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Adams County Government Nurse Support Program Nurse Home Visitor in Commerce City, Colorado
Nurse Support Program Nurse Home Visitor
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Nurse Support Program Nurse Home Visitor
Salary
$67,242.35 - $109,552.57 Annually
Location
Commerce City, CO
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
06686
Department
Public Health Department
Division
Public Health Nursing
Opening Date
08/20/2024
Closing Date
9/17/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Our Mission
At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact. We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion.
Cultural Competencies/EEO
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Position classification
Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.
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What Success Looks Like In This Job
The Nurse Support Program provides nurse home visitation services to families referred by Adams County Human Services. This program is designed to support families and help them stay together by providing nursing assessments, education, support and resources. The nurse utilizes family centered goals to promote self-sufficiency, healthy caregiver-child interaction and reduce further county involvement. The nurse is responsible for providing nursing assessments and interventions, and meeting program goals.
The Professional Public Health Nurse for the Nurse Support Program (NSP) is a unique, relationship-based, public health nursing role which requires the nurse to establish and maintain a trusting therapeutic relationship with each client, throughout all phases of the program. The nurse assesses the physical, emotional, social and environmental needs of the family and provides health education, referrals, and case management. This position fosters a relationship between nurse and client as a basis for proactive change. This role works with families referred to the Program by Departments of Human Services.
To be considered for this position, you must include the following in your application:
Cover Letter
Resume
The Department has elected to consider a range of experience for this vacancy. A candidates' qualifications will determine the level at which they are hired.
NSP Nurse Home Visitor PHN I: $ 67,242.35 - $ 97,501.00
NSP Nurse Home Visitor PHN II: $ 75,553.50 - $ 109,552.57
NSP Nurse Home VisitorI (PHNI) is an entry-level position performing professional nursing process activities related to adults and children such as assessment, planning and evaluating care and treatment of adults, infants, and children. Must have completed an accredited Bachelor of Nursing degree program and has up to two years of nursing practice. The NSP NHV PHN I is learning program level processes and interdepartmental roles. The position develops therapeutic relationships, provides evidence-based education, support, and resources for the families in the community. Participates in continuous quality insurance activities, and practice improvement activities such as Practice Council. Recognizes the Public Health tenants including the public health nurse role and functions with responsibility as required by the Public Health Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice.
NSP Nurse Home Visitor II (PHN II)The Nurse Home Visitor PHN II (PHN II) is a mid-level position that demonstrates advanced nursing process skills through nursing experience or competency. Must have more than two years nursing experience. In addition to the responsibilities noted above, this position requires the NSP NHV II to have additional professional skills and experience in:
active engagement in continuous quality improvement,
active participant on agency and community committees,
competency assessment,
creative problem solving,
critical thinking,
outcomes measurement,
practice improvement leadership such as Practice Council Chair/Co-Chair,
public health and program model of care champion,
teaching, precepting and mentoring, and
training and on-boarding new PHNs.
Examples of Duties for Success
Client Relationships, Community Partner, and Case Management
Promotes the maintenance of health through teaching, conducting needs assessment and case management, direct nursing assessment, and resource coordination. This includes providing information and setting goals in prenatal and postpartum care, nutrition, mental health, parenting, child health and development, family planning, and life course development.
Prioritizes multiple work assignments, including home visits with clients, thorough and accurate and timely completion of required nursing and programmatic documentation.
Develops and maintains therapeutic relationships with a culturally diverse client population from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds, utilizing concepts of reflection and motivational interviewing; modeling client-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused approaches.
Maintains a program-specific active case load. Continues to monitor and support client engagement in the program and proactively implements strategies to retain clients in the program.
Ensures and adheres to professional boundaries.
Collaborates with related community agencies and service providers through client referrals, written and verbal communications, and case/team conferences.
Represents Adams County as a health resource person in the community. Interprets public health programs and policies to individuals, families, community groups, schools, physicians, and other collateral community agencies and service providers.
Develops and maintains community relationships to support client referrals to needed services and referral to the NSP.
Represents the NSP vision, mission, and model in actions, and verbally to both internal/external customers and colleagues.
Participates in the promotion of public health and NSP services through community efforts, including serving on community boards and committees and presenting public health education to individuals and community groups.
Direct Client Care
Exercises independent judgment in formulating and implementing plans for nursing and general health care for individuals and families based upon evaluation of needs and a focus on meeting mutually accepted health goals and objectives. Delivers nursing services through home visits and case management using excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
Demonstrates impeccable work ethic, high level of accountability, personal integrity, and transparency, provides high quality, individualized, client-centered care in accordance with the Program model and guidelines, and the Nursing process.
Assists clients in finding resources to meet needs and makes referrals for services as appropriate.
Evaluates client progress toward stated goals. Modifies nursing intervention as appropriate.
Consults and collaborates with other professionals involved in providing services to clients; provides timely and coordinated case management services with a variety of health, behavioral health and social service providers.
Perform other duties as assigned
Documentation, Assessments, and Testimony
Completes NSP clinical documentation thoroughly and in a timely manner.
Completes NSP assessments per required timelines and with a high degree of accuracy.
Ensures timely and accurate client care documentation.
Participates in case load review and analysis to identify achievements and areas for improvement.
Participates in quality improvement efforts.
Maintain confidentiality of information.
Provide accurate testimony to the Courts, Child Protective Services, or law enforcement in reference to potential child custody, child abuse, or neglect situations.
Responsibility to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Must commit to a learning mindset and continuous improvement regarding the practice of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work within Adams County and The Department of Public Health including management style, work style, training, and communication.
Perform both internal and external work in a way that is equitably inclusive and effective within the diverse communities we serve.
Regularly assess work and support changes to remove systemic barriers, build systems that address inequities, and integrate Health Equity into all areas of work.
Create and maintain partnerships and processes that support and integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of Adams County Public Health Nursing Division work.
Prioritize transparency and supports an open-door culture.
Integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into internal and external goal setting, including recruitment of clients that represent the communities we serve.
Practice Responsibilities
Attends and participates in NSP required reflective/clinical supervision sessions with NSP supervisor to facilitate individualized care planning for clients to facilitate optimal client outcomes and mitigate nurse home visitor secondary vicarious trauma.
Schedules, prepares for, and completes 3 joint home visits with NSP Nurse Supervisor each year; approximately every four months Utilizes principles of reflection to debrief on visit experiences.
Assumes responsibility for ongoing learning in relation to program implementation and actively engages in professional development to meet all NSP Nurse Home Visitor competency requirements.
Attends and participates in team based reflective practice by contributing to team meeting and case conferences discussions at both the small team and large team level.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications for Success
The ideal candidate will be able to quickly develop therapeutic alliances with a broad range of diverse clients, demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and creativity in delivery of nursing care, employ strong computer and technology skills and thrive in both traditional and virtual team environments.
Due to the relationship- based nature of this position, we are looking for a long-term fit.
More Qualifications for Success
Education:
The Nurse Home Visitor I-II series requires a bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
NFP Nurse Home Visitor PHN I: Minimum of one-year nursing experience, preferably in the area of Maternal Child Health and community-based services
NFP Nurse Home Visitor PHN II: A minimum of 3 years nursing experience, preferably in the area of Maternal Child Health and community-based services
Special Qualifications:
Must have active Colorado Nursing license and current CPR certification.
Must have up to date immunization status, including COVID.
Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license and access to dependable transportation for business purposes as needed.
Must be proficient in use of on-line meeting platforms and Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Working Conditions and Physical Abilities
Manual dexterity for performing exams and completing charts.
Frequent and continual driving, walking, sitting, standing bending/stooping, twisting, kneeling, and squatting.
Frequent light lifting/carrying of equipment/supplies and infants (under 15 lbs.), and occasional to frequent moderate lifting/carrying (15 – 49 lbs.) infants and small children.
Requires sufficient hearing and speech ability to communicate in person and via phone to respond to inquiries, and present information to individuals and groups as well as communicating important topics through language translator services.
Reading comprehension is necessary to understand client records and medical documents.
Work is primarily conducted in homes and community settings, with travel to other Adams locations or outside agencies to provide program services or attend meetings. Continuously works closely with co-workers and clients.
Position requires continual and extensive driving to client residences and other community-based settings, including high risk (increased crime) neighborhoods. In the course of traveling to and working in other locations, may experience exposure to noise, dust, solvents, fumes, smoke or gases, slippery/uneven walking surfaces, sun, road hazards, traffic considerations, motor vehicle accidents, and exposure to inclement weather such as driving in snow, ice, etc. Potential for exposure to community related crimes while on duty.
Work conducted primarily in client home environments which can be unpredictable, with potential exposure to environmental allergens, smoke, pets, vermin, and bed bugs
To be considered for this position, you must include the following in your application:
Cover Letter
Resume
Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.
Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.
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Benefits You Expect:
AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan
Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
Generous Vacation/Sick leave
Long-Term Disability
Retirement Plan
Short-Term Disability
Plus some you might not expect:
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Fitness Center
Employee Health Clinics
Flexible Work Schedules
Recreation Center Discounts
Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Wellness programs
Lactation friendly certified workplace
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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.
Yes, I understand and agree
Yes, I understand but disagree.
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The Nurse Home Visitor I-II series requires a bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
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Please select how many years of nursing experience you possess.
0-0.99 years
1-2.99 years
3-4.99 years
5+ years
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A Colorado Nursing license and CPR certification are both required for this role. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
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Are you in possession of a valid Colorado driver's license and have access to dependable transportation for business purposes as needed?
Yes
no
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Are you proficient in use of online meeting platforms and Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook?
Yes
No
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Are you able to provide healthcare in another language? If yes, please indicate the language(s).
Required Question
Agency
Adams County
Address
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213
Website
http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities
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