Current Vacancies

9/25/25: Full or part time Public Health Nurse

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Central Connecticut Health District is seeking a part- or full- time Public Health Nurse. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated and able to work independently while also thriving in a team environment. They are creative, resourceful, and driven to make a meaningful impact in the community. This person looks for opportunities to build partnerships, create innovative programming, and expand services within our district. They are comfortable working with diverse populations, adaptable in dynamic situations, and committed to promoting health and wellness for all community members.

Public health nursing activities include, but are not limited to: reviewing public health data, providing health education and advocacy, administering vaccinations and screenings, collaborating with community partners to promote health and prevent disease in the community.

Additional Duties:

  • May be required to work occasional evening and weekends events and clinics

Key Responsibilities:

  • Clinic management:

    • Vaccine program management

    • Health screenings and follow-up

    • Tuberculosis case management

    • Infectious disease case follow-up and patient education

    • Other duties as assigned

  • Nursing volunteer management and education

  • Management and coordination of all standing orders and yearly contract with CCHD’s medical advisor

  • Health education program management

  • Occupational health management (bloodborne pathogens, etc)

  • Substance use disorder support and harm reduction services

  • Link community organizations and non-profits with district libraries, social services, youth programs, faith-based groups, and other partners to provide educational programming

Salary and Benefits:

  • Salary: $69,000/yr (full time)

  • 37.5-hour work week (full time)

  • Paid vacation, sick time, personal days and holidays (full time)

  • Health/life/long term disability insurance (full time)

To apply, please send your resume, cover letter and completed application to Charles Brown, Director of Health, at cbrown@ccthd.org. To access our application, please click HERE.