Immunization Nursing Consultant

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Positions at this level are assigned responsibilities involving direction of the entire nursing or health care program for Nursing Services. Employees in these positions are free from active control in planning and carrying out work responsibilities. This position will service as the subject matter expert for vaccine administration and communicable disease nursing.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, or Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and three years of professional nursing experience, or a bachelor’s degree in nursing and two years of professional nursing experience, or a master’s degree and one year of professional nursing experience.
• An additional year of professional nursing experience in a managerial or consultative capacity or providing consultation an educational services in a specialized field or program.
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, and techniques; of expense control, and purchasing procedures; of the philosophy and objectives of the nursing department; and of the principles and practices of effective supervision.
• Ability to direct, motivate and evaluate staff; to plan and implement programs; to develop controls to monitor effectiveness of programs; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement an effective health care program.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to the services provided or the programs offered.
• Ability to interpret, analyze, and resolve highly complex administrative and personnel problems, and to direct and coordinate the activities of multiple work units and divisions engaged in a broad range of functions.
• Ability to develop an effective training and orientation program for the Nurse Manager I position.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs health services for an assigned program, unit, facility, hospital or geographical area; insures that goals, objectives and work performed are consistent with standards and that quality care is provided to patients and clients.
• Selects, mentors, motivates and directs development and evaluation of the staff; establishes and tracks quality improvement indicators and other information concerning services and care to insure that resources are available to provide quality services and on-time performance consistent with standards; may devise health related educational programs for professional and non-professional staff
• Participates, consults and collaborates in the development of long-range plans for health care programs; may interpret and communicate agency and departmental policies and procedures; establishes areas of responsibility and assignment; develops or implements policies and procedures to insure efficient and effective delivery of health services.
• Receives, analyzes and evaluates reports and other information and coordinates quality improvement activities concerning the care of patients, equipment, environmental health and safety conditions, and other related services in improving the quality and utilization of health care.
• Serve as a point of contact for clinical and educational resources to the public, providers, county health departments, and the coalitions.
• Support VFC, Vaccine, and IQIP activities by providing various forms of communication and education, including statewide regional training, on-site one-on-one training, and phone consultation with VFC and non-VFC providers.
• Serve as the Immunization SME for the agency HER
• Support the Immunization Service community and partner events to provide clinical and educational resources and vaccinations when applicable.
• Plans and directs implementation of new vaccines; establishes guidelines for vaccine ordering, distribution, and frequency.
• Assist with grant writing and report submission to CDC and Federal partners.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job
• Other duties as assigned
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Benefits

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

What This Job Offers

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