Public Health Nurse Supervisor

Cuyahoga County Board of Health•Parma, OH

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Public Health Nurse Supervisor is responsible for providing direction and leadership to staff in delivering programmatic services. This role oversees assigned programs to ensure compliance with regulatory and funder requirements, and is involved in the development, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs. The supervisor will also be responsible for grant writing, budget management, staff performance management, and collaborating with internal and external partners. A key focus area is the Family Connects Program, where the supervisor will handle troubleshooting, assignments, hiring, training, onboarding, and leading QA/QI activities. The position also involves community outreach and education, and representing the agency on state/national committees. The role may require operating agency-owned vehicles and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nursing.
Valid state of Ohio Registered Nurse license; current CPR certification.
Minimum of five years of public health nursing experience, including experience as a Program Manager or equivalent.
Seven years of experience (with an Associate’s degree).
Three years of experience (with a Master's degree).
One year of experience (with a Ph.D.).
Valid driver's license and insurance at time of appointment.
Strong ability to efficiently multi-task on a daily basis.
Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and ability to preserve confidentiality of protected health information and program records.
Strong customer service, verbal and written communication, strategic thinking, and leadership skills, and effective presentation skills.
Good interpersonal relationship skills including cultural sensitivity & competence.
Proficiency with use of PC hardware & basic software (i.e., Microsoft office), email, and office equipment (i.e., copier, fax, scanner, telephone, etc.).
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Proficiency with databases and data collection methodology.
Ability to use logic and reason to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Mathematical aptitude necessary to develop program budgets and monitor expenditures.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Applicants Welcome

Responsibilities

Provides direction and leadership to staff in providing programmatic services.
Oversees assigned programs to ensure proper compliance with regulatory and funder requirements.
Develops, implements, and evaluates public health programs (including policies, procedures, and protocols) by collecting, analyzing and interpreting community needs and program data.
Leads the coordination and maintenance of programs to meet community needs and grant/regulatory requirements.
Develops/writes grant applications and related documents including needs assessments, program methodologies, staffing, and funding requirements to be submitted to funding entities.
Maintains required records and reporting to ensure that funding requirements are met.
Reapplies for grant funding as necessary to maintain public health programs.
Manages the performance of assigned staff and initiates the hiring and progressive discipline process.
Prepares/revises budgets (projecting and justifying program needs for equipment, supplies, and staffing), monitors expenditures, and ensures program fiscal administration.
Works with other service areas in investigating complaints of potential public health hazards to mitigate the potential for illness outbreaks and other public health threats.
Monitors applications and/or databases to ensure completion of all data entry and required program reports.
Participates in local and state-wide meetings to stay abreast of changes in public health trends and regulations that may impact assigned services or program(s).
Represents CCBH on state/national sub-committees.
Participates in CCBH initiatives for program improvement and funding.
Leads and/or provides oversight of the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of multisector partnerships of assigned programs.
Participates in professional development activities (i.e., trainings, conferences, etc.) to remain abreast of the most current public health issues.
Maintains knowledge of local, state, and national public health programs and funding opportunities.
Implements agency and service area goals, policies, and procedures.
Participates in quality assurance and improvement activities to foster a culture of quality improvement within the assigned service area.
Establishes and maintains internal and external relationships to facilitate program development & maintenance initiatives.
Develops and executes promotional programs for assigned clinic(s) and/or program(s).
Provides leadership and direction in public health emergency activities.
Serves as a primary media contact for specific program inquiries.
Collaborates with internal and external partners on special projects as assigned.
May be required to operate agency-owned fleet vehicles at offsite service locations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Troubleshooting, assignments, hiring/training/onboarding new staff for the Family Connects Program.
Leads QA/QI activities to ensure alignment with Family Connects program model.
Leads outreach/education to the community and stakeholders for the Family Connects Program.

Benefits

Medical (full time employees responsible for 10% of premium)
Dental (full time employees responsible for 10% of premium)
Vision
Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)
Deferred Compensation
FSA Health and Dependent Care
Tuition Reimbursement
Holidays (14 paid per year)
Vacation Time (13 paid days per year for new service PERS members)
Sick Time (15 paid days per year)
Personal Days (up to 3 paid per year)
Agency paid Life Insurance
Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
Voluntary Identity Theft Protection
Voluntary Critical Illness
Voluntary Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Free Parking
Remote work from home available up to two days per week with approval after the completion of a minimum of 60 days of employment.
Alternate work schedule or changes in work schedule available after initial training period with approval.