Community Health Nurse Program Supervisor

Howard County•Howard, MD

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Health Nurse Program Supervisor position is responsible for supervising and administering health department programs, with a specific focus on Cancer Control programs and nursing services. This role involves planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating assigned programs, as well as policies and procedures. The position also entails preparing and monitoring program budgets, submitting reports, supervising nursing and healthcare staff, coordinating nursing coverage, and providing direct nursing care to clients. Collaboration with various leadership roles within the Health Department and the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) is a key aspect of this position. This position is eligible for hybrid telework.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
Two years of experience as a Community Health Nurse.
One year of additional experience in an administrative, supervisory, consultative or teaching capacity as a Registered Nurse.
Current license as a Registered Nurse from the Maryland State Board of Nursing.
Possession of a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland (if assigned duties requiring automobile operation).
Must provide a telephone number at which they can be reached.

Nice To Haves

Experience in program supervision and stakeholder collaboration.
Experience managing multiple program budgets, conducting budget analysis, and ensuring financial accountability.
Experience in grant writing, proposal development, and funding compliance.
Experience with screening populations for breast, cervical, and colorectal cancers.
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms to manage workflows, communicate effectively, and support team collaboration.

Responsibilities

Provides administration, direction, budget oversight, fiscal management, and program compliance to the Cancer Control Program.
Leads outreach and education regarding cancer prevention through screening, referrals, and case management, including patient navigation for breast, cervical, and colorectal cancers.
Oversees smoking cessation classes and access to care for individuals lacking resources for follow-up, diagnostic, and treatment services.
Directs, writes, and reviews program plans and reports; develops, implements, reviews, revises, monitors, and evaluates policies and procedures for programs in accordance with MDH standards and guidelines.
Recommends and responds to legislative requests, audits, or concerns affecting the program; oversees health care delivery.
Designs and implements policy, procedures, and program standards.
Develops and conducts program evaluation, analysis, and policy for cancer prevention, education, screening, treatment, and patient navigation programs.
Assures compliance with standards of care and quality of services.
Completes and reviews budget revisions and accompanying budget justification/narratives with assistance from Program Director, Fiscal Chief, and Agency Grant Manager(s).
Monitors clinical services' budgets to ensure compliance with established amounts and monitors expenditures and personnel actions.
Ensures proper assignment of CPT codes and full utilization of electronic medical records for patient information and billing.
Provides clinical oversight and services as needed and in accordance with the nurse practice act and education.
Coordinates services with other staff, health services providers, and agencies.
Consults on clinical issues with the Bureau Director/Deputy, Medical Director or Health Officer, and MDH nurse consultants as needed.
Directs program supervisor/leads in compiling data relevant to performance and provides analysis of data to support program updates and revisions.
Participates or leads in medical discussions, training, case studies, and lectures.
Participates in annual Back to School vaccine clinics and annual respiratory virus vaccine clinics by preparing and/or administering vaccine injections.
Participates in HCHD Nurse Trainings, including orientation of new staff, cross-training of other HCHD staff, and nursing students.
Participates in a nurse on-call rotation as delineated in the HCHD After Hours Policy.
Participates in community outreach and education events, including career fairs.
Participates in specimen collection, packing, shipping, and transport, including after hours if needed.
Provides other nursing functions for HCHD as needed, including outbreak investigations, TB contact studies, and phlebotomy.
Maintains compliance with standards of care through required training (e.g., CPR, LHD Nurse Dispensing, PPE, After-Hours On-Call procedures).
Represents the Health Department on committees and chairs the Cancer Coalition.
Liaisons with Howard County Government agencies, Maryland Department of Health, and community medical providers regarding public health issues.
Represents the agency as requested by the Health Officer.
Assists with writing policy and letters to constituents.
Possesses a broad understanding of HCHD services and can refer to other programs.
Participates in necessary drills and exercises, responds to emergencies as appropriate, and stays informed of policies and procedures.
Completes all required trainings.
Participates in quality improvement efforts within the program.
Approves leave requests and timesheets.
Manages staff performance by providing guidance, direction, and completing semi-annual performance evaluations (PEPs).
Addresses performance issues in a timely manner and follows HR policies and guidelines.
Facilitates staff development and training.
Participates in the hiring process for vacant positions and onboards new employees.
Provides onsite coverage as needed.