Nurse Home Visitor

Full-time Registered Nurse needed to establish long-term relationships with eligible women and their families as part of the Nurse Family Partnership program. Visit families in their homes or community setting to offer support during pregnancy, infancy, and early childhood to promote healthy outcomes for both mother and child.

Responsibilities:

• Carry a caseload of 25 families.
• Conduct regular, in-home visits to assess the physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs of women and their families, utilizing the nursing process and program-specific assessment tools.
• Provide education, counseling, and support to families on a range of topics, including prenatal and postpartum care, infant care, child development, breastfeeding, nutrition, family planning, safety, and parenting skills.
• Assist families in establishing realistic goals related to health and life course development and develop individualized care plans based on client needs and program guidelines.
• Connect families to relevant community resources, services, and support systems, such as childcare, continuing education, and employment opportunities.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of nursing activities, client progress, and program outcomes in accordance with agency and program requirements.
• Participate in ongoing learning, training sessions, and reflective supervision to enhance nursing skills and ensure fidelity to the program model.
• Participate in agency-wide activities and events, as needed.
• Flexible schedule, 20 hours per week, based on client needs.
• Requires travel throughout the New Jersey counties of Sussex, Warren and Hunterdon. Company vehicle provided.

Qualifications:

• Must hold a current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey.
• A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
• At least two years of recent experience in maternal/child health, public health, home visiting, or mental/behavioral nursing.
• Experience working with diverse populations is desirable.

Required Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of maternal and child health issues and community resources.
• Proficiency in computer use and basic software applications.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
• Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish/English) preferred.

Paid vacation and holidays; on-site childcare available. Salary for this position is $40 - $45/hour, commensurate with previous experience, references, and other factors.