Job Description
The County of Tulare Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) is recruiting a Registered Nurse to join its multidisciplinary team. This role is central to delivering coordinated care to a diverse population across Tulare County, including Visalia and Porterville.
You will work closely with licensed and non-licensed personnel to assess client needs, coordinate services, and maintain effective relationships with clients, the public, staff, and other agencies.
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill immediate and future vacancies throughout HHSA’s Public Health, Behavioral Health, and Human Services Branches.
Qualification
To qualify for this Registered Nurse position, candidates must meet the education and licensure requirements established by the County of Tulare. The role requires a valid California Registered Nurse license and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
- Valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients, public, staff, and other departments/agencies.
- Experience working with licensed and non-licensed personnel to assess and coordinate services.
- Ability to serve people of various ages, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Knowledge of public health programs such as California Children’s Services, Child Health and Disability Program, Communicable Disease, and Tuberculosis programs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interact with medical and mental health service providers on behalf of clients and staff.
- Flexibility to work across multiple branches: Public Health, Behavioral Health, and Human Services.
Role Responsibilities
Assess client needs and coordinate services with licensed and non-licensed personnel.
- Provide nursing services in Public Health programs including California Children’s Services, Child Health and Disability Program, and Communicable Disease programs.
- Interact with medical and mental health service providers on behalf of clients and HHSA staff.
- Maintain effective working relationships with clients, public, staff, and other agencies.
- Serve individuals of all ages and cultural backgrounds in a variety of social and economic settings.
- Participate in the establishment of an employment list to fill immediate and future vacancies across HHSA branches.
- Adhere to flexible work schedule options to balance professional and personal commitments.
Conditions & Requirements
Valid California Registered Nurse license.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Must be able to work in Visalia and Porterville, CA.
- Compliance with county and state public health policies.
- May require travel between work sites.
- Must maintain continuing education requirements for RN licensure.
Benefits
Flexible work schedule options.
- Competitive salary range $88,341
- $107,665 per year.
- Full-time employment with stable county benefits.
- Opportunity to work across multiple public health programs.
- Meaningful community impact in a diverse county.
Additional Information
Incumbents may be assigned to work in Visalia or Porterville, CA.
- Flexible work schedule options are available to help balance professional and personal commitments.
- Public Health Programs include California Children’s Services, Child Health and Disability Program, Public Health Nursing Community Health, Maternal Child and Adolescent Health, Communicable Disease, and Tuberculosis programs.
- The County of Tulare is an equal opportunity employer.
- For questions about this position, contact the HHSA Human Resources office.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
About Company
The County of Tulare Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) is a public agency dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Tulare County residents. HHSA operates through three branches: Public Health, Behavioral Health, and Human Services, offering many programs from disease prevention to mental health support. This Registered Nurse position is part of HHSA's effort to provide complete, coordinated care to a diverse population. The agency values collaboration, cultural competence, and community engagement. For applicants, HHSA offers stable public employment, competitive compensation, and the chance to make a tangible difference in a rural-urban county.
FAQs
What types of public health programs will the Registered Nurse work with?
The RN may work in California Children’s Services, Child Health and Disability Program, Public Health Nursing Community Health, Maternal Child and Adolescent Health, Communicable Disease, and Tuberculosis programs. These programs serve a diverse population across all ages and cultural backgrounds.
What is the selection process for this Registered Nurse job?
The selection process includes application review, supplemental questionnaire evaluation, and possibly an oral examination or interview. A background check and reference check are also required before a final offer.
Can experience substitute for the education requirement?
The qualification requires a valid California RN license. Specific education or experience substitutions are not detailed; contact HHSA HR for clarification.
Where will I work if hired?
You may be assigned to work in Visalia or Porterville, CA, depending on the vacancy. The agency's street address is 2500 W Burrel Avenue, Visalia, CA 93291.
What documents do I need to apply?
You need a completed online application, supplemental questionnaire responses, proof of valid California RN license, and optionally a resume and transcripts. Ensure all documents are uploaded before the deadline.
Is there a probation period for this position?
County positions typically have a probation period, but specific details are not provided in the announcement. Check with HHSA HR for more information.
How do I apply for this Registered Nurse position?
Apply through the official the official application portal page. Create or to your applicant account, complete the online application and supplemental questions, and submit before July 27, 2026.