Nursing Services Consultant

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Nursing Services Consultant with the Bureau of Family Health supports Pennsylvania’s statewide newborn screening system. The role helps safeguard infant health by reviewing screening services, providing guidance, promoting best practices, improving screening quality, strengthening provider performance, and supporting accurate follow-up for families. The consultant works with hospitals, providers, and health professionals across the state to evaluate newborn screening activities and promote effective care coordination.

The position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with work hours available Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM and a 30- or 60-minute lunch. Part-time telework of up to three days per week may be available, subject to change, for employees with a securely configured high-speed internet connection working from an approved location in Pennsylvania. Employees unable to telework may report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

Requirements

• Two years of professional nursing experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• If holding an active temporary practice permit, obtain Registered Nurse licensure within the one-year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Review and track submitter data to identify trends, improvements, and successful practices.
• Develop training materials and assist providers with educational and technical needs.
• Provide assistance by calls, emails, and site visits to support compliance with screening laws and regulations.
• Coordinate and distribute recommended practices to keep providers current on procedures.
• Manage quality improvement projects, prepare program documents, and monitor grantee performance.
• Work with health professionals to evaluate newborn screening activities and promote effective care coordination.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed