Nurse Specialist #1628 - Homeless Health Services - Health & Social Services Division

Hamilton County • Chattanooga, TN

12h • Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides mobile medical services and/or social counseling, support, and clinical case management to the homeless population in an outpatient or outreach setting. The Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division has a responsibility to respond quickly and efficiently when public health emergencies occur. All Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division employees are responsible for ensuring their contact information is current and they are accessible should a public health emergency arise. The Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division maintains a call down system to store contact information and mobilize staff in the event of an emergency. During a public health emergency, all staff are required to respond should a call to mobilize be made. During a public health emergency, work hours for any and all Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division employees are subject to modification to meet the needs of the community.

Requirements

• Knowledge of federal, state, and county laws, rules, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures related to provision of Public Health Professional Nursing services.
• Knowledge of professional Registered Nurse medical methods, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of community and county medical, social, and behavioral services.
• Knowledge of quality reviews and audit methods, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of specialty methods, practices and procedures related to area of assignment.
• Knowledge of patient chart documentation, recordkeeping, case management, and specialized medical procedures related to area of assignment.
• Skill utilizing specialized medical equipment utilizing proper universal health and safety precautions.
• Skill managing upset and/or confrontational patients/clients or family members.
• Skill reading, analyzing, and interpreting medical research, reports, tests, and information.
• Skill utilizing verbal and written communication in providing presentations, counseling, educational materials, and instructions related to medical information.
• Skill providing case management to indigent or underserved populations.
• Skill utilizing customer service/public relations techniques when responding to inquiries and complaints.
• Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral form.
• A Bachelor’s Degree or an Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• Must possess an active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure or eligible for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse.
• Current CPR Certification and a valid driver’s license are required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience in working with homeless populations and/or serving in a clinical lead position.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and coordinates clinical outreach/offsite services to homeless or potentially homeless people at shelters, parks, campsites, streets, vacant buildings, and any other location where homeless people may be found.
• Works both independently and as a member of the comprehensive medical team.
• Develops linkages within the larger community to facilitate referrals of people who may be homeless and in need of services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree