There is an urgent need to expand mobile testing and vaccination capacity across King County. If you have the passion, desire, and drive to serve those most vulnerable in our community and want to work in an environment that values diversity and approaches situations with a focus on racial equity, then Public Health’s COVID-19 Homeless Response is the place for you.
   
 Mobile testing and vaccination are an integral part of Public Health’s COVID-19 response. The Mobile Testing and Vaccination (MTV) Team is responsible for providing COVID-19 testing, COVID-19 vaccinations, Hepatitis, and Flu vaccinations for people who experience homelessness and are not able to access testing or vaccine at a hospital, clinic, or other site. This includes residents of supportive housing programs, behavioral health residential programs, emergency shelters, tiny house villages, low-income housing and tent cities.
The Mobile Testing and Vaccination Public Health Nurse will oversee COVID-19 mobile testing and vaccination events to reach high-risk individuals who cannot leave their homes or facilities or face other barriers to making appointments and presenting at a clinic or high-volume sites. This position is based in the Chinook Building in Downtown Seattle; however, the majority of the time will be spent in mobile testing and vaccination events in settings such as homeless service sites, day centers, and shelters throughout King County. This is a term limited temporary (TLT) or Special Duty position.  This position will report to the Mobile Testing and Vaccination Personal Health Services Supervisor in the Community Health Services Division of Public Health.
 
Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) outlined by the CDC will be provided - including mask, gloves, and appropriate social distancing.
 
 
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE:
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
 
 
We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
 
 
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity 
 

• Lead COVID-19 mobile testing and vaccination events with a focus on testing/vaccinating individuals experiencing homelessness and older adult populations.
• Provide programmatic input for the mobile testing and vaccine strategy, including the implementation of processes and protocols.
• Participate in the COVID-19 response, as assigned and approved by the supervisor. 
• Lead mobile COVID-19 testing and vaccination clinics with a focus on providing services to vulnerable populations.
• Lead mobile clinic operations staffed by Public Health staff and/or other volunteers.
• Travel to mobile clinics, transport supplies, and set-up/break-down equipment.
• Ensure appropriate storage and handling of vaccines and testing specimens.
• Ensuring adequate documentation of information for testing and vaccine administration. 
• Provide situational health education and referrals/linkages to medical/specialty care.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with internal and external partners such as service providers. 
• Participate in standardized evaluations of on-site clinic operations and overall testing and vaccine strategy to identify areas for improvement. 
• Provide programmatic input and technical assistance for mobile clinic strategy
• Engage with organizations as needed to encourage testing and vaccination.
• Ensure equity concerns are addressed to minimize barriers to service accessibility. 
• Develop, update and maintain COVID-19 mobile testing and vaccination policies, procedures, and other documentation. 
• Refine the operating guide and staffing model tailored to different populations and settings.
• Participate in Section's response during disease outbreaks 
• Participate in outbreak response activities as assigned

Requirements:

• Washington State Registered Nurse License in good standing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing or equivalent.
• Proof of Current BLS CPR Certification for Healthcare Providers (Please attach if current.)
• Washington State Driver's License or ability to travel within the designated territory.

• Bilingual and/or bicultural
• Understanding of and familiarity with homeless services and affordable housing in King County
• Training in or knowledge of harm reduction, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, and street-based outreach.
• Two years clinical experience (inpatient or outpatient).
• Master's degree in public health or related field. 

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Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. 
 
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
  
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer 
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
  
(New) Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
As of October 18, 2021, most* King County employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination by October 18th. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose series or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine. Employees may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation. This directive applies to employees in the Executive branch*, the Assessor’s Office, Elections, the King County Sheriff’s Office, and the Executive Office.  
  
To Apply 
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.
  
  
Who May Apply 
 This position is open to all qualified candidates. This posting will be used to fill all need.
 
Application Process:
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy: 

• An electronic application through www.kingcounty.gov/jobs or www.governmentjobs.com (use the "Apply" link) including work history and position duties. 
• Candidates must submit a cover letter speaking to why you have interest in working with vulnerable and marginalized populations related to this body of work. 
• Responses to supplemental questions. 

• The selection process may include but is not limited to: evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. 
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions. 
• Staff may be required to play an active role in the event of a public health emergency, which may include changes in responsibilities, work location, and working hours. 

• The selected candidate will be required to submit to a thorough background investigation. 
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law. 
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing required training on time.