Child Wellness Nurse

Job Summary

The Program Child Wellness Nurse at Southwest Human Development is responsible for promoting and supporting the health, safety, and well-being of children enrolled in the Head Start program. This role adheres to HSPPS, CACFP requirements, Arizona Child Care Licensing Regulations, Caring for Our Children standards, and ADHS guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide health education to children, families, and staff
• Support management of chronic health conditions and special health care needs
• Assist with communicable disease prevention, response, and control
• Conduct ongoing health and safety monitoring
• Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance
• Develop and maintain partnerships with medical, dental, and behavioral health providers
• Serve as a liaison between families and community health resources
• Help address barriers to care and promote preventive health practices
• Serve as a health resource and subject matter expert for staff and families
• Promote overall family well-being through education and support
• Contribute to school readiness by supporting healthy child development

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Arizona Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in pediatrics, public health, community health, school health, family practice, or a related field
• Working knowledge of HSPPS, Arizona Child Care Licensing Regulations, CACFP requirements, Caring for Our Children standards, and ADHS guidelines, or the ability to obtain such knowledge within a specified training period
• Experience reviewing and maintaining health records, immunization documentation, health screenings, and follow-up care plans
• Knowledge of child growth and development, communicable disease prevention, health and safety practices, and management of chronic health conditions in young children
• Ability to collaborate effectively with families, healthcare providers, community agencies, and multidisciplinary program staff
• Experience developing or maintaining partnerships with community health providers and coordinating referrals for medical, dental, behavioral health, and other support services
• Strong organizational, documentation, and case management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health or record management systems
• Ability to pass all required federal, state, and program background checks and meet Head Start employment requirements
• Possess an insured & reliable vehicle and a valid AZ driver’s license
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to program sites and community partner locations as needed
• Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card - OR - must qualify for a valid Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• DES Criminal Affidavit Required
• FPC DPS Verification Required

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in pediatric, public health, school nursing, or Head Start settings
• Experience with family-centered services, care coordination, and community health partnership development
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills

Experience Required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health or record management systems
• Strong organizational, documentation, and case management skills
• Experience developing or maintaining partnerships with community health providers and coordinating referrals for medical, dental, behavioral health, and other support services
• Ability to collaborate effectively with families, healthcare providers, community agencies, and multidisciplinary program staff
• Knowledge of child growth and development, communicable disease prevention, health and safety practices, and management of chronic health conditions in young children
• Experience reviewing and maintaining health records, immunization documentation, health screenings, and follow-up care plans
• Working knowledge of HSPPS, Arizona Child Care Licensing Regulations, CACFP requirements, Caring for Our Children standards, and ADHS guidelines, or the ability to obtain such knowledge within a specified training period
• 2 year(s): Nursing experience in pediatrics, public health, community health, school health, family practice, or a related field
• Preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred
• Experience with family-centered services, care coordination, and community health partnership development preferred
• 3 year(s): Experience in pediatric, public health, school nursing, or Head Start settings preferred

Education Required

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher

Licenses & Certifications Required

• Auto Ins Certificate
• DCS APS CBC Online Check
• DES Criminal Affidavit
• DHS Criminal Affidavit
• Driver License
• Food Handler's Card
• Fingerprint Card Level 1
• FPC DPS Verification
• Registered Nurse
• Preferred Licensed Practical Nurse

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