Public Health Nurse – Home Visiting Program

Under the direction of the Nursing Supervisor, the Public Health Nurse plays a vital role in supporting families with newborns through compassionate, evidence-based home visiting services. This position focuses on identifying physical and psychosocial needs, empowering families through education and support, and building meaningful connections to valuable community resources throughout Lorain County to help families thrive.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

1. Conduct comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments by applying a working knowledge of maternal - child health during home or approved virtual visits.
2. Assess client and family strengths and needs across multiple domains including physical health, behavioral health, safety, and social determinants of health.
3. Establish a trusting relationship with families during in-home visits and establish a family support plan with goals, objectives, and activities.
4. Work with team and serve as a family advocate to ensure appropriate referrals and connections to community resources as needed.
5. Provide education on health promotion, injury prevention, and healthy family practices.
6. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic systems in compliance with agency policy, grant requirements, and Board of Nursing standards.
7. Participate in case conferences, quality assurance activities, and performance improvement initiatives.
8. Maintain flexible scheduling to meet client needs, including occasional evenings or weekends.
9. Participate in public health emergency response activities as directed.
10. Other Public Health duties as assigned

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in community health, home visiting, or case management.
• Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
• Spanish language proficiency.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and health equity principles.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed Registered Nurse pursuant to Section 4723.13 of the Ohio Revised Code.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing, with one year of relevant nursing experience required at minimum.
• Successful completion of home training and credentialing within 3 months of hire
• Current BLS CPR certification.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license with proof of insurance and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to wear required PPE.
• Must have proof of and maintain up to date vaccination status for healthcare provider, or be in the process of completing.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and Microsoft Office.

WORK SCHEDULE: This is a full-time (40 hours/5 days per week) position with usual hours M-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND UNSUAL WORK CONDITIONS: Must be able to wear PPE, including a face mask and face shield, when required. Be able to lift objects of weight up to forty (40) pounds. May encounter unsanitary working conditions; requires travel

COMPENSATION: $30.95 – $39.49. Starting pay will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, and alignment with our established pay structure.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Public Employee’s Retirement System of Ohio. Paid vacation, personal leave, holidays, and sick leave. Family-friendly environment. Tuition reimbursement is available.

• Equal Opportunity Employer M/F