(HEALTH) Public Health Nurse III - Adult Health/Diabetes Coordinator
Company: Sampson County
Location: Clinton
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description GRADE: 75 SALARY: Starting at
$62,712 with full benefits package/401K Are you passionate about
improving community health and making a difference in the lives of
adults living with chronic conditions like diabetes? Sampson County
Health Department is seeking a Public Health Nurse III to lead and
coordinate our Adult Health and Diabetes Programs. This is a
dynamic role combining clinical care, program management, and
public health preparedness - ideal for a driven nurse looking to
grow in leadership and community impact. Make a real difference in
public health and chronic disease prevention. DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
This position will provide daily clinical care services in our
health department setting, leadership and oversight of the Diabetes
Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) program, including
maintaining ADA accreditation. Will be responsible for the
coordination of chronic disease prevention programs focused on
adult health and oversight of Public Health Preparedness Response
activities as the Sampson County Preparedness Coordinator. This PHN
III will work in the general clinic as needed on a regular basis.
Will be responsible for the supervision of the Public Health Nurse
II - Communicable Disease Coordinator and the Health Educator
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLLS AND ABILITIES: Considerable knowledge of, and
skill in, the application of nursing theory, practice, principles,
and techniques employed in the field of public health and related
programs. Ability to plan, manage, and evaluate public health
programs, excellent communication and leadership abilities,
knowledge of community health challenges, including health
disparities, commitment to collaboration, patient-centered care,
and effective decision-making and proficiency in basic computer
skills for patient documentation and communication MINIMUM
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited school of
professional nursing and one year of professional nursing
experience. A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in
North Carolina by the N. C. Board of Nursing. Administering the
Class - Individuals will be required to complete the "Introduction
to Principles and Practices of Public Health Nursing" course within
one year of employment as a condition of continued employment in
accordance with Health Services Commission Rule. Apply today and
help shape a healthier Sampson County! APPLICATION PROCESS: N.C.
State application form (PD-107) is available at
http://www.sampsoncountync.com/government/job_opportunities.php.
Applications are accepted until the position is filled. SAMPSON
COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
EMPLOYER Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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