About this role
JOB SUMMARY The Public Health Nurse promotes and maintains the health and quality of life of individuals, families, groups, and the community by assessing their needs. Functioning as a professional within the Minnesota Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act, this role fosters independence by helping people recognize, accept, and adapt to health challenges; enhances health knowledge through education and counseling; provides direct nursing services; coordinates care with formal and informal service providers; and participates in community health planning, program implementation, and evaluation.