Public Health Nurse
3 weeks ago
Position Summary
:This is advanced, complex and independent professional public health nursing work in the community.
The Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing services to women and their families eligible for the Nurse Family Partnership Program. NFP Nurses are responsible for maintaining the highest standards in clinical nursing practice, adherence to the Nurse Family Partnership model, and to policies, procedures, guidelines and standards of Nurse Family Partnership and of the Health Department. NFP Nurse will assist with guiding new staff in the Nurse Family Partnership Program. Work is performed independently with guidance and/or advice from a NFP Nurse Supervisor who observes work performed, how well the nurse handles unusual or complex problems, and reviews records and reports.
All employees with the Allegheny County Health Department may be required to respond to public health emergencies including, but not limited to, natural disasters, disease outbreaks, or catastrophic events.
Hours of work generally fall between 8 AM and 5 PM Monday through Friday with potential for occasional evening & weekend hours in the event of a public health emergency.
Overview:
Fringe Benefits
~ Paid holidays, personal days, vacation and sick leave benefits, medical coverage and dental benefits, a retirement plan, life insurance and a deferred compensation plan after eligibility requirements have been met.
Perks Working for ACHD
~ Professional growth through training opportunities (CPR, First AID, Public Health Preparedness, Dignity and Respect, Points of Dispensing, and more); ability to advance in county system; job security; meaningfulness in daily work derived from public service; eligible for federal loan forgiveness; organizational commitment to ACHD’s mission to protect, promote, and preserve the health and well-being of all Allegheny County residents, particularly the most vulnerable.
Duties:
Provides and performs home visits in accordance with the Nurse Family Partnership model and guidelines to women and their families eligible for the Nurse Family Partnership Program. Develops and maintains community relationships to support client referrals, consultations, and collaborates with other professionals involved in providing services to women and families. Develops therapeutic relationships, utilizes concepts of reflection and motivational interviewing with women and their families in a home visiting environment Assesses physical, emotional, social and environmental needs of women and their families as they relate to the Nurse Family Partnership domains. Assists and evaluates women and their families in establishing goals and outcomes and their progress toward meeting the goals and Nurse Family Partnership outcomes Carries a case load of clients. Supports policies, procedures, guidelines and standards of Nurse Family Partnership and the Allegheny County Health Department. Provides education, support and referral resources in assisting women and their families in attaining their targeted goals. ' Formulates nursing diagnosis based on nursing assessment and client goals Follows nursing process in implementing Nurse Family Partnership into nursing practice Attends and participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and in review and analysis of the CIS reports for achievements and areas for improvement. Maintains confidentiality. Documents appropriately and provides information to support staff for timely and accurate data input to the Nurse Family Partnership CIS. Understands, supports, and coaches others in the Nurse Family Partnership vision, mission and model. Assists in creating a positive work environment that promotes productivity, mentoring, teamwork and cooperation. Stays informed of current health care developments to provide safe, quality nurse home visiting services. Performs related duties as assigned or required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:
Knowledge of the basic principles, practices and techniques of professional community nursing for women and their families. Knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of public health nursing, their application to specific diseases and their implications of social conditions. Knowledge of the community resources available to persons in need of health and family services and ability to use them. Knowledge of the effects of illness on patients and family and on home environmental conditions. Knowledge of basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite.
Skill in:
Ability to:
Ability to teach basic principles of home nursing care and prevention of disease. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, patients and families. Ability to delegate tasks and provide guidance to other staff or students. Ability to communicate well in writing and verbally with participants, staff and the community. Ability to orient new staff and other personnel to Nurse Family Partnership goals, objectives, nursing practice. Ability to keep accurate records and prepare statistical reports. Ability to work with community groups and organizations. Ability to travel to and from work locations in order to carry out assigned responsibilities. Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends. Ability to perform CPR. Ability to respond to emergencies.
Residency: Allegheny County within 1 year.
Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
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