Home Visiting Nurse

MEDNORTH HEALTH CENTER • Wilmington, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Home Visiting Nurse will establish long-term supportive and therapeutic relationships with eligible women and their families. The Home Visiting Nurse will visit families in their homes and community settings to provide supportive guidance, education, health assessment and clinical support to new mothers and families during pregnancy, infancy, and early childhood.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required
• At least two years of recent experience in maternal/child health, public health, home visiting, or mental/behavioral nursing.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of maternal and child health issues and community resources.
• Proficiency in computer use and basic software applications.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Current, active, and Unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
• Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Cognitive reasoning.
• Clear thinking in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to prioritize and withstand pressure of continual work with variable requirements.
• Ability to concentrate and maintain accuracy despite frequent interruptions.
• Critical thinking and organization skills, problem solving, and reasoning capabilities.
• Must understand medical terminology and possess accurate keyboarding skills.
• Must have the ability to use standard office equipment, including computers, photocopiers, and facsimile machines.
• Must possess the ability to learn, understand, and use internet insurance eligibility systems.
• Basic knowledge of excel spreadsheets.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent telephone etiquette.
• Teamwork and communication skills are essential.
• Treat all patients, co-workers, and managers with courtesy and respect.
• Possess the ability to work autonomously.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear, use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Special vision requirements: close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with diverse populations is desirable.
• Bilingual skills preferred (e.g., Spanish/English).

Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload of 20-25 families.
• Conduct regular, in-home visits to assess the physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs of women and their families, utilizing the nursing process and program-specific assessment tools.
• Provide education, counseling, and support to families on a range of topics, including prenatal and postpartum care, infant care, child development, breastfeeding, nutrition, family planning, safety, and parenting skills.
• Assist families in establishing realistic goals related to health and life course development and develop individualized care plans based on client needs and program guidelines.
• Connect families to relevant community resources and support systems, such as childcare, continuing education, and employment opportunities.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of nursing activities, client progress, and program outcomes in accordance with agency and program requirements.
• Participate in ongoing learning, training sessions, and reflective supervision to enhance nursing skills and ensure fidelity to this proven program model.
• Participate in agency-wide activities and events, as needed; ie. Community outreach with referring partner, program graduation ceremonies and community building events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level