Public Health Nurse I or II
Garfield County Govt., CO
Carbondale, Colorado
$54k–$70k/yr
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Posted Aug 8, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 8, 2026
What the posting states
- Base pay
- Pay Range: Nurse I: $54,491.20 - $70,428.80
About this role
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Requirements
- RN license required (RN participation referenced)
- Public Health Nurse I: entry level position performing routine tasks under close supervision
- Public Health Nurse II: fully competent level independently performing full range of public health nursing services for complex client cases
- Understands principles, practices, and objectives of professional and public health nursing
- Proficient in communication using English language (written, verbal, or other channels)
- Ability to utilize business technology required of the position
- Commitment to public service and customer service
- Ability to perform emergency response roles
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Time
About the employer
You would join Garfield County’s public health team in the Carbondale and Glenwood Springs area, moving between offices, outlying clinics, and community settings rather than one hospital unit. Public Health Nurse I is the entry level in the series; Public…
What reviewers appreciate
- Clear ladder from Public Health Nurse I (entry) to II (fully competent)
- Hiring range $27.64–$33.86/hr for Nurse I and $31.64–$38.76/hr for Nurse II
- Full pay ranges extend to $40.08/hr (I) and $45.88/hr (II)
What reviewers flag
- Posted Nurse I annual hiring low does not match hourly math—confirm pay when you apply
- Roles can include emergency response duties when requested or required
- Positions are non-supervisory with no advancement into management described
Living in Carbondale, CO
Carbondale is a small Rocky Mountain town in the Roaring Fork Valley, about 30 minutes northwest of Aspen. Mount Sopris dominates the skyline, and residents enjoy hiking, fishing, and a laid-back arts scene. It appeals to nurses who want rural mountain living with easy access to larger resort-town amenities.
- State price level · Colorado
- 103.1
- 3% above the national average
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities
On your path
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- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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