"NURSE HOME VISITOR (2) - Jefferson County"

Job Description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a NURSE HOME VISITOR - Jefferson County. The Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) Nurse Home Visitor is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing services to women and their families eligible for the NFP Program. Nurse home visitors are responsible for maintaining the highest standards in clinical nursing practice and adherence to the NFP model, and to policies, procedures, guidelines and standards of NFP and of the lead agency. Nurse home visitors report to the NFP Nurse Supervisor.

Key Duties Responsibilities:

1. Develops therapeutic relationships, utilize concepts of reflection and motivational interviewing with women and their families in a home visiting environment. Maintains relationships throughout the healthcare continuum.
2. Assesses physical, emotional, social and environmental needs of women and their families as they relate to NFP domains. Provides education, support and referral resources in assisting women and their families in attaining their targeted goals. Demonstrates a willingness to meeting the learning needs of patients and families. Utilizes appropriate resources to meet the needs of families and to achieve positive results.
3. Participates in community coalition in support of NFP, promotes public awareness and develops/maintains community relationships to support client referrals. Creates an environment that promotes educational and growth opportunities for nursing peers and colleagues.
4. Supports policies, procedures, guidelines and standards of NFP and the lead agency.
5. Participates in community coalition in support of NFP, promotes public awareness and develops/maintains community relationships to support client referrals. Creates an environment that promotes educational and growth opportunities for nursing peers and colleagues.
6. Supports policies, procedures, guidelines and standards of NFP and the lead agency. Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective member of the patient care team.
7. Demonstrates leadership behaviors and is committed to the development of self and others. Adheres to nursing process and the NFP model of home visitation. Carries a case load of up to 25 clients.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

(Annual Salary: $55,180 - $80,000)

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Nursing program required. Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required and three (3) years of related experience preferred. Two (2) years recent experience in maternal/child health, public health, home visiting or mental/behavioral nursing preferred. Work experience may substitute for education requirements. Currently licensed or licensed by endorsement as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required. Current CPR Certification required. Valid Driver's License and insured automobile required. This position will support the Jefferson County area of Central Alabama. The successful candidate must pass an MVR check and provide proof of insurance in the amount of $100,000.00 per person, $300,000.00 per occurrence. Home visiting experience preferred. Individual must possess basic computer skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills. A bilingual candidate who can speak Spanish is a strong preference. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekend shifts.

Job: Nursing Careers-Advanced Nursing