Public Health Nurse II - Nurturing Parenting Program

Oakland County•Pontiac, MI

7d•$62,867 - $79,323•Hybrid

About The Position

Oakland County Community Health is seeking a compassionate and community-focused Public Health Nurse to support families through the evidence-based Nurturing Parenting Program. In this role, you’ll provide education, guidance, and support to parents and caregivers through home-based and group sessions designed to promote healthy parenting practices, prevent child abuse and neglect, and improve family well-being. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who values health equity, relationship-building, and empowering families through education, advocacy, and support services.

Requirements

Be licensed by the Michigan Board of Nursing to practice as a registered professional nurse in the State of Michigan.
Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical established for this classification.
Successfully complete the six (6) month probationary period.
Maintain current registration with the State of Michigan Board of Nursing.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university is preferred.
Knowledge of modern principles, methods, materials, practices, and specialized terminology of public health professional nursing service.
Ability to apply the principles, practices, and techniques of professional nursing to the functioning of Health Department Clinics, and services programs offered to schools, nursing homes, day care centers, individual homes, or other settings.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Health Division professional and support staff, and the public.
Ability to cope with difficult and/or emergency situations requiring immediate decisions in accordance with Health Division policies and procedures.
Ability to compile pertinent information and prepare and present oral or written technical reports to supervisors, staff, and the public.
Ability to exercise mature judgment and initiative in analyzing problems and recommending solutions.

Responsibilities

Complete training and become a certified facilitator of the Nurturing Parenting Program
Facilitate individual and group parenting sessions using the evidence-based curriculum with fidelity to the program model
Deliver culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate parenting education and support
Assess clients’ needs with empathy and a nonjudgmental approach while providing education, resources, and referrals
Maintain accurate client documentation and follow established program protocols
Participate in outreach events and community education efforts focused on positive parenting and child abuse prevention
Collaborate with community agencies, healthcare providers, and partner organizations to support positive family outcomes
Engage in ongoing professional development and continuous quality improvement efforts
Provides observation and/or role modeling for baccalaureate nursing students and other allied health professionals.
Promotes health of individuals, families and the community through teaching, counseling and appropriate preventive, therapeutic and rehabilitative measures, using a high degree of initiative.
Engages in health education group activities by planning, developing, participating in, and teaching community and professional groups.
Identifies individuals with physical or emotional illness and/or disabilities through observation and professional assessment and assists them through referrals and securing appropriate health care.
Provides patient care through planning and sharing information with other health and social agencies as needed and when appropriate.
Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.