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Nurse Home Visitor-Maternal Child Health
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$88,246 / year median in Delaware
+5% projected growth
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Shares resources, performs health checks, and partners with first-time expectant parents during pregnancy, and until the child is two Community-based position visits parents in their home or community location. Provide support to parents to uncover their innate strengths and skills as parents. The NFP Nurse will carry a caseload of 25-30 clients. Extensive model training by the NFP National Service office and ongoing reflective supervision with site supervisors. Individuals must be compassionate nurses with experience in maternal health, labor and delivery and community health nursing. Travel required visiting families, attending training and meetings, and adhering to company and program guidelines. Position covers travel within Sussex County Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed. Full-time, with benefits.Benefits include:
Health and Dental Insurance 401 (k) with matching Tuition Assistance Vacation, sick, personal and holiday pay EAP Service Life Insurance EDUCATION, LICENSURE andEXPERIENCE
Must be a registered nurse with a minimum of an Associate's degree in Nursing, with a current RN license (in good standing). Experience in public health, community, and/or maternal-child health, required. Experience with labor and delivery, desirable. Home visiting experience preferred. Bi-lingual (English/Spanish), desirable. Current CPR required. Must have a valid driver's license, which meets the requirements of the agency's insurance carrier.QUALIFICATIONS
Strong interpersonal, verbal/written communication skills required Ability to work cooperatively and respectfully with others, including people of diverse cultural backgrounds and ethnic groups. Demonstrate ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, and community. Ability to help others learn through a variety of methods- Knowledge of community resources.
- Ability to work independently as well as a member of the team. Experience with computers, including Microsoft Office.
- Must have valid driver's license, which meets the requirements of the agency's insurance carrier.