10:30am.

2nd - Thursday, October 8, 2026 from 8:30am to 9:30am.

*Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview.

In compliance with current regulations in the state of California, this position does not require employees to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination, although it is highly recommended.

New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step.

Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

For questions about this recruitment please contact:

Emily Unger | 530-527-8491 x3830 | Emily.Unger@tchsa.net

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.

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