NURSE SPECIALIST - NFP - Public Health

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides home visits for women and families in the NFP Program.
• Sets up and adheres to the guidelines and standards of the NFP Program and Public Health.
• Promotes awareness of NFP throughout Tarrant County.
• Develops and maintains community relations to support NFP referrals.
• Completes all required NFP training and continuing education.
• Affirms physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs of women and their families as they relate to the NFP guidelines.
• Consults and collaborates with other professionals involved in providing services to women and their families.
• Maintains a caseload of 25 active clients and fulfills reporting responsibilities.
• Performs all other related duties involved in the operation of the Public Health Department as assigned or required.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
• Advanced analytical skills.
• Good knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of field of nursing.
• Good presentation skills.
• Ability to make professional nursing decisions and operate autonomously under the NFP guidelines.
• Flexible work availability is needed to facilitate home visits.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) with two (2) years related experience OR
• An Associate’s degree in Nursing or equivalent and four (4) years of related experience.
• A current Texas or multistate compact (including Texas) RN license required.
• Texas RN license required within ninety (90) days of hire.
• A valid driver license, with a good driving record required.