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~~~Current Job Openings~~~
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Public Health Nurse
South Heartland District Health Department
Open until filled
South Heartland District Health Department is seeking a part time or full-time Public Health Nurse for the Hastings office which serves a 4-county Health District. The responsibilities of this position are to assist public health nurse program coordinators in one or more areas such as (examples are illustrative only): public health education, disease surveillance and investigation, Vaccine for Children Immunization Clinic management, Medicaid public health outreach, wellness promotion, lead screening and follow up, and chronic disease prevention activities.
Knowledge/Skills: The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the essential basic skills of reading, writing, performing arithmetic and mathematical operations, listening and speaking, thinking and problem solving, and technical/motor capacity. In addition, strong skills in oral and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and planning/organizing work to meet schedules and timelines are preferred.
Requirements: Active/Valid Nursing (RN) licensed in the State of Nebraska, and proof of Professional Liability Insurance. One year public health nursing experience preferred; knowledge in public health theory and practice; working knowledge and skill in utilizing health and community organizations; proficiency in Microsoft Office Software, data management, data presentation and report preparation; and experience with public health outreach and education. Some evening/weekend hours and some travel required.
Hours: 0.5 FTE - 1.0 FTE (20 - 40 hours / week)
To apply: Resume and application required. EOE/AA. Application form may be accessed via website: www.southheartlandhealth.org or requested by e-mail: denise.ferguson@southheartlandhealth.org.
Submit resume and application by e-mail: denise.ferguson@southheartlandhealth.org.
Open until filled
Two Rivers Public Health Department
Public Health Nurse
Closing - May 3, 2013
Two Rivers Public Health Department is seeking a Public Health Nurse. This position requires excellent collaboration and coordination abilities as well as oral, written, and computer skills. The nurse will manage the Public Health Nursing Program which involves working with Medicaid eligible children and/or their families, medical professionals, hospitals, community businesses, and other organizations. The nurse will also perform other public health nursing services and education as needed. Candidate must be a RN, BSN licensed in the State of Nebraska. Bilingual skills a plus but not required. Some travel is necessary. This position is based in Holdrege; starting wage is dependent on experience and a benefit package is included. Deadline: 05/3/13 Please contact or send resume to: Two Rivers Public Health Department, 701 4th Avenue, Suite1, Holdrege, NE 68949, 308-995-4778 or 1-888-669-7154. EOE/AA
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Funding Opportunities
2013 Individual and Community Preparedness Awards
Deadline - June 5, 2013
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is pleased to announce the application period for the 2013 Individual and Community Preparedness Awards is now open.
These awards recognize outstanding individuals, organizations, Citizen Corps Councils and programs working to make our communities safer, stronger and better prepared for any disaster or emergency event. Submissions will be accepted April 22 through June 5, 2013.
To be considered for this year's Awards, all submissions must be received by June 5, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. E.D.T. and are required to feature program activities taking place during the period of January 1, 2012 through June 5, 2013. FEMA will review all entries and select the finalists. A distinguished panel of judges from the emergency management industry will select a winner in each of the following categories:
" Outstanding State Citizen Corps Council Initiatives
" Outstanding Local Citizen Corps Council Initiatives
" Outstanding Community Emergency Response Team Initiatives
" Outstanding Achievement in Youth Preparedness
" Preparing the Whole Community
" Awareness to Action
" Community Preparedness Heroes
Winners of the 2013 FEMA Individual and Community Preparedness Awards will be announced in Fall 2013.
Whether it is an individual or a faith-based, non-profit, private sector, community-based, or tribal organization - everyone makes a difference in our community. Acknowledge the work you or someone you know has done to build a more resilient nation and submit an application.
Visit the following website for information on the Awards and to download instructions for submitting an application: www.ready.gov/citizen-corps-awards.
Nebraska DHHS Grants and Contract Opportunities
SAMHSA Funding Opportunities
HRSA Funding Opportunities
The HRSA website is a comprehensive review of HRSA's competitive programs, with application information for the agency's competitive grants. http://www.hrsa.gov/grants/preview/default.htm
Federal Grant Opportunities
A single comprehensive Web site that contains information about finding and applying for all federal grant programs is a key element of President Bush's E-Gov Initiative. This site harnesses Internet-based technology to make it easy for citizens and businesses to interact with the government, save taxpayer dollars and streamline citizen-to-government communications.
Faith-Based and Community Initiatives
A guide to this year's federal funding opportunities for faith-based and community organizations across the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This notebook was developed by the HHS Center for Faith-Based and Community Initiatives in partnership with the Administration on Children and Families, the Health Resources Services Administration and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. The notebook is downloadable in PDF format at www.hhs.gov/fbci.
Other Funding Resources
Ford Foundation http://www.fordfound.org/
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation http://www.rwjf.org/index.jsp
Grantmakers In Health http://www.gih.org News, info and resources for health philanthropy.
Chronicle of Philanthropy http://philanthropy.com/ Includes current issues, funding announcements, and a "Guide to Grants."
Community Foundation Locator http://www.cof.org/Locator/ from the Council on Foundations
Fed World http://www.fedworld.gov/ If you don't know your way around the federal programs, this friendly user-interface will guide you to the right source of money or contact.
Federal Register http://www.access.gpo.gov/su_docs/aces/fr-cont.html Daily listing of federal funding sources.
Foundation Center http://fdncenter.org/ This searchable database includes an online librarian, foundation finder, and foundation profiles.
Foundations.org http://www.foundations.org/ Directory of charitable grantmakers.
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